Audric Estime is on the move again, and this time, it looks like a permanent stop. The former New Orleans Saints running back, who had just landed on the Minnesota Vikings practice squad after being released by the Saints with an injury settlement, has been signed to the Cleveland Browns’ 53-man roster. NFL insider Jordan Schultz broke the news, confirming Estime’s promotion and a quick exit from Minnesota.
Browns Snatch Depth While Saints Scramble
This is a shrewd move for the Browns, who are clearly looking to bolster their backfield depth. Quinshon Judkins is apparently dealing with a minor ankle injury, creating an immediate need. Estime is now in the mix for carries alongside Raheim Sanders and Jaleel McLaughlin. This signing means Estime will be on Cleveland’s 53-man roster for at least three weeks, covering Weeks 6, 7, and 8. What’s even wilder is he could be lining up for Cleveland when the Saints host the Browns in November. Talk about a quick reunion!
The One That Got Away From New Orleans
You gotta wonder what the Saints are thinking right now. Estime was a legitimate bright spot for them. He led the Saints in rushing during their three-game preseason, and he was one of the few exciting things happening for the team late in the 2025 season. Remember that insane 32-yard touchdown run against the Tennessee Titans? That was the longest rush by a Saints running back in years! But the Saints felt so confident in their depth that they tried to stash him on injured reserve, only to let him go a few weeks later with an injury settlement. What a swing and a miss.
Travis Etienne Jr. is currently out with an injury for the Saints, and their run game has been absolutely lifeless. It’s struggling to prop up Tyler Shough and the Saints’ passing attack. Letting Estime go, especially considering how he played, has come back to haunt them big time. Now, they’ll likely be watching him play meaningful snaps for the Browns.
The Browns will be hosting the Saints in November, and you can bet Estime will be looking to make a statement. It’s gonna be a must-watch to see how much of a role he carves out in Cleveland’s backfield, especially against his former team.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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