A solid depth re-signing that keeps a familiar face in New Orleans' defensive rotation. Multiple reports confirmed the two-year deal, signaling mutual interest between player and franchise. The fact that the Saints traded for then re-signed Ridgeway shows genuine organizational commitment to him. Fans are cautiously optimistic, debating whether Ridgeway can develop into a reliable starter. If he earns consistent snaps, this rotational add could quietly upgrade the Saints' interior defensive line.
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This signing grades out as a reasonable signing for the New Orleans Saints — the team is getting significantly more on-field production than what they're paying for. John's on-field performance ranks in the upper half among NFL DTs, grading him as a solid starter at the position. His $2.9M average annual value ranks as below-market money for the DT market. The production-to-cost ratio is favorable — solid starter output at a below-market price point represents solid asset management. John is squarely in his prime, which adds to the deal's upside — the team should get multiple productive seasons out of this contract. The 2-year, $5.7M deal ($1.6M guaranteed, 29%) keeps the commitment short, giving the team financial flexibility to move on if performance drops.
Contract Details
Length
2 years
Total Value
$5.7M
AAV
$2.9M
Guaranteed
$1.6M
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