The agent for Saints Pro Bowl guard Jahri Evans tells FOX 8 Sports, the Saints have tendered his client.
Evans’ agent Jerrold Colton confirmed Evans was tendered although would not say at what level.
Colton would not confirm an espn.com report that the Saints and Evans are getting close to a long term deal.
“Both sides would love to reach a deal long term,” Colton said. “But no deal is imminent.”
Evans is coming off a career year where he was named to his 1st Pro Bowl.
As a tendered restricted free agent, the Saints would have the right to match any offer.
Depending on the level of tender, the Saints would receive draft choices if Evans were to sign with another team.
The Saints have not commented on the report.
