4 pending free agents the New Orleans Saints must re-sign in 2023

Johnson really came into his own this season, though his status in the spring is a bit murkier as a restricted free agent. That will give the Saints an option to at least match any contract offers he receives from other teams, and maybe to get some compensation if he leaves. But they should make every effort to re-sign him. Johnson has stepped up as both a blocker and a receiver, and he leads the Saints offense in snaps played at tight end. In fact, only four players have seen more reps on offense this season in New Orleans, all starting offensive linemen. He’s an ascending talent the team should hold onto.