Kellen Moore acknowledged Khalen Saunders as a 'phenomenal contributor' to the Saints, but said depth at DT and OL injuries piling up led to a trade:

The Jacksonville Jaguars and New Orleans Saints struck a trade mere hours after playing to a 17-17 tie in Sunday's preseason game. Veteran DT Khalen Saunders, a

Saunders said he found out about the trade shortly after Sunday’s game and was immediately excited to join his new team.

Jacksonville Jaguars HC Liam Coen, DE Josh Hines-Allen & DT Khalen Saunders speak to the media after practice at 2025 Training Camp, presented by Dream Finders Homes.