Alex Marvez of FOX Sports reports that the Saints have reached an agreement with TEย Michael Hoomanawanui on a three-year deal.
Hoomanawanui, 27, came over in a trade with the Patriots that sent DLย Akiem Hicksย to New England. He played out hisย two-year, $2.4 million contractย and would have been an unrestricted free agent in the coming days.
In 2015, Hoomanawanui has appeared in 14ย games for the Patriots and Saints and recorded 14 receptions for 76 yards receiving and three touchdowns.
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