The New Orleans Saints have signed defensive end Chris Rumph II, a move aimed at bolstering their defensive front as they adapt to Brandon Staley's system. Rumph, a fourth-round pick in 2021 from the Los Angeles Chargers, has experience within Staley's framework, which could prove beneficial. Despite recent foot injuries limiting his playtime to 37 games, he is expected to compete for a rotational position behind established players like Chase Young and Carl Granderson.

This acquisition reflects a broader strategy by the Saints to integrate players familiar with Staley's playbook. Alongside Rumph, they also brought in Jonah Williams, who has experience in interior line play. While neither new addition is slated for a starting role, their presence in the locker room will be valuable for mentoring and understanding unique schematic responsibilities as training camp approaches.