Benjamin Watson well knows what it’s like to be a New Orleans Saint and, as a tight end, what it’s like to be a top target for quarterback Drew Brees.
From 2013-15 he was a key member of the franchise and in ’15 – his 12th NFL season – he had his best year with career highs in receptions (74) and receiving yards (825), and tying his best with six receiving touchdowns.
So, understandably, he envisioned greener grass when the opportunity to rejoin the Saints presented itself this offseason. And the free agent did just that, agreeing to a one-year deal with the defending NFC South Division champions Wednesday.