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Rotoworld's NFL Draft Needs: Saints
Posted on 4/22/17 at 12:20 pm
Posted on 4/22/17 at 12:20 pm
Sorry if already posted
Saints Team Need No. 1: Defensive Line
Silva’s Analysis
The Saints have only two players worth hanging their hats on in their defensive front: DT Sheldon Rankins and RE Cameron Jordan. The team did well to retain talented up-field penetrator Nick Fairley, although his track record suggests Fairley is a year-by-year proposition. New Orleans has allowed a league-high 930 points over the past two seasons, good for 29.1 per game. This roster desperately needs pass rushers and run stuffers.
Saints No. 2 Team Need: Cornerback
Silva’s Analysis
The 2016 Saints fielded a rag-tag cornerback corps, playing a host of undrafted rookies and street free agents and frequently resorting to in-game and weekly benchings due to those players’ ineffectiveness. Only LCB Delvin Breaux has flashed starting-caliber ability among the returnees, and he fractured his fibula last September before suffering a year-ending shoulder injury in Week 15. The Saints realize this weakness based on their flirtations with Patriots’ restricted free agent CB Malcolm Butler.
Saints No. 3 Team Need: Linebacker
Silva’s Analysis
As you might expect, every level of the defense gets touched on here. The Saints’ third-most-glaring defensive need is linebacker, where 2016 addition James Laurinaitis was a predictable flop and 2015 first-round pick Stephone Anthony has been a bust.
Other Considerations: Running Back, Quarterback, Wide Receiver
Norris’ Mock Draft
Round 1 (11): EDGE Charles Harris, Missouri - The earliest I could see Harris off the board is No. 6 to the Jets. The latest is No. 15 to the Colts. Harris is a joy to watch when rushing the passer, winning with upfield explosion and a swim move as well as countering with an inside spin. His pro day workout showed an average athlete. I can work with average athletes, not non-NFL athletes.
Round 1 (32): CB Marlon Humphrey, Alabama - Humphrey is frequently mentioned as a first-round corner. Some teams have questions, others like his athleticism and experience in Alabama’s system. I worry a bit about the big plays he allowed, in terms of the combination of 20-plus yard receptions, touchdowns and penalties.
Round 2 (42): LB Zach Cunningham, Vanderbilt - I doubt Cunningham lands in the top-32, but he could be a second-round target for a number of teams. He played a bit on the outside as well as inside linebacker. The Saints could deploy him from a variety of gaps.
Round 3 (76): QB Nathan Peterman, Pitt - There’s enough buzz on Peterman to think the latest he’s on the board is round three. Round two is definitely possible. A number of teams mentioned they were impressed with Peterman when watching Tyler Boyd in 2016.
Round 3 (103): RB Kareem Hunt, Toledo - Mark Ingram saw fewer touches at times last season due to fumbling issues. Enter Kareem Hunt, who never fumbles and has talent to succeed as a runner and receiver. His balance is great.
Round 6 (196): DL Roderick Henderson, Alabama State - Late round, small school, big bodied defensive tackle.
Round 7 (229): WR Speedy Noil, Texas A&M - The talent is undeniable. As is his time in Texas A&M’s doghouse.
Saints Team Need No. 1: Defensive Line
Silva’s Analysis
The Saints have only two players worth hanging their hats on in their defensive front: DT Sheldon Rankins and RE Cameron Jordan. The team did well to retain talented up-field penetrator Nick Fairley, although his track record suggests Fairley is a year-by-year proposition. New Orleans has allowed a league-high 930 points over the past two seasons, good for 29.1 per game. This roster desperately needs pass rushers and run stuffers.
Saints No. 2 Team Need: Cornerback
Silva’s Analysis
The 2016 Saints fielded a rag-tag cornerback corps, playing a host of undrafted rookies and street free agents and frequently resorting to in-game and weekly benchings due to those players’ ineffectiveness. Only LCB Delvin Breaux has flashed starting-caliber ability among the returnees, and he fractured his fibula last September before suffering a year-ending shoulder injury in Week 15. The Saints realize this weakness based on their flirtations with Patriots’ restricted free agent CB Malcolm Butler.
Saints No. 3 Team Need: Linebacker
Silva’s Analysis
As you might expect, every level of the defense gets touched on here. The Saints’ third-most-glaring defensive need is linebacker, where 2016 addition James Laurinaitis was a predictable flop and 2015 first-round pick Stephone Anthony has been a bust.
