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The New Orleans Saints entered the 2025 NFL Draft with questions about Derek Carr’s health. As a result, the Saints selected Louisville QB Tyler Shough in the second round at No. 40 overall, even ahead of Alabama’s Jalen Milroe and Colorado’s Shedeur Sanders in a bit of a surprise. The Saints QB room then consisted […]

After Jaxson Dart became the second quarterback taken off the 2025 NFL Draft board at No. 25, the New Orleans Saints surprised everyone by taking Tyler Shough at No. 40 over Shedeur Sanders. Aware of how high his expectations suddenly became, Shough is ready to give everything he has to his new team. While some […]

There have been rumors floating around the New Orleans Saints regarding Derek Carr and a shoulder injury that could put his availability this season in jeopardy. Though there may be conflicting reports, Carr recently shared his side of the story during a church service, while also taking some digs at national publications. “Yes, I have […]

NFL insider Mel Kiper is criticizing the New Orleans Saints for some of their choices in the 2025 NFL Draft. Kiper felt the Saints had an up-and-down draft, giving the team a B minus grade in his evaluation. “Reach, reach, reach. That’s what I have in my notes for the Saints. Too many reaches. I […]

The New Orleans Saints have a lot of uncertainty at the quarterback position, and things have only gotten murkier during the 2025 NFL draft. After the Saints selected Tyler Shough with the No. 40 pick in the draft, head coach Kellen Moore addressed Shough’s role amid the uncertain status of veteran signal caller Derek Carr. With […]

After watching only Cam Ward and Jaxson Dart go in the first round, football fans the world over openly wondered who would be the first quarterback taken on Day 2 of the 2025 NFL Draft, Tyler Shough or Shedeur Sanders. While some, like Mel Kiper Jr. felt very strongly about Sanders being the pick, as […]

The New Orleans Saints had the ninth overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. Experts expected them to take Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders to begin molding him into their signal-caller of the future. Instead Deion Sanders’ son is still waiting to be picked after Cam Ward and Jaxson Dart were selected before him. News broke […]

As expected, Cam Ward came off the board early as the Tennessee Titans took the quarterback first overall on Thursday night. But the 2025 NFL draft class’ second-ranked passer, Shedeur Sanders, was not selected in Round 1. The New Orleans Saints passed on Sanders with the ninth overall pick, as some insiders expected. But when […]

One of the most intriguing storylines entering the 2025 NFL Draft was where Shedeur Sanders would go. A couple of months ago, he was considered a shoo-in to be a top-5 pick. But as the draft drew nearer, he fell further and further down mock draft boards with both the New York Giants and New […]

The New Orleans Saints have the ninth overall pick in the NFL Draft. One of the biggest news items in the pre-draft process was the Derek Carr injury. Original reports indicated that his season could be over, but the final diagnosis has not been confirmed. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport says that the Saints won’t get […]

The New Orleans Saints were rumored to be interested in selecting a quarterback in the NFL draft before Derek Carr’s shoulder injury came to light. But now that the veteran passer’s future with the team is in jeopardy, some believe the Saints will target Shedeur Sanders with the ninth overall pick in the draft. However, […]

With the 2025 NFL Draft mere hours away, one of the more interesting teams fans are keeping an eye on is the New Orleans Saints. Currently sitting pretty at pick No. 9, the Saints could draft the second quarterback off the board, they could have no quarterback to draft at all, or they could opt […]

The New Orleans Saints are entering a new era under head coach Kellen Moore. New Orleans’ roster is in an awkward place, boasting some talented veterans but with a lack of young talent. The Saints can help fix that problem this week in the 2025 NFL Draft. It appears that the quarterback position is a […]

Rumors have been swirling all offseason that the New Orleans Saints may trade wide receiver Chris Olave. On Wednesday, the front office made a decision regarding Olave’s contract that could depict his future with the club. Reports indicate that the Saints are exercising Olave’s fifth-year option, according to Ari Meirov of the 33rd Team. This […]

The New Orleans Saints are weighing options on whom to draft with the ninth overall pick in the 2025 Draft. While the Saints have long been rumored to snatch up a quarterback, it appears that may not happen. The Saints are expected to go in a different direction, per FOX Sports. “They’re not in love […]

Although the New Orleans Saints have been set on Jaxson Dart, they have more competition in the quarterback market. The Saints have the No. 9 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. Still, other teams could make a move for the Ole Miss quarterback. “Teams are legitimately torn on Dart,” ESPN insider Jeremy Fowler said. “While […]

Speculation grows about what the New Orleans Saints are going to do with the No. 9 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. Some rumors suggest the franchise may decide to select a quarterback early. However, ESPN’s Adam Schefter seems to think otherwise. In the latest episode of “The Adam Schefter Podcast,” Schefter reveals that […]

The New Orleans Saints have the ninth overall pick in this week’s NFL Draft. Recently, they announced that Derek Carr suffered a shoulder injury that could keep him out all season. That would point to a quarterback pick early in the draft. But ESPN’s Katherine Terrell does not have the Saints taking Shedeur Sanders or […]

A unique franchise — in a part of the country where Jazz and Cajun cooking rule — the New Orleans Saints languished in anonymity for many years. They won a Super Bowl with a star quarterback in 2009, but these days aren’t considered title contenders. But maybe hiring Kellen Moore to be the Saints’ new […]

There has been much speculation, especially following news that Derek Carr could miss the entire 2025 season, that the New Orleans Saints will be drafting a quarterback with the No. 9 overall pick in the upcoming NFL Draft. But the latest reporting indicates some “skepticism” that New Orleans will ultimately do that. Despite being linked […]

The NFL Draft is just days away, and the New Orleans Saints hold the ninth and 40th overall picks to start. Heading into the day, every team owns its first-round pick, a rarity in pro sports drafts. But trades are going to happen during the later rounds, starting on Friday. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported that […]

Incoming head coach Kellen Moore begins constructing his first New Orleans Saints rookie class on April 24. Multiple questions arise in the Bayou ahead of the NFL Draft. The most pressing are what becomes of Derek Carr? Will Shedeur Sanders come on board and potentially push him out? Sanders is labeled a strong possibility at […]

In next week’s NFL Draft, the New Orleans Saints pick feels like one of the potential hinge points. Two competing visions from ESPN’s Matt Miller and Jordan Reid demonstrate the divide over which direction they’ll head in with the first of the Kellen Moore era. In an ESPN intel piece, Field Yates and Matt Miller […]

The New Orleans Saints still have a rather lengthy offseason to-do list as the NFL Draft approaches. Before they try to chip away at those arduous chores, which became more taxing following the latest Derek