The New Orleans Saints are working to sign free agent safety Julian Blackmon as a replacement for the retired Tyrann Mathieu, sources told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.
A deal has not been finalized, but the sides have been in talks, sources said.
The Saints have made several additions to their defense this offseason under new defensive coordinator Brandon Staley. Safety Justin Reid was the highest-profile addition to date, signing a three-year deal averaging $10.5 million at the beginning of free agency.
A former third-round pick, Blackmon is one of the best safeties still available.