Saunders said he found out about the trade shortly after Sunday’s game and was immediately excited to join his new team.

Jacksonville Jaguars HC Liam Coen, DE Josh Hines-Allen & DT Khalen Saunders speak to the media after practice at 2025 Training Camp, presented by Dream Finders Homes.

The Jacksonville Jaguars made waves with their recent trade, acquiring defensive tackle Khalen Saunders from the New Orleans Saints in exchange for center Luke Fortner.

Luke Fortner is the newest member of the New Orleans Saints. The center was traded by the Jacksonville Jaguars for defensive tackle Khalen Saunders . Saunders had been listed behind newly acquired Davon Godchaux on the Saints' depth chart, and Fortner is projected to serve as the backup for Pro Bowl center Erik McCoy.