New Orleans Saints sign DT Christen MIller

The New Orleans Saints' signing of defensive tackle Christen Miller earns a C+ Contract Value Index (CVI), reflecting a modest mid-market commitment that fits the team's current roster construction without overextending resources. At $2.95M AAV on a $11.8M total deal, this is a depth-level investment typical of preseason additions aimed at fortifying the defensive line rotation — the price point suggests a solid starter or above-average reserve rather than a franchise cornerstone. For a Saints team sitting at 6-11 and outside playoff contention, adding depth on the defensive front makes schematic sense, though the contract structure (with contract years remaining opaque in the data) leaves some cap flexibility ambiguity. The CVI grade reflects reasonable value: Miller is being paid at a rate that neither represents a bargain nor a premium, making this a neutral-to-fair transaction on the open market. Given the team's rebuilding posture and the relatively modest financial commitment, this signing carries low downside risk; if Miller underperforms, the cap hit is manageable, and if he delivers, the Saints get rotation help at a reasonable rate.