More Cuts or Signings Coming? Saints Enter Post June 1st Phase

The New Orleans Saints have officially entered the post–June 1st phase, where cap relief from Ryan Ramczyk and Derek Carr’s retirements starts to be processed. While most of the savings won’t be felt until after 2026, it does open the door for key decisions now. Could the Saints pursue free agents like Asante Samuel Jr. or Jonathan Bullard? Or are more veteran cuts on the horizon to create immediate flexibility? In this video, we break down what the post–June 1st timeline means for the team’s roster, cap strategy, and what moves fans should expect in the coming weeks.