Saints trade 2027 first rounder, move up to 3rd in final mock draft Daniel Jeremiah is one of the most accurate forecasters. His final mock draft has the Saints trading their 2027 first rounder, moving to third overall

Daniel Jeremiah is one of the most accurate forecasters. His final mock draft has the Saints trading their 2027 first rounder to move up to third overall. | via @aryepulli.bsky.social
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Scouting Future Saints: Miami Hurricanes wide receiver CJ Daniels Miami Hurricanes wideout CJ Daniels will be a late-round pick at best, but has some intriguing skills that could help strengthen an NFL depth chart.

Miami Hurricanes wideout CJ Daniels will be a late-round pick at best, but has some intriguing skills that could help strengthen an NFL depth chart. | via Bob Rose
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Report: Pending Saints-Chris Olave extension impacts draft plans The New Orleans Saints have been strongly linked to first-round receivers but a report says they may pass on one because they need to pay Chris Olave.

The New Orleans Saints have been strongly linked to first-round receivers, but a new report says they may pass on one because they need to pay Chris Olave. Can they afford to pay two of the NFL's 40 highest-paid wide receivers? | via @aryepulli.bsky.social
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2026 NFL Draft: Saints' biggest team needs, top prospect fits The New Orleans Saints have several team needs heading into the 2026 NFL Draft, but they can't all be filled in Round 1. Here are prospects to watch.

The New Orleans Saints have several team needs heading into the 2026 NFL Draft, but they can't all be filled in Round 1. Here are prospects to watch. | via @aryepulli.bsky.social
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Saints linked to speedy Tulsa safety Lento Smith Jr. at local pro day The New Orleans Saints local day was a big opportunity to view prospects with Louisiana roots, which included speedy Tulsa safety Lento Smith Jr.

The New Orleans Saints local day was a big opportunity to view prospects with Louisiana roots, which included speedy Tulsa safety Lento Smith Jr. | via @clutchwdn.bsky.social
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Scouting Future Saints: Oklahoma Sooners wide receiver Deion Burks Underrated Oklahoma wideout Deion Burks has the skill set to bolster an NFL offense in numerous ways. He's a prospect to watch in the 2026 draft.

Underrated Oklahoma wideout Deion Burks has the skill set to bolster an NFL offense in numerous ways. He's a prospect to watch in the 2026 draft. | via Bob Rose
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Scouting Future Saints: Tennessee Volunteers cornerback Jermod McCoy Despite an injury that sidelined him in 2025, Tennessee cornerback Jermod McCoy has tantalizing upside and may be a top-15 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Despite an injury that sidelined him in 2025, Tennessee cornerback Jermod McCoy has tantalizing upside and may be a top-15 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. | via Bob Rose
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Scouting Future Saints: Oklahoma Sooners edge rusher R Mason Thomas Oklahoma Sooners pass rusher R Mason Thomas could be a great fit in certain NFL schemes. Pressuring quarterbacks must be a priority for the Saints.

Oklahoma Sooners pass rusher R Mason Thomas could be a great fit in certain NFL schemes. Pressuring quarterbacks must be a priority for the Saints. | via Bob Rose
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Scouting Future Saints: Florida State Seminoles DT Darrell Jackson Jr. Florida State Seminoles defensive lineman Darrell Jackson Jr has flown under the radar, but could bring power and versatility to an NFL defense.

Florida State Seminoles defensive lineman Darrell Jackson Jr has flown under the radar, but could bring power and versatility to an NFL defense. | via Bob Rose
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Scouting Future Saints: Indiana Hoosiers running back Roman Hemby Running back Roman Hemby of the national champion Indiana Hoosiers has the skills to be a mid-late round steal in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Running back Roman Hemby of the national champion Indiana Hoosiers has the skills to be a mid-late round steal in the 2026 NFL Draft. | via Bob Rose
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Saints' Pete Werner: Ohio State's draft class could be record breaking Saints linebacker Pete Werner is fired up to see his fellow Ohio State Buckeyes turn pro. He sees record-breaking potential in their 2026 draft class.

Saints linebacker Pete Werner is fired up to see his fellow Ohio State Buckeyes turn pro. He sees record-breaking potential in their 2026 draft class. | via @aryepulli.bsky.social
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Final mock draft roundup: Saints come down to three consensus options Our final 2026 NFL mock draft roundup has the New Orleans Saints split between Mansoor Delane, Rueben Bain Jr. and Carnell Tate. Who will be the pick?

Our final 2026 NFL mock draft roundup has the New Orleans Saints split between cornerback Mansoor Delane, edge rusher Rueben Bain Jr. and wide receiver Carnell Tate. Who will be the pick? | via @dillysanders.bsky.social
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Take a look: Saints players report to Phase One of offseason program There are signs of life in Metairie. New Orleans Saints players reported to the team facility for the start of their offseason training program.

There are signs of life in Metairie. New Orleans Saints players including Tyler Shough, Chase Young, Erik McCoy and Kaden Elliss reported to the team facility for the start of their offseason training program. | via Luke Loffredo
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4 potential trade-up partners for the Saints in the 2026 NFL Draft The Saints would be wise to stand pat in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft, but these are some teams to watch if they move up in the first round.

The Saints would be wise to stand pat in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft, but these are some teams to watch if they move up in the first round. | via Bob Rose
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Breaking down 7 rounds of picks in our final 2026 Saints mock draft The real thing is almost here. Here's the breakdown for seven rounds of picks in our final New Orleans Saints mock draft of 2026.

