The Saints will bring in veteran free-agent LB Derrick Brooks for a workout, head coach Sean Payton announced Tuesday.
Brooks, an 11-time Pro Bowler, was released by the Buccaneers in the offseason and has been looking to join another team ever since. LB Derek Smith will also work out for Saints coaches. Smith has made stops with the 49ers, Chargers and Dolphins.
The club is looking for another backup linebacker to fill in for Mark Simoneau, who will be out for several weeks after tearing his triceps during a scrimmage Saturday.