Ranking the 10 greatest New Orleans Saints players of all time

8. Pat Swilling, LB (1986-92)

A five-time Pro Bowler, Swilling began his career in New Orleans and racked up 10.5 sacks or more in five of his seven seasons with the team. He earned two All-Pro selections and won the defensive player of the year award in 1991 behind a league-leading 17 sacks. Swilling sits second among Saints with 24 forced fumbles, fourth with 76.5 sacks and 14th with 354 solo tackles.