As the NFL trade deadline nears, the New Orleans Saints shocked the fanbase with a move on defense that no one really expected. With the struggles New Orleans has had on the defensive side of the ball, many expected a look in the secondary or pass rush. Instead, the Saints chose to bring in more help to their linebacker room.
49ers traded LB Kwon Alexander traded to the Saints, source tells ESPN.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) November 2, 2020
In the trade, the Saints sent off a conditional 5th round pick and LB Kiko Alonso who started the year on the PUP list recovering from an ACL injury.