The Saints are looking to trade for an early second round pick, according to Albert Breer of The MMQB (on Twitter). As of this writing, the Saints have zero Round 2 choices, so they’d likely have to deal from their 2021 stockpile to get something done.
Saints GM Mickey Loomis threw everyone a curveball at No. 24 last night with his selection of center Cesar Ruiz. The Michigan product was pegged by many as a second-round type and offensive line depth wasn’t thought to be the Saints’ top priority. Meanwhile, LSU linebacker Patrick Queen and cornerback Kristian Fulton were still there for the taking.
The Saints have a stacked roster, but there are still areas they could target early in Round 2. On defense, Fulton, Alabama’s Trevon Diggs, and Utah’s Jaylon Johnson would all make sense at cornerback. Linebacker could also be an area of need in New Orleans, and the Saints could target prospects like Willie Gay (Mississippi State) or Zack Baun (Wisconsin).
Of course, New Orleans is never afraid to add to its already high-powered offense, and the club could look for another pas-catcher to team with Michael Thomas and Emmanuel Sanders. Denzel Mims (Baylor), Laviska Shenault (Colorado), Tee Higgins (Clemson), and Michael Pittman Jr. (USC) all remain on the board.
i couldnt believe they passed on Patrick Queen
Stunning they would add a OL when Patrick Queen was available.
And that they had invested in the Center position in recent years.
Recent years meaning last year. Ruiz will shift to guard and the Saints’ O-Line becomes even younger and better.
Can’t believe Seattle passed on him as well.
Trade warford for one
Denzel mins I think
Laviska Shenault… Could be Willie Gay.
Get the Giants pick at #36 for their 2020 3rd and 2021 1st.
Call Belichick. He’s got too many 2-3 round picks and he’d be HAPPY to trade a #2 today for a #6 next year and a #7 in 2025.