Other Considerations: Running Back, Quarterback, Wide Receiver
Norris’ Mock Draft
Round 1 (11): EDGE Charles Harris, Missouri - The earliest I could see Harris off the board is No. 6 to the Jets. The latest is No. 15 to the Colts. Harris is a joy to watch when rushing the passer, winning with upfield explosion and a swim move as well as countering with an inside spin. His pro day workout showed an average athlete. I can work with average athletes, not non-NFL athletes.
Round 1 (32): CB Marlon Humphrey, Alabama - Humphrey is frequently mentioned as a first-round corner. Some teams have questions, others like his athleticism and experience in Alabama’s system. I worry a bit about the big plays he allowed, in terms of the combination of 20-plus yard receptions, touchdowns and penalties.
Round 2 (42): LB Zach Cunningham, Vanderbilt - I doubt Cunningham lands in the top-32, but he could be a second-round target for a number of teams. He played a bit on the outside as well as inside linebacker. The Saints could deploy him from a variety of gaps.
Round 3 (76): QB Nathan Peterman, Pitt - There’s enough buzz on Peterman to think the latest he’s on the board is round three. Round two is definitely possible. A number of teams mentioned they were impressed with Peterman when watching Tyler Boyd in 2016.
Round 3 (103): RB Kareem Hunt, Toledo - Mark Ingram saw fewer touches at times last season due to fumbling issues. Enter Kareem Hunt, who never fumbles and has talent to succeed as a runner and receiver. His balance is great.
Round 6 (196): DL Roderick Henderson, Alabama State - Late round, small school, big bodied defensive tackle.
Round 7 (229): WR Speedy Noil, Texas A&M - The talent is undeniable. As is his time in Texas A&M’s doghouse.
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Posted on 4/22/17 at 12:21 pm to GMoney2600
At first glance I hate that mock. So I won't look again
Posted on 4/22/17 at 12:25 pm to GMoney2600
Can't argue what his says about our needs, but that mock is...nope.
Posted on 4/22/17 at 12:29 pm to bonethug0108
The team needs & the mock aren't written by the same person. Not really sure why they included them in the same article.
It's obvious that it's written by a national writer though...QB & WR aren't bigger needs than RT. All the local writers know what's up. It's not apparent on the surface, but when you take an in-depth look into the roster...RT is a huge need for the 2018 season(maybe the biggest need actually).
It's obvious that it's written by a national writer though...QB & WR aren't bigger needs than RT. All the local writers know what's up. It's not apparent on the surface, but when you take an in-depth look into the roster...RT is a huge need for the 2018 season(maybe the biggest need actually).
This post was edited on 4/22/17 at 12:38 pm
Posted on 4/22/17 at 12:40 pm to GMoney2600
Yeah he skimmed over RT, but he wasn't wrong about listing QB, WR, or HB.
And RT isn't really a need so much as a want in the draft. If we miss in the draft we can sign a FA to step in for a year.
Not sure you can say that about the other spots (need QB of the future sooner than later and HB and WR in FA is pretty barren; even if we get Peterson we may want a third down type back).
And RT isn't really a need so much as a want in the draft. If we miss in the draft we can sign a FA to step in for a year.
Not sure you can say that about the other spots (need QB of the future sooner than later and HB and WR in FA is pretty barren; even if we get Peterson we may want a third down type back).
Posted on 4/22/17 at 12:46 pm to bonethug0108
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And RT isn't really a need so much as a want in the draft. If we miss in the draft we can sign a FA to step in for a year.
I was hoping we used F.A. to address the RT problem in 2018(RT's aren't overly expensive). CSP seems to want to use the draft to accomplish this. They better hit on the pick if they go this route. Drafting one will be cheaper & the guy's ceiling will be higher...the chance of a bust will also be higher as well though. Hopefully they make the right decision.
This post was edited on 4/22/17 at 12:54 pm
Posted on 4/22/17 at 12:52 pm to GMoney2600
It's like center a few years back (when we knew we were resigning Goodwin). We won't reach for one, but we will definitely look for one if the value is right.
Posted on 4/22/17 at 1:12 pm to GMoney2600
Only thing I like in there is Cunningham at 42
Posted on 4/22/17 at 1:16 pm to GMoney2600
Noil is a future All-Pro inmate I will laugh at whatever team wastes a pick on him...hopefully it isn't us
Posted on 4/22/17 at 1:42 pm to burdman
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Only thing I like in there is Cunningham at 42
I wouldn't mind Kareem Hunt at #103 as well. Peterman is the right value at #76, but I'd rather wait until next year to go QB. Charles Harris would be fine at #32, but seems like a reach at #11. Same with Humphrey at #32...I'd be ok with him at #42 though. Not really a fan of this draft as a whole. Too much reaching in the 1st round imo.
This post was edited on 4/22/17 at 2:06 pm
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