Saints Sign Veteran Tight End Noah Fant

New Orleans adds pass-catching threat to bolster tight end room

Mar. 15, 2026 at 9:31pm

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The New Orleans Saints have agreed to terms with free agent tight end Noah Fant, a seven-year NFL veteran who has played for the Denver Broncos, Seattle Seahawks and Cincinnati Bengals. Fant was a first-round draft pick in 2019 and has racked up over 3,500 receiving yards and 18 touchdowns in his career so far.

Why it matters

The Saints were looking to add more firepower to their tight end group, and Fant provides a proven pass-catching threat to complement their existing options. His athleticism and production in the NFL make him an intriguing addition as the Saints look to bolster their offense.

The details

Fant was a standout at the 2019 NFL Combine, posting impressive numbers in the 40-yard dash, vertical jump, and other drills. He had a productive college career at Iowa, setting school records for a tight end in receptions, receiving yards, and touchdowns. Fant has continued that success in the NFL, recording 500+ receiving yards in four of his seven seasons so far.

  • Fant was drafted by the Denver Broncos in the 1st round (20th overall) of the 2019 NFL Draft.
  • He played for the Broncos from 2019-2022 before joining the Seattle Seahawks in 2023 and the Cincinnati Bengals in 2024.
  • The Saints hosted Fant for a visit in July 2025 after his departure from the Seahawks, though he ultimately signed with the Bengals at that time.
  • The Saints and Fant have now agreed to terms on a contract in March 2026.

The players

Noah Fant

A 7-year NFL veteran tight end who has played for the Denver Broncos, Seattle Seahawks and Cincinnati Bengals. He was a 1st round draft pick in 2019 and has over 3,500 career receiving yards and 18 touchdowns.

Mickey Loomis

The Executive Vice President and General Manager of the New Orleans Saints.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

The takeaway

The Saints have added a talented and experienced tight end in Noah Fant to bolster their passing game. Fant's athleticism and production in the NFL make him an intriguing addition as the Saints look to improve their offense.