The real thing is almost here. Here's the breakdown for seven rounds of picks in our final New Orleans Saints mock draft of 2026. | via @clutchwdn.bsky.social
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2026 NFL Draft: 3 prospects Saints should avoid in Round 1 The New Orleans Saints have a big opportunity to get better, but there are some prospects they should avoid at the top of the NFL draft.

The New Orleans Saints have a big opportunity to get better, but there are some prospects they should avoid at the top of the 2026 NFL draft. | via @clutchwdn.bsky.social
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Scouting Future Saints: Washington Huskies cornerback Tacario Davis Washington Huskiees defensive back Tacario Davis brings a unique combination of size and athleticism as a probable Day 2 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Washington Huskiees defensive back Tacario Davis brings a unique combination of size and athleticism as a probable Day 2 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. | via Bob Rose
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Scouting Future Saints: South Carolina Gamecocks corner Brandon Cisse Perhaps overlooked in a deep draft class at cornerback, South Carolina defender Brandon Cisse has mid-round value and NFL upside.

Perhaps overlooked in a deep draft class at cornerback, South Carolina defender Brandon Cisse has mid-round value and NFL upside. | via Bob Rose
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Scouting Future Saints: Ole Miss wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling Mississippi wideout De'Zhaun Stribling hasn't been talked about enough leading up to the 2026 draft, but has the skills to play at the next level.

Mississippi wideout De'Zhaun Stribling hasn't been talked about enough leading up to the 2026 draft, but has the skills to play at the next level. | via Bob Rose
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Scouting Future Saints: Ole Miss Rebels wideout Harrison Wallace III Mississippi wideout Tre Wallace has the overall skills to be an instant contributor and potential steal in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Mississippi wideout Tre Wallace has the overall skills to be an instant contributor and potential steal in the 2026 NFL Draft. | via Bob Rose
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2026 NFL Draft: Former Saints QB Derek Carr pushes for Rueben Bain Jr. The New Orleans Saints have work to do in the upcoming 2026 NFL Draft, and Derek Carr believes Rueben Bain Jr. should be their first-round pick.

The New Orleans Saints have work to do in the upcoming 2026 NFL Draft, and Derek Carr believes Rueben Bain Jr. should be their first-round pick. | via @clutchwdn.bsky.social
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Scouting Future Saints: UConn Huskies wide receiver Skyler Bell UConn wideout Skyler Bell isn't the flashiest name in the 2026 NFL Draft, but has the overall abilities to quickly develop into an outstanding weapon.

UConn wideout Skyler Bell isn't the flashiest name in the 2026 NFL Draft, but has the overall abilities to quickly develop into an outstanding weapon. | via Bob Rose
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2026 NFL Draft: 3 surprise trade-up scenarios for New Orleans Saints Mickey Loomis has a long history of trading up in the first round of the NFL draft. Here are three targets the Saints GM could chase on Thursday.

Mickey Loomis has a long history of trading up in the first round of the NFL draft. Here are three targets the Saints GM could chase on Thursday. | via Luke Loffredo
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LSU's Zavion Thomas talks Saints draft visit, grandfather's fandom LSU wide receiver Zavion Thomas is a Louisiana native, born and raised into a Saints family. Could he end up in New Orleans at the next level?

LSU wide receiver Zavion Thomas is a Louisiana native, born and raised into a Saints family. Could he end up in New Orleans at the next level? He says his grandfather 'might jump through the TV' if the black and gold drafts him. | via @aryepulli.bsky.social
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Report: Cardinals, Saints discussing expensive 2026 draft trade Saints GM Mickey Loomis isn't known for his patience in the NFL draft. But this report about a trade up to third overall may be too rich even for him.

Saints GM Mickey Loomis isn't known for his patience in the NFL draft. But this report about an aggressive trade up to third overall may be too rich even for him.
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Scouting Future Saints: Clemson Tigers edge rusher T.J. Parker Clemson Tigers defensive end T.J. Parker isn't the most explosive pass rusher in the 2026 NFL Draft, but offers immediate all-around value.

Clemson Tigers defensive end T.J. Parker isn't the most explosive pass rusher in the 2026 NFL Draft, but offers immediate all-around value. | via Bob Rose
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Scouting Future Saints: Pitt Panthers running back Desmond Reid The explosiveness and versatility of Pitt running back Desmond Reid could allow him to become the Saints' next Day 3 diamond in the rough.

The explosiveness and versatility of Pitt running back Desmond Reid could allow him to become the Saints' next Day 3 diamond in the rough. | via Bob Rose
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Scouting Future Saints: Indiana Hoosiers edge rusher Mikail Kamara Productive national champ Mikail Kamara may lack ideal NFL measurables, but has the intangibles and enough natural skills to be a draft surprise.

Productive national champ Mikail Kamara may lack ideal NFL measurables, but has the intangibles and enough natural skills to be a draft surprise. | via Bob Rose
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Saints privately work out Georgia Bulldogs vertical threat Noah Thomas Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Noah Thomas worked out for the New Orleans Saints ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft. He's an underrated vertical threat.

Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Noah Thomas worked out for the New Orleans Saints ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft. He's an underrated vertical threat. | via @clutchwdn.bsky.social
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2026 NFL Draft predictions: Who will the Saints pick in Round 1? Who will the New Orleans Saints pick on Thursday night? Our staff writers shared their final predictions for the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft.

Who will the New Orleans Saints pick on Thursday night? Our staff writers shared their final predictions for the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. | via @clutchwdn.bsky.social, @dillysanders.bsky.social, Bob Rose, @aryepulli.bsky.social, Luke Loffredo
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