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Saints LB Demario Davis lands with Jets in free agency: report
Demario Davis signed a two-year, $22 million contract with the New York Jets, reuniting with coach Aaron Glenn and ending his eight-year tenure with the Saints.
- Demario Davis agreed to a two-year, $22 million deal with the Jets before March 11, ending his eight-year Saints tenure during the NFL's tampering window, with deals not yet official.
- After his contract expired, Davis became an unrestricted free agent, and the Jets aimed to add veterans to a young roster, reuniting him with Aaron Glenn.
- Davis arrives with sustained production, having logged over 100 tackles annually in eight seasons with the Saints, including career highs of 136 and 143 tackles and totals of 951 tackles, 31 sacks, three interceptions, and five forced fumbles.
- The Saints now face a leadership void after Davis' departure, as fans' reaction showed his impact Monday and Danny Stutsman, fourth-round pick, must fill big shoes.
- At 37, Demario Davis will play the next two years in the middle of the Jets' defense, earning a $11 million annual salary, Jets management said.
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Brandon native Demario Davis signing with New York Jets
One of Mississippi’s favorite players is leaving one of Mississippi’s favorite teams. Brandon native Demario Davis is leaving the New Orleans Saints after eight seasons in the Big Easy. Per multiple reports, Davis is returning for a third stint with the New York Jets – the team he was drafted by in 2012 and played for until 2015 and then again in 2017. His contract is expected to be a two-year deal worth $22 million with $15 million fully guaran…
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