Saints Sign QB Zach Wilson to One-Year Deal

The New Orleans Saints have signed quarterback Zach Wilson to a one-year contract, adding a former first-round draft pick to their quarterback roster ahead of the upcoming NFL season.

The agreement, reached on Tuesday, bolsters the Saints' depth at the position. Wilson joins a group led by second-year starter Tyler Shough, who took over as the primary signal-caller midway through New Orleans' 6-11 campaign last season after replacing Spencer Rattler. Shough impressed in his rookie year, guiding the team to a stronger finish following Rattler's 1-7 start in eight games. Wilson is expected to compete with Rattler for the backup role, providing additional options as the Saints aim to improve on their recent performance.

At 26 years old, Wilson brings experience from multiple NFL stops. Selected second overall by the New York Jets in the 2021 draft, he signed a four-year rookie contract worth $35.1 million, including a $22.9 million signing bonus. Wilson started 13 games as a rookie, completing 57 percent of his passes for 6,293 yards, 23 touchdowns, and 25 interceptions across three seasons with the Jets. His record as a starter stood at 12-21, with the team benching him on three...