The New Orleans Saints signed linebacker Pete Werner to a three-year contract extension through the 2027 season, multiple outlets reported Thursday.
Per reports, Werner will earn more than $25 million, including $17.5 million guaranteed.
The Ohio State product was selected by the Saints 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 against NFC South rival Carolina Panthers.
–Field Level Media
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