On Monday the New Orleans Saints acquired Jeremy Shockey from the New York Giants in exchange for two draft picks; one in the 2nd round, and one in the 5th round.

“I have had a relationship with coach Payton and I appreciate what he has done as a head coach,” Shockey said in a statement released by the Saints. “The Saints have a lot of weapons starting with Drew Brees and I look forward to joining my teammates at training camp. This will be a fun year.”

Shockey broke into the NFL in 2002 with the Giants, after being drafted 14th overall in the 2002 NFL Draft. 2002 was Shockey’s best season, he received 894 receiving yards. Jeremy was a four time pro bowler with New York, and played in 83 games during his six seasons.

“Jeremy brought great energy to the game every time he stepped on the field,” said Giants team president John Mara. “He had a close relationship with my father from the time we drafted him, and I had a couple of long conversations with Jeremy this spring and summer. From those conversations, it was apparent to me that a fresh start was the best thing for us and for Jeremy.”

Giants head coach Tom Coughlin gave no specific answer as to who would fill Shockey’s role nest season.

“We have five young kids who are all vying for the position,” Coughlin said. “The tight end position will be a very competitive position in training camp.”

Shockey won’t be the only new face in training camp next season for the Saints. On Friday, the Saints came to terms with draft picks Taylor Mehlaff and Adrian Arrington.