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The Buffalo Bills released wide receiver Dante Pettis on Saturday as they trimmed the roster toward the 53-player limit. Pettis was among 13 players cut on August 29.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 31

Bills Officially Make Three Roster Moves

The Buffalo Bills officially signed WR Dante Pettis and CB D.J. Miller on Friday and cut S Wande Owens, per the NFL Transactions wire. Pettis, 30, is a former second-round pick of the 49ers back in 2018.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / July 30

Bills Sign Former Second-Round Wide Receiver, Changing Roster Dynamic

After working out several players after Day 2 of training camp, the Buffalo Bills have signed wide receiver Dante Pettis. In a corresponding move, the Bills waived WR Jalen Virgil with a non-football injury designation.

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NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 30

Bills Signed WR Dante Pettis

The Buffalo Bills announced they’ve signed WR Dante Pettis to a contract on Thursday. In a corresponding move, the team waived WR Jalen Virgil with a NFI designation.

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New Orleans Saints News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 3

Saints Sign Two Players From Practice Squad

According to Mike Triplett, the Saints signed WR/KR Dante Pettis and G William Sherman from the practice squad to the active roster for Week 14. Pettis, 30, is a former second-round pick of the 49ers back in 2018.

New Orleans Saints News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 29

Saints Elevated WR Dante Pettis & K Charlie Smyth

The Saints announced on Saturday that they are elevating WR Dante Pettis and K Charlie Smyth ahead of Week 13. Pettis, 30, is a former second-round pick of the 49ers back in 2018.

New Orleans Saints News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 8

Saints Elevate WR Dante Pettis & G William Sherman

Per Katherine Terrell, the Saints are elevating WR Dante Pettis and G William Sherman for Week 10. Pettis, 30, is a former second-round pick of the 49ers back in 2018.

New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / October 3

Reunion: Saints Sign WR Back To Practice Squad

The New Orleans Saints added another piece to the practice squad on Thursday. This time, the player coming through the door was wide receiver Dante Pettis, as shared by the team.

New Orleans Saints News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 2

Saints Signed WR Dante Pettis To Practice Squad

The New Orleans Saints signed WR Dante Pettis to the practice squad, per the NFL transaction wire. The team had a vacancy on the unit which Pettis now filles. Pettis, 29, is a former second-round pick of the 49ers back in 2018.

New Orleans Saints News / Canal Street Chronicles / March 24, 2025

What WR Dante Pettis brings to the Saints

Whether at WR or special teams, Pettis will have an opportunity in New Orleans. On March 9, 2025, the news broke that WR Dante Pettis had re-signed with the New Orleans Saints on a one-year deal.

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New Orleans Saints News / Total Apex Sports / March 9, 2025

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Saints Reportedly Bring Back Veteran Wide Receiver On One-Year Deal

Dante Pettis is back with the New Orleans Saints. According to a Sunday afternoon report by The 33rd Team's Ari Meirov, the team is bringing the veteran wide receiver back on a one-year deal.

New Orleans Saints News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 30, 2024

Saints Making Four Roster Moves, Elevating WR Dante Pettis

According to Mike Triplett, the Saints are signing G Kyle Hergel from the practice squad to the 53-man roster. Additionally, New Orleans is waiving S Millard Bradford.

New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / October 15, 2024

Saints Reportedly Add Veteran Wide Receiver In Wake Of Injuries

The New Orleans Saints announced on Tuesday afternoon that they have signed veteran wide receiver Dante Pettis to their practice squad. To make room for Pettis, the Saints also announced that they are releasing cornerback Shemar Jean-Charles from their practice squad.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 8, 2024

Cowboys Worked Out Seven Players

According to Aaron Wilson, the Cowboys worked out seven players on Tuesday including WR Dante Pettis. The full list includes: WR Chase Cota QB Max Duggan WR Denzel Mims WR Dante Pettis DE Shaka Toney LB Luiji Vilain WR Seth Williams Pettis, 28, is a former second-round pick of the 49ers back in 2018.

Chicago Bears News / Windy City Gridiron / September 5, 2024

Chicago Bears Thursday Injury Report, Dante Pettis Injury Settlement

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Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / September 6, 2024

Bears release veteran WR with injury settlement

On Tuesday, the Chicago Bears parted ways with a wide receiver who had been with the team in 2022 and 2023. Unfortunately, a preseason injury knocked him out of contention for a spot on this year’s 53-man roster.

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Chicago Bears News / Windy City Gridiron / July 20, 2024

Training Camp Battles: Punt Returner

The Chicago Bears continue to have questions on special teams as to who will be returning punts. It’s starting to feel like finding a punt returner is going to be a struggle for Ryan Poles.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / June 13, 2024

Bears Bring Aboard Punt Return Competition for Dante Pettis

The Bears sought to stabilize their punt return game by signing back Dante Pettis during the offseason after he spent all of 2023 out due to a preseason neck injury.

Chicago Bears News / On Tap Sports Net / March 15, 2024

WR Dante Pettis Re-Signs with Bears After One Year Away from NFL

The Chicago Bears are adding depth to the wide receiver room with a familiar face. Ryan Poles is bringing back former Bears receiver, Dante Pettis, who did not play in the NFL in 2023.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 13, 2022

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Giants place Kyler Fackrell on IR, activate three from reserve/COVID-19 list

It wasn't all bad news for Giants fans on Tuesday, however, as Big Blue also activated tight end Kaden Smith, offensive tackle Matt Peart and wide receiver/returner Dante Pettis off the reserve/COVID-19 list. All can participate in Wednesday's practice and could play against Seattle this Sunday.

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