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Saints Release Grupe, Sign Kicker Cade York for Competition

11/26/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Blake Grupe (Saints kicker) was released by the New Orleans Saints after the 2025 season, following eight missed field goals and a 69.2% rate.
The New Orleans Saints signed Cade York to their practice squad as Grupe's replacement.
Cade York is a former Louisiana State University (LSU) kicker with a 73.3% career field goal percentage.
York will compete with Charlie Smyth for the starting position.

History

Historical Context

The NFL's 2010 season marked significant changes, including new kicking rules that increased field goal attempts. The New Orleans Saints, champions of Super Bowl XLIV, struggled with kicker performance, as Blake Grupe achieved a 69.2% success rate. Cade York, a former LSU kicker with a 73.3% career percentage, now competes for the starting role, emphasizing the evolving importance of reliable specialists in the league.

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Story summary

Blake Grupe (Saints kicker) was released by the New Orleans Saints after the 2025 season, following eight missed field goals and a 69.2% rate.
The New Orleans Saints signed Cade York to their practice squad as Grupe's replacement.
Cade York is a former Louisiana State University (LSU) kicker with a 73.3% career field goal percentage.
York will compete with Charlie Smyth for the starting position.

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