The New Orleans Saints are adding a familiar face to their rookie minicamp roster, and it's a name that defensive coordinator Brandon Staley knows well. Former Los Angeles Chargers safety JT Woods—a third-round pick in the 2022 NFL Draft—will try out for the Saints this weekend, according to KPRC2's Aaron Wilson. This isn't just any tryout; it's a reunion between Woods and the coach who drafted him during his tenure as Chargers head coach.

Since his release from the Chargers in 2023, Woods has been on a journey across the league, spending time with the Philadelphia Eagles, Chicago Bears, Seattle Seahawks, Las Vegas Raiders, and New York Jets. Most recently, he had a tryout with the Cleveland Browns just a few weeks ago. Now, he's getting another shot with the Saints, and his path tells a story of persistence and untapped potential.

What makes Woods intriguing? At 6-foot-2 and 195 pounds, he brings impressive size to the secondary, but his real standout trait is speed. He ran a blazing 4.36-second 40-yard dash at the NFL Combine, a number that immediately turns heads. For a Saints team that has prioritized adding speed on both sides of the ball this offseason, Woods fits the mold perfectly.

While he may be considered a long shot, don't count him out just yet. Staley has a history of bringing in players he trusts, including safety Terrell Burgess and defensive linemen Jonah Williams and Chris Rumph II. If Woods can show the same athleticism that made him a draft pick in the first place, he could find a home in New Orleans. For Saints fans, this minicamp tryout is a reminder that sometimes the best additions come from familiar connections—and a little bit of speed never hurts.