Overview
- Brock Rechsteiner was waived by the New Orleans Saints on Sunday, August 30, 2026, as the team set its Week 1 roster.
- The undrafted rookie faces a six-game suspension that reporters say will run regardless of whether he signs with another team.
- A viral joint-practice clip showing Rechsteiner suplexing Cowboys safety Jalen Thompson raised his public profile and drew attention to his on-field conduct.
- Rechsteiner is the son of WWE Hall of Famer Scott Steiner and Fightful reported that WWE has shown interest in him as an alternative career path.
- As a Jacksonville State product with limited margin for error, the combination of the suspension and his release makes immediate NFL playing time unlikely and pushes him toward free agency or non‑football options.