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Why the Saints should sign DE Yannick Ngakoue
Posted on 3/21/23 at 10:24 am
Posted on 3/21/23 at 10:24 am
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The New Orleans Saints are in the process of revamping the entire defensive line. After not resigning key players on the defensive line and hiring Todd Grantham, the team clearly wanted to move in a new direction.
They’ve made some progress signing Khalen Saunders and Nathan Shephard, but the team shouldn’t be done yet. The team lacks real pass rushers except for Cameron Jordan. All successful NFL teams are able to put pressure on opposing QBs. This is why the team should sign DE Yannick Ngakoue.
To put it simply, Ngakoue is a sack machine. The former third rounder has had eight or more sacks in every season he’s played in. He had 9.5 sacks last season with the Indianapolis Colts.
Ngakoue also had an above pass-rush win rate of 14.1%. Ngakoue is a speed rusher who uses his foot movement and speed to get by linemen. He also has fluid hips and good balance. Ngakoue is also known for his cross-chop move.
The other great part about Ngakoue is his passion and leadership. Ngakoue was coaching up some of the other rookies in Indianapolis. Former Colts head coach Frank Riech had this to say about Ngakoue, “What I’m coming to appreciate about Yannick more and more is really what a leader this guy is. He’s going to put up great individual performance and production but ultimately, it’s about the team, and I really believe that he’s going to be a great fit for us going forward.”
This type of passion is needed in the Saints locker room. Fellow Saints DE Cameron Jordan would absolutely thrive off this energy. The two veterans playing together could create a QBs worst nightmare next season.
While Ngakoue is an excellent pass rusher, he’s a below-average run defender. This does knock his value down a bit, but the team already brought in capable run defenders. This would allow Ngakoue to focus on what he does best: rushing the QB.
If the Saints can get the pass-rush guru on a reasonable deal, they should pull the trigger.
I don't typically advocate for players very often I leave it to the pros but if I were the Saints I would at least take a look. Yes he has inconsistent against the run he is a bit small at 246 lbs but situationally as a pass rusher he is a force. In 7 seasons he has not had less than 8 sacks in a season and averages 9.5 sacks and almost 20 QB hits a season and he has only missed 3 games throughout his 7 years in the league. If you are looking for a pass rush well there it is.
The New Orleans Saints are in the process of revamping the entire defensive line. After not resigning key players on the defensive line and hiring Todd Grantham, the team clearly wanted to move in a new direction.
They’ve made some progress signing Khalen Saunders and Nathan Shephard, but the team shouldn’t be done yet. The team lacks real pass rushers except for Cameron Jordan. All successful NFL teams are able to put pressure on opposing QBs. This is why the team should sign DE Yannick Ngakoue.
To put it simply, Ngakoue is a sack machine. The former third rounder has had eight or more sacks in every season he’s played in. He had 9.5 sacks last season with the Indianapolis Colts.
Ngakoue also had an above pass-rush win rate of 14.1%. Ngakoue is a speed rusher who uses his foot movement and speed to get by linemen. He also has fluid hips and good balance. Ngakoue is also known for his cross-chop move.
The other great part about Ngakoue is his passion and leadership. Ngakoue was coaching up some of the other rookies in Indianapolis. Former Colts head coach Frank Riech had this to say about Ngakoue, “What I’m coming to appreciate about Yannick more and more is really what a leader this guy is. He’s going to put up great individual performance and production but ultimately, it’s about the team, and I really believe that he’s going to be a great fit for us going forward.”
This type of passion is needed in the Saints locker room. Fellow Saints DE Cameron Jordan would absolutely thrive off this energy. The two veterans playing together could create a QBs worst nightmare next season.
While Ngakoue is an excellent pass rusher, he’s a below-average run defender. This does knock his value down a bit, but the team already brought in capable run defenders. This would allow Ngakoue to focus on what he does best: rushing the QB.
If the Saints can get the pass-rush guru on a reasonable deal, they should pull the trigger.
I don't typically advocate for players very often I leave it to the pros but if I were the Saints I would at least take a look. Yes he has inconsistent against the run he is a bit small at 246 lbs but situationally as a pass rusher he is a force. In 7 seasons he has not had less than 8 sacks in a season and averages 9.5 sacks and almost 20 QB hits a season and he has only missed 3 games throughout his 7 years in the league. If you are looking for a pass rush well there it is.
Posted on 3/21/23 at 11:30 am to hellsu
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If the Saints can get the pass-rush guru on a reasonable deal, they should pull the trigger.
you are spot on as usual
Posted on 3/21/23 at 11:31 am to hellsu
Do we run a Gus Bradley-esque scheme?
It's telling the Colts retained Bradley but cut ways with YN. They've been tied together at the hip recently.
*ETA: I've posted it before but I will again. We need to hit the elderly bargain bin for edge, focusing on guys like Ingram and Houston who will come dirt cheap and on short deals. YN probably wants 2-2.5x what they will play for. We need depth over individual potential productivity.
It's telling the Colts retained Bradley but cut ways with YN. They've been tied together at the hip recently.
*ETA: I've posted it before but I will again. We need to hit the elderly bargain bin for edge, focusing on guys like Ingram and Houston who will come dirt cheap and on short deals. YN probably wants 2-2.5x what they will play for. We need depth over individual potential productivity.
This post was edited on 3/21/23 at 11:39 am
Posted on 3/21/23 at 12:31 pm to hellsu
He’s the one guy I wouldn’t mind us signing that’s left. I know a few people wanted frank clark but I think k he’s better. He has moved around the league pretty often though which is a red flag.
Posted on 3/21/23 at 1:11 pm to SlowFlowPro
All I'm saying is for the Saints to consider him. I'm not saying to over pay for him. Keep in mind that he is hot and cold in run defense but he has been good enough to start everywhere he has been. He is a good enough athlete that the Ravens started him out of the LB for a few games.
For 7 seasons this guy has been able to smother QB's. They should at least take a look.
For 7 seasons this guy has been able to smother QB's. They should at least take a look.
Posted on 3/21/23 at 2:45 pm to hellsu
Saints typically do not seek smaller DEs. I could see them going for someone like Shaq Lawson or similar type.
Posted on 3/21/23 at 2:55 pm to NOSHAU
True. But we need at least one de that can put heat in the qb on obvious passing downs. Alternative would be go cheaper and get Houston just for that role.
Posted on 3/21/23 at 3:15 pm to NOSHAU
Sounds like who Zach Baun was supposed to be.
Can't imagine he would be cheap but we need pass rushers even part time ones.
Can't imagine he would be cheap but we need pass rushers even part time ones.
Posted on 3/21/23 at 3:19 pm to Townedrunkard
quote:I agree, but Saints seem to have their "type" of DE.
True. But we need at least one de that can put heat in the qb on obvious passing downs. Alternative would be go cheaper and get Houston just for that role.
This post was edited on 3/21/23 at 3:20 pm
Posted on 3/21/23 at 6:16 pm to NOSHAU
Frank Clark is a man among boys. In the Super Bowl he was unblock-able. He might cost more than we want to spend. But guys leave their teams cause they feel cheated and at times sign lesser deals with other teams, respect I think?
Posted on 3/21/23 at 6:32 pm to hellsu
yeah, you're right, I read up on the Ngakoue guy, he's young and a good, up and coming player. Loomis should be able to get him on a reasonable deal. Frank Clark is a overrated player to me.
This post was edited on 3/21/23 at 6:35 pm
Posted on 3/21/23 at 7:22 pm to hellsu
I can’t recall the Saints ever featuring a pass rush only DE. Would be a surprising addition
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