Saints release former All-Pro K Daniel Carlson after another missed FG in loss to Steelers
Carlson is a nine-year NFL veteran who was named All-Pro twice with the Raiders in 2021 and 2022.
All-Pro K Daniel Carlson: What Happened
Yahoo Sports reported on Tuesday, November 3, 2026 in a story involving All-Pro K Daniel Carlson, Steelers. Carlson, Saints. Here is how the report opens:
Carlson is a nine-year NFL veteran who was named All-Pro twice with the Raiders in 2021 and 2022.
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It is one of many NFL stories we are following today, and 2 outlets are covering it. Below are the key takeaways, how the story is being reported across the sport and what to watch next.
Key Takeaways
- The story: Saints release former All-Pro K Daniel Carlson after another missed FG in loss to Steelers
- Who’s involved: All-Pro K Daniel Carlson, Steelers. Carlson, Saints and Raiders
- League: NFL
- First reported: Tuesday, November 3, 2026 by Yahoo Sports
- Coverage: 2 outlets are covering it: Yahoo Sports and ESPN
How Other Outlets Are Covering It
The same NFL story, as reported by another outlet:
- Veteran kicker Carlson cut by Saints after posting 2nd-worst FG% in NFLESPN Veteran kicker Daniel Carlson, whose 66.7% accuracy on field goals was tied for second-worst in the NFL this season, was released by the Saints on Tuesday.
- Saints release Daniel Carlson, claim Audric Estime off waiversYahoo Sports An offensive player is returning to New Orleans.
What’s Next for All-Pro K Daniel Carlson
For fans following All-Pro K Daniel Carlson, the next things to watch are the injury report, depth chart, trade rumors and playoff picture. Stories like this one tend to move quickly, so check back for follow-up reports and reaction as more outlets pick it up.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What happened with All-Pro K Daniel Carlson?
Carlson is a nine-year NFL veteran who was named All-Pro twice with the Raiders in 2021 and 2022. Yahoo Sports reported the story on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
Who reported this NFL story?
Yahoo Sports first reported it on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. ESPN and Yahoo Sports also covered it. ForTheFans summarizes it here with background and related NFL news.
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