METAIRIE, La. -- While their pursuit of New England Patriots cornerback Malcolm Butler remains in limbo, the New Orleans Saints agreed Tuesday to a one-year contract with Sterling Moore, the veteran cornerback who started 12 games for them last year.
Moore's agent, Andy Simms, confirmed the deal on Twitter. Terms were not disclosed.
The 27-year-old Moore was an excellent fill-in for the Saints after signing in Week 1 last year and earning a full-time job because of injuries at the position. Even if the Saints do wind up trading for Butler, Moore could serve a valuable role as the nickel back alongside Butler and Delvin Breaux.