Patrick Robinson

Potential savings: $3.65 million

Robinson made nearly as many appearances on special teams (128 snaps played) as on defense (170), relegated to a backup role at one of the team’s deepest position groups. He did get on the field with the defense later in the year once injuries hit, playing 160 snaps in the last four regular season games. And he proven he can play well when tasked with running against some talented Panthers and Tennessee Titans receiving corps.

Changes are coming at cornerback for the Saints in 2020, making Robinson’s case similar to the situation with Jenkins. If either (or both of) Apple or Williams leave for greener pastures, Robinson would get bumped up the depth chart as a principle backup behind the Saints’ top-two options. He’s really played his best football when defending the slot, but that’s where breakout rookie defensive back C.J. Gardner-Johnson starred in 2019.

If limited to playing special teams and backing up the outside corners, there’s a chance the Saints think Robinson’s $6.15 million cap hit isn’t worth paying for. But at this stage, keeping him around feels like a no-brainer.

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