Allen the newest of the Saints

NEW ORLEANS - Veteran running back Terry Allen signed with the New Orleans Saints Tuesday. It continues a remarkable 13-season career in which he has overcome serious knee injuries to rush for more than eight-thousand yards. <br> <br> The 34-year-old Allen led the Baltimore Ravens in rushing last season. He&#39;s expected to serve as the backup to Deuce McCallister in the Big Easy. <br> <br> Saints general manager Mickey Loomis says, ``Terry gives us a veteran that we know we can depend on.&#39;&#39; <br> <br> This is Allen&#39;s second stint in New Orleans. In 1999, he stepped in when the Saints&#39; backfield had been hit by injuries and helped fuel the club&#39;s race to the NFC West title.