Overview
- Cooks is subject to waivers because the move came after the trade deadline and will become a free agent only if unclaimed.
- He logged 19 receptions for 165 yards with no touchdowns in 10 games after signing a two-year deal worth up to $13 million in March.
- Reports say he reduced remaining guarantees to facilitate the move, with roughly $2 million still on the deal including about $1.7 million for 2026.
- New Orleans is thin at wide receiver, with Chris Olave, Devaughn Vele and Mason Tipton on the roster and practice-squad elevations or a Trey Palmer return possible.
- Analysts point to playoff contenders as potential landing spots, frequently citing the Bills, Steelers, Rams, Patriots, Broncos and Buccaneers.