The New Orleans Saints released offensive lineman Orlando Franklin on Tuesday after inking him to a one-year deal July 27, according to the Times-Picayune's Josh Katzenstein.
Franklin, 29, started 16 games at left guard a season ago for the then-San Diego Chargers.
The 2011 second-round pick experienced the most success between 2012-2014 with the Denver Broncos when he played right tackle and left guard.
However, his production dipped upon making the move to Southern California.
According to Pro Football Focus, Franklin's injury-plagued 2015 season resulted in an overall grade of 38.