The New Orleans Saints rookie offensive lineman John Leglue from their practice squad on Saturday, when he announced on social media that he would be accepting a spot on the Green Bay Packers’ active roster. Leglue had spent the season with the Saints ever since they picked him up during roster cuts in September.
Leglue was a versatile prospect out of Tulane, and a New Orleans native who was ecstatic to play for his hometown team. Leglue was tied with wide receiver Emmanuel Butler as the highest-paid members of the Saints practice at $10,000 per week. But the opportunity to join an active roster — and the possibility of real playing time — was too good for him to pass up. He played all five offensive line positions in college, and offers some upside to the Packers as someone who can fill in anywhere up front.
As for the Saints: this leaves them undermanned on the practice squad despite some recent shakeups, including the additions of defensive lineman Jalen Dalton (from North Carolina) and defensive back Chris Johnson (out of North Alabama). They make up a practice squad that includes wide receivers Butler and Lil’Jordan Humphrey, running back/wide receiver Taquan Mizzell, right tackle Derrick Kelly, linebacker Andrew Dowell, tight end Jerrell Adams, and tight end/defensive lineman Mitchell Loewen.
I’ve been dreaming of the opportunity to play on the 53 man roster for a team ever since I started playing the sport and last night when the @Packers called to tell me they were activating me, they made that dream come true! Can’t wait to get to work! #GeauxPackGeaux pic.twitter.com/ZoIJKAflPe
— John Leglue (@theJohnLeglue) December 21, 2019
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