Overview
- Davon Godchaux, a 30-year-old defensive tackle, will be traded from the New England Patriots to the New Orleans Saints for a 2026 seventh-round draft pick.
- The trade will become official on Wednesday with the start of the new NFL league year.
- Godchaux, who has two years remaining on his contract, has been a consistent starter for the Patriots, appearing in every game over the past four seasons.
- The Patriots reportedly allowed Godchaux to seek a trade in February, as they shift toward a new defensive strategy under head coach Mike Vrabel.
- A Louisiana native and LSU alumnus, Godchaux will return to his home state, where he is expected to contribute as a run-stopping nose tackle for the Saints.