Saints coach Kellen Moore discusses bringing in Justin Tucker for workout: ‘He’s gone through an experience’

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For the first time since his 10-game suspension for violating the league’s personal conduct policy,Justin Tuckerhas a tryout.

TheNew Orleans Saintsare going to work out Tucker, the veteran placekicker, after Blake Grupe missed two of his three field-goal attempts in a loss to the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday.

Saints head coach Kellen Moore spoke about Tucker’s tryout on Monday.

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

“He’s been one of their leaders for an extended period of time on a very successful team,” Moore said, via Nick Underhill.“Obviously, there’s been some stuff that’s been unfortunate.He’s gone through an experience and I think it’s about collecting what that experience was.”

Tucker accepted the league’s lengthy suspension, which was one game less than that ofCleveland Brownsquarterback Deshaun Watson, who was involved in a similar situation in 2022.

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When referring to Tucker being a leader, Moore was discussing the 36-year-old’s time with the Ravens, where he made seven Pro Bowls, became a five-time All-Pro and won a Super Bowl over his 13 years with the franchise.

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)

But due to the off-the-field issues, the Ravens decided to move on from Tucker, who struggled in 2024, making 22 of his 30 field-goal attempts while missing two of his 62 extra-point attempts.

His wife, Amanda, also stuck by her husband.

“The false allegations against Justin have caused so much hurt to our family,” she told OutKick.“I believe my husband, and I love and support him fully.”

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The Saints are also reportedly bringing in Cade York to try out for the position.

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