Overview

• Asante Samuel Jr., a top free agent cornerback, visited the New Orleans Saints on Monday as part of his search for a new team.
• Samuel Jr. underwent neck surgery in April and is awaiting a medical check-up scheduled for early July before resuming contract negotiations.
• The 25-year-old cornerback has six career interceptions and 176 tackles but missed most of the 2024 season due to a shoulder injury.
• The Saints, with $40 million in cap space, are looking to rebuild their secondary after trading Marshon Lattimore and drafting less-experienced players.
• Samuel Jr.'s familiarity with Saints defensive coordinator Brandon Staley's system could make him a strong fit for New Orleans' defensive plans.