Patriots Veteran Pass Rusher Reportedly Signs With NFC Team

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Anfernee Jennings, a veteran pass rusher from the New England Patriots, has signed a one-year deal with the New Orleans Saints. He played 75 games over five seasons with the Patriots.

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Anfernee Jennings signed a one-year deal
He joined the New Orleans Saints
Jennings played 75 games with the Patriots
He was a longtime defender for the Patriots
Reported by ESPN's Jeremy Fowler

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A longtime New England Patriots defender has reportedly found a new home.

Anfernee Jennings signed a one-year deal with the New Orleans Saints, per ESPN's Jeremy Fowler. The pass rusher has played 75 games over five seasons with the Patriots.

New England drafted Jennings with the No. 87 pick of the 2020 NFL Draft out of Alabama. He notched two of his 7.5 career sacks last season despite playing a reduced role under head coach Mike Vrabel.

Jennings had started 30 games in 2023 and 2024 before garnering just three regular-season starts in 2025. He went from playing a career-high 831 defensive snaps for Jerod Mayo to 280 under Vrabel.

However, Jennings made his presence felt during New England's AFC title run with 16 postseason tackles, two sacks and three quarterback hits. The 28-year-old recorded one of his six tackles for a loss when starting a Super Bowl LX loss to the .

Q&A

What team did Anfernee Jennings sign with?

Anfernee Jennings signed with the New Orleans Saints.

How many seasons did Anfernee Jennings play with the Patriots?

Anfernee Jennings played five seasons with the New England Patriots.

What position does Anfernee Jennings play?

Anfernee Jennings plays as a pass rusher.