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Redskins sign wide receivers Devery Henderson, Donte' Stallworth

Devery Henderson made nine starts for the Saints last season. (Chris Graythen/Getty Images)

Devery Henderson is expected to compete for playing time during training camp. (Chris Graythen/Getty Images)

The Redskins added to their wide receiver depth Wednesday by adding two former Saints in Donte' Stallworth and Devery Henderson.

Henderson, 31, was the second-round pick of the 2004 draft and played nine seasons with the Saints, providing a deep threat and averaging 17.9 yards per catch. He caught 22 passes for 316 yards and a touchdown while starting nine games last season.

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Stallworth impressed Redskins coaches enough during a tryout to catch on with the team for the second time. The 13th overall pick of the 2002 draft, has 321 catches for 4,837 yards and 35 touchdowns while playing for the Saints, Eagles, Patriots, Browns, Ravens and Redskins.

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