It’s the end of an era for the New Orleans Saints. Drew Brees has retired as the franchise leader in games played with the Saints (228). Longtime punter Thomas Morstead was let go after ranking second-most among active players (190); so was tight end Josh Hill, a favorite of Sean Payton’s who placed fourth-most (117). Now, defensive end Cameron Jordan is the only player on the roster who has suited up for 100 or more games in black and gold.
Multiple familiar faces with long Saints resumes are pending free agents: special teams captain Craig Robertson (78 Saints games played), defensive tackle Sheldon Rankins (63), defensive backs P.