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Saints place John Kuhn on IR to activate Willie Snead

New Orleans Saints v Atlanta Falcons

ATLANTA, GA - JANUARY 01: Willie Snead #83 of the New Orleans Saints runs after a catch during the second half against the Atlanta Falcons at the Georgia Dome on January 1, 2017 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

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Fullback John Kuhn’s latest stay on the Saints’ roster lasted only two days, but instead of his release, the team placed him on injured reserve, according to Adam Caplan. Kuhn tore his biceps during practice in London and will require surgery, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Media.

The Saints needed the roster spot to activate wide receiver Willie Snead, whose three-game suspension ended Monday.

Snead, who had 1,879 receiving yards the past two seasons, should provide a boost to the offense. Saints coach Sean Payton, though, said the team would see how Snead handles the work week before determining his role for Sunday.

New Orleans had cut and re-signed Kuhn twice this month.