Saints sign LB Pete Werner to 3-year extension

New Orleans Saints linebacker Pete Werner agreed to terms on a three-year contract extension Thursday. Financial terms were not disclosed by the Saints, however multiple media outlets reported that Werner will earn more than $25 million, including $17.5 million guaranteed. The Ohio State product was selected by New Orleans in the second round (60th overall) of the 2021 NFL Draft. Werner, 25, has registered 235 tackles, an interception, four passes defensed, two forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries in 43 career games (35 starts). The Saints open the 2024 season on Sept. 8 at home against the NFC South rival Carolina Panthers. --Field Level Media