Former Patriots $24 million edge rusher finds new home team

Former New England Patriots pass rusher Anfernee Jennings is signing with the New Orleans Saints , according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler on Sunday. Jennings was a key rotational piece and spot-starter on defense for the Patriots before he was ultimately released this offseason. The 2020 third-round draft pick played in 75 games with 40 starts.

He finished his run with the team, recording 217 tackles, 7. 5 sacks, two forced fumbles and three pass break-ups. He was released by the team on March 11, which saved the franchise $3.

8 million in salary cap space. Now, he gets a fresh start with the Saints. Veteran pass rusher Anfernee Jennings is signing with the Saints, per source.

Jennings spent the last five seasons with New England, totaling 132 total tackles and 7. 5 sacks. pic.