Posted by Mike Triplett, The Times-Picayune October 08, 2008 11:54AM

Chuck Cook/The Times-Picayune

The Saints could sign third-round draft choice Taylor Mehlhaff today.

The Saints have signed rookie kicker Taylor Mehlhaff to replace Martin Gramatica, who was placed on injured reserve because of a groin injury.

Mehlhaff was flown in Wednesday morning for a physical, according to his agent Scott Smith of X-A-M Sports, and he will practice with the team this afternoon.
Saints general manager Mickey Loomis confirmed both moves.

The Saints drafted the strong-legged Mehlhaff in the sixth round out of Wisconsin this year, but Gramatica won the kicking job with a steadier performance during training camp and the preseason.

The Saints will practice later this afternoon, and Coach Sean Payton and players will be available to talk this evening.

We’ll update from the afternoon practices and press conferences.

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