Saints Bring In Carlson to Heat Up Kicking Race | New Orleans Saints News

The Saints just pulled off a late-season gamble by signing two-time All-Pro kicker Daniel Carlson, who’s already making waves with his elite accuracy—over 86% career FGs, including a career-long 60-yarder. Signing after camp had already begun, Carlson is ready to compete against Charlie Smyth and Tanner Brown in a heated kicking race. Special teams coach Phil Galiano praised Carlson’s consistency inside 50 yards, and all three kickers will get reps this week, including in the final preseason game vs. Dallas. Carlson, who never considered retirement, stayed sharp training with former teammates and is eager to prove he still has what it takes in New Orleans. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/614fa23f2333278a