After a disappointing 5-12 season, the New Orleans Saints will be relying heavily on the draft to build for the future. Let's take a look at what PFN predicts in their latest 7-Round mock.
It’s impossible to know right now what Chris Olave’s career trajectory looks like. What we do know is that no matter what happens, having a big, consistent target like McMillan makes a quarterback’s job easier, and his skill set is a perfect complement to the outrageous speed Olave and Rashid Shaheed offer.
Paulson Adebo played well for New Orleans but will be a free agent after suffering a season-ending injury in 2024. It makes sense for a team deep in the red on their ledger to let him walk. Morrison suffered his own season-ending injury in 2024, but the Notre Dame defender is one of the most well-coached cornerbacks in the class. His leggy frame allows him to maintain vertical carries and his advanced eyes allow him to smoothly mirror route runners despite not possessing elite fluidity. So… he’s relatively similar to Adebo.
Winston has a ton of potential. He’s endlessly long for a defensive back and he might be the most consistent tackler in the class. The rub is that playing safety is more about what’s going on above the shoulders than below, and Winston’s lack of time on task leaves a lot to be desired from a processing perspective.
Carter is a really good linebacker stuck in a 5-foot-11 frame that’s simply unable to consistently process information in front of him because he literally can’t always see what’s happening in the backfield. He’s explosive and has impressive length and presence on the edge, so an early SAM role could be in the cards.
Jaxson Dart’s strong build and the ability to find isolated teammates and routes make him a quality quarterback. He stays calm post-snap and throws precise passes at different speeds and angles to make things easier for his receivers.
Tyler Baron uses his explosive first step to win more one-on-one true pass rush sets. His physicality allows him to take up various roles under different circumstances. Baron has won a significant amount of one-on-one true pass rush sets and been great at posting pressure throughout his career.
Tahj Brooks is a great pass protector and can also break tackles very often. He is a durable runner with an NFL-ready frame and powerful arm. Brooks’ running posture make it difficult for opponents to bring him down with initial contact.
Joey Corcoran played 12 games for the UNH Wildcats last season and charted 39 receptions for 459 yards and four touchdowns.
Kobe Savage is a physical hitting impact defensive back. His versatility and ability to play with great motor makes him a great pick. Savage’s zone coverage enables him to pass off routes to a teammate's zone
Marcus Yarns is an incredible runner and a possess dynamic playmaking skills. He has shown his ball carrying skills in wide-zone schemes to press the edges of a defense.
