Saints Sign Connor McGovern Amid Offensive Line Injuries

The New Orleans Saints have signed veteran center Connor McGovern off the New York Jets' practice squad to address significant injuries on their offensive line, particularly the absence of Pro Bowl center Erik McCoy and right guard Cesar Ruiz. McGovern brings 91 career NFL starts and extensive experience, having previously played for the Broncos and Jets, where he started seven games last season. To make room for McGovern, the Saints waived second-year wide receiver A.T. Perry. The team's offensive line struggles have led to multiple players, including Lucas Patrick and Shane Lemieux, also dealing with injuries. McGovern's familiarity with Saints offensive line coach John Benton may facilitate a quicker adaptation for him ahead of the upcoming game against the Chiefs.