"When you start getting higher draft picks and guys from other teams, you've got to kind of look at it realistically that, 'Hey, things might change,'¤" said Craft, who has appeared in 64 consecutive games with the Saints since 2004, including the playoffs.

"You know, I've definitely had a great time here, and hopefully I can have another good season here," said Craft, 32, who has started 13 games and been a mainstay in the nickel defense and on special teams. "I mean, I know that I can help out and you always need depth. So I'm just going to keep going out and giving it my all."