--While the makeover of the Saints' roster continued late last week with the release of guard Kendyl Jacox and the signing of three free agents - running back Michael Bennett, linebacker Anthony Simmons and safety Omar Stoutmire - the team brought back two familiar faces this week. The Saints re-signed defensive tackle Willie Whitehead, who has been with the team since 1999, to a three-year contract and strongside linebacker James Allen to a one-year deal.

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