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Saints head coach Sean Payton revealed Saturday that Fleener is still working through the process of getting cleared from the concussion he suffered in November.
Fleener said the November concussion -- which ultimately landed him on injured reserve -- was the fifth he had suffered in his career. The Saints released him on May 7 just two seasons into a five-year, $36 million contract, and while the concussion history may have played a role in the decision, his lack of production in 2017 (22 catches in 11 games) likely was the larger factor. Fleener, who will turn 30 years old in September, still has $3.4 million in guaranteed money remaining on his contract, so he'll receive some form of payment in 2018 even if he isn't healthy enough to suit up for a team. He shouldn't have too much trouble finding a new club if he regains his health and wants to continue his career.
