The New Orleans Saints cut backup offensive lineman Jermon Bushrod on Saturday, according to the NFL transactions wire.
Releasing Bushrod created the opening for running back Jonathan Williams, whom the Saints promoted from the practice squad Saturday.
With Williams promoted, the Saints re-signed rookie quarterback J.T. Barrett to the practice squad.
Bushrod, 34, was listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after missing practice Thursday and Friday for an issue the team reported was not injury related.
Without Bushrod, it seems Michael Ola could be an option to play tackle if the Saints starters deal with injuries.