Saints Re-sign Linebacker Elliss to $33M Deal

On March 23rd, the New Orleans Saints are bringing back Lyme

Bakker Caden Ellis on a 3-year deal worth $33 million.

He spent time with the Atlanta Falcons, but is now returning to the team that drafted

him, adding experience to their defense ahead of the 20, 26 season.

This contract includes big performance bonuses tied to Sacks, with incentive starting at

$250,000 for 5 or more, and climbing up to $750,000 for 12 or more.

That setup could put nearly $3 million on the table each year if he hits those marks.

Fans and analysts see this as a smart move for a player who's shown steady growth in

past rushing.

Ellis fits the Saints' pattern of welcoming back former players, boosting team chemistry

and motivation on a squad always chasing playoffs.

In his last two seasons, Ellis racked up 30 and then 43 pressures, building on his 7-sacks

from 2022.

With better conversion rates, like some top rushers have managed lately, he could post

career high numbers.

The Saints hope this reunion spars a defensive turnaround, keeping Ellis hungry to chase those

bonuses and big plays all season long.

That's the story for today, NFL News Today, driven by AI.

I'm Corey with the story.