The Facts: The Saints and Brees have struck a two-year deal worth $50 million, sources told NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport and NFL Network's Jane Slater.

Diehards Line:The veteran passer will receive $27 million guaranteed in the first year, NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reported. ... It doesn't appear the fact that Brees was able to negotiate with other teams (and the Vikings reportedly reached out to gauge his interest) had a major impact on this deal. ... We'll follow up as needed.