The New Orleans Saints have reached an agreement with former 49ers free-agent defensive tackle Aubrayo Franklin on a one-year deal, a source told ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter.

The Saints also agreed to terms with tight end David Thomas, general manager Mickey Loomis confirmed Tuesday.

Franklin, who turns 31 in August, has recorded 187 tackles, four sacks, one interception and three forced fumbles in his eight-year career.

The 6-foot-1, 317-pound Franklin is an eight-year veteran and proven run defender who has started the past four seasons for San Francisco after beginning his career in Baltimore. His addition adds depth to an interior defensive line that already includes 6-4, 350-pound Shaun Rogers and 6-1, 307-pound Sedrick Ellis, the Saints' 2008 first-round pick.

The Niners placed the franchise tag on him in 2010 and had hopes of agreeing to a long-term deal but were unable to come to terms with him.

Thomas has been a regular contributor since joining the Saints in their Super Bowl season of 2009, with 30 or more receptions in each of the past two seasons. A strong blocker, he also has played fullback when needed.

The deals came the same day New Orleans agreed to terms with top draft choice Cam Jordan.

The Saints also agreed to free-agent deals with safety Paul Oliver, tight end Tory Humphrey and cornerback Terrail Lambert.