The Eagles have started retooling the linebacker position, signing former Saints defender Zack Baun to a one-year deal.
Baun, 27, started six games for the Saints last season, recording two sacks, an interception, and four quarterback hits.
Saints free-agent LB Zack Baun plans to sign a one-year deal with the Philadelphia Eagles, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 11, 2024
Baun recorded 30 tackles across 17 games in the 2023 regular season.
Baun saw a career-high 292 defensive snaps last season while continuing to play a critical role on special teams (381).
The 2020 third-round pick was a core special-teamer since his first year with the Saints, but he’s yet to log more than 30 tackles in a single season.
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