Saints Bring Back Quarterback, Signed From Division Rival

New Orleans has signed a quarterback who was previously on a practice squad of an NFC South rival.

According to ESPN's Field Yates, New Orleans signed Carolina Panthers practice-squad quarterback Jake Luton to their 53-man roster.

Luton played collegiate football for Idaho and Oregon State. He made three NFL career starts with the Jaguars in 2020 by throwing 110 attempts, three touchdowns, and six interceptions.  On Sept. 6, 2022, New Orleans signed Luton to its practice squad then elevated him to their 53-man roster on Oct. 1, 2022.   Following a series of transactions with the team, the Saints waived Luton from his future contract  on May 2.

Oct 2, 2022; London, United Kingdom; New Orleans Saints quarterback Jake Luton (16) during the first half of the NFL International Series game at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter van den Berg-USA TODAY Sports

New Orleans starting quarterback Derek Carr was sacked and injured his AC joint in his throwing should during the 18-17 loss to Green Bay in Sunday's game. Backup quarterback Jameis Winston came off the bench in relief to Carr and is expected to start in case Carr cannot play at home versus Tampa Bay in Week 4.

Taysom Hill could serve as Winston's backup. On September 6, the NFL suspended Jake Haener for six games due to a failed drug test.