Veteran kicker Carlson cut by Saints after posting 2nd-worst FG% in NFL
Veteran kicker Daniel Carlson, whose 66.
NFL. Veteran: What Happened
ESPN reported on Tuesday, November 3, 2026 in a story involving NFL. Veteran, Daniel Carlson, Saints. Here is how the report opens:
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.
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: Veteran kicker Carlson cut by Saints after posting 2nd-worst FG% in NFL
- Who’s involved: NFL. Veteran, Daniel Carlson and Saints
- League: NFL
- First reported: Tuesday, November 3, 2026 by ESPN
- Coverage: 2 outlets are covering it: ESPN and Yahoo Sports
How Other Outlets Are Covering It
The same NFL story, as reported by another outlet:
- Saints release former All-Pro K Daniel Carlson after another missed FG in loss to SteelersYahoo Sports Carlson is a nine-year NFL veteran who was named All-Pro twice with the Raiders in 2021 and 2022.
- Saints release Daniel Carlson, claim Audric Estime off waiversYahoo Sports An offensive player is returning to New Orleans.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What happened with NFL. Veteran?
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. ESPN reported the story on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
Who reported this NFL story?
ESPN first reported it on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Yahoo Sports also covered it. ForTheFans summarizes it here with background and related NFL news.
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