Hurst retires, leaving Saints in bind before draft

AVONDALE, La. -- New Orleans Saints offensive lineman James Hurst announced his retirement Wednesday, concluding a 10-year career in the NFL. Hurst signed with the Baltimore Ravens as an undrafted rookie free agent in 2014 and played six seasons there as a left tackle and left guard. He signed with the Saints in free agency after the conclusion of the 2020 NFL draft and started 51 games over four seasons at both offensive tackle and guard. "Every year playing this sport has been a blessing from God," Hurst wrote on...