New Orleans Saints offensive tackle Zach Strief has reportedly signed his tender as a restricted free agent.

Strief, originally a seventh-round selection from Northwestern, was tendered at the second-round level. He is one of the players that gives New Orleans considerable depth at the tackle position, something that has prompted some to speculate the Saints could be in a position to make a trade.

Strief was a backup this past season and projects to be in that same role. He has the versatility to play inside if needed.

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