The Saints no longer have a 2^nd round pick because of BountyGate (nor do they have a Head Coach) so they almost had to address the defensive tackle position in free agency. Brodrick Bunkley was actually ProFootballFocus’ best run stuffer regardless of position, but he’s had an inconsistent past, especially with injuries, so he’s no sure bet. If he’s right, he’s well worth the 5 years, 25 million with 9 million guaranteed that he got. However, I would have liked to have seen the Saints add a pass rushing defensive tackle instead. Sedrick Ellis is the other starting defensive tackle and he managed just .5 sacks last season. They needed a pass rushing compliment.

Grade: B