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For the first time since his 10-game suspension for violating the league’s personal conduct policy, Justin Tucker is on probation.
The New Orleans Saints will work out Tucker, the veteran placekicker, after Blake Grupe missed two of his three field-goal attempts in a loss to the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday.
Saints head coach Kellen Moore talked about Tucker’s tryout Monday.
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September 5, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Baltimore Ravens kicker Justin Tucker (9) warms up against the Kansas City Chiefs prior to a game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. (Denny Medley/Imagn Images)
“He’s been one of their leaders for a long time on a very successful team,” Moore said via Nick Underhill. “Obviously, there have been some things that have been unfortunate. He’s been through an experience, and I think it’s about piecing together what that experience was.”
Tucker accepted the league’s lengthy suspension, which was one game less than that of Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson, who was involved in a similar situation in 2022.
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Referring to Tucker being a leader, Moore discussed the 36-year-old’s time with the Ravens, where he made seven Pro Bowls, became a five-time All-Pro and won a Super Bowl during his 13 years with the franchise.
Baltimore Ravens place kicker Justin Tucker (9) kicks the ball during the first quarter against the Cleveland Browns at M&T Bank Stadium. (Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Photos)
But because of the off-field issues, the Ravens decided to move on from Tucker, who struggled in 2024, making 22 of his 30 field-goal attempts while missing two of his 62 extra-point attempts.
His wife, Amanda, also stuck by her husband.
“The false allegations against Justin have caused so much pain to our family,” she told OutKick. “I believe in my husband and I love and support him fully.”
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The Saints are also reportedly signing Cade York to try out the position.
