There has been a clear through-line across the New Orleans Saints newest free agent signees. Culture. Well, okay two through-lines: culture and leadership. New defensive tackle Khalen Saunders was the epitome of both qualities when introduced on Friday.
The four-year interior defender entered the NFL from a small school and was immediately a part of two Super Bowl-winning rosters with the Kansas City Chiefs. So, not only did the Saints find a leader in Saunders, they found themselves a winner as well.
Saunders impressed in his introductory press conference at the end of last week. Both in his understanding of self and the opportunity ahead of him. Here are some of the biggest takeaways from his time visiting with New Orleans media.