Saints expected to sign Cade York over veteran kicker Justin Tucker: reports

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Former Baltimore Ravens kicker Justin Tucker will not be signing with theNew Orleans Saintsafter having a workout with the team following a 10-week suspension for violating the league’s personal conduct policy.

Blake Grupe missed two field goals inside 50 yards in the first half of the Saints’ 24-10 loss to theAtlanta Falconson Sunday, including one from 38 yards and a second from 47 yards.

His eight missed field goals this season prompted the team to look outside the roster for help.

Baltimore Ravens place kicker Justin Tucker (9) kicks the ball during the first quarter against the Cleveland Browns at M&T Bank Stadium. (Tommy Gilligan/Imagn Images)

via ESPN.“He’s been one of their leaders for an extended period of time with a very successful team and so obviously there’s been some stuff that’s been unfortunate.

Baltimore Ravens kicker Justin Tucker (9) warms up against the Kansas City Chiefs prior to a game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri, on Sept.5, 2024.(Denny Medley-Imagn Images)

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“He’s gone through an experience, and I think it’s about collecting what that experience was, and we’ll evaluate the football aspect of it and we’ll evaluate everything else as well.”

Tucker was released by the Ravensin the offseason after 13 years with the organization following accusations from massage therapists of inappropriate sexual behavior.He has denied all accusations.

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Despite Moore’s praise, Nick Underhill reported Tuesday that the Saints were expected to sign Cade York.The NFL Network added that Grupe was also expected to be released.

Cincinnati Bengals place kicker Cade York (3) lines up to kick a field goal as time expires in the second quarter of the NFL Week 16 game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Cleveland Browns at Paycor Stadium in downtown Cincinnati on Sunday, Dec.22, 2024. (IMAGN)

�s Scott Thompson and The Associated Press contributed to this report.

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