After P.J. Williams announced his signing to a rookie contract Tuesday, the New Orleans Saints and first-round pick (31 overall) Stephone Anthony have agreed to terms on a four-year deal. Eight of the nine draft picks are now signed.
Following the release of Curtis Lofton, an interior linebacker was a pressing need. I don’t think David Hawthorne is capable of handling the load, and Dannell Ellerbe, who was acquired in the Kenny Stills trade with the Miami Dolphins, has a question mark surrounding him as he looks to bounce from a season-ending hip injury.