Mark Brunell Agrees to Contract With Saints

Washington Redskins quarterback Mark Brunell (8) looks to pass against the Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Terry Cousin (21) and defensive tackle Marcus Stroud (99) during the second quarter of a NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 1, 2006, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

By Chad Cushnir First Coast News

NEW ORLEANS, LA -- Former Jaguars quarterback Mark Brunell has a new home. He and the New Orleans Saints have agreed to a two-year contract.

Brunell spent the last four seasons in Washington. Prior to that, he was the Jaguars quarterback for nine years. Brunell began his career in Green Bay where he was a backup for Brett Favre for two seasons. 2008 will be the 15th NFL season for the 37-year-old.

Brunell is expected to be the backup quarterback for Drew Brees in New Orleans.

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