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Charlie Smyth Takes Over Kicking Duties for Saints

12/1/2025

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Charlie Smyth will start his first regular-season game for the New Orleans Saints against the Miami Dolphins on Sunday.
He replaces Blake Grupe, who was waived after missing two field goals in a loss to the Atlanta Falcons.
Smyth's elevation to the active roster signals he has secured the kicking role, despite Cade York joining the Saints' practice squad.

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Charlie Smyth will start his first regular-season game for the New Orleans Saints against the Miami Dolphins on Sunday.
He replaces Blake Grupe, who was waived after missing two field goals in a loss to the Atlanta Falcons.
Smyth's elevation to the active roster signals he has secured the kicking role, despite Cade York joining the Saints' practice squad.