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Saints exercise option on DT Bryan Bresee

The New Orleans Saints have exercised the fifth-year option on defensive tackle Bryan Bresee's contract for the 2027 season.

The option is valued at $13.931 million and is fully guaranteed. Bresee was the 29th overall pick in 2023 and has started 26 of his 49 career games.

He recorded 37 tackles, 2.5 sacks, and eight quarterback hits over his first three seasons. In 2025, he tallied 37 tackles, five tackles for loss, and a forced fumble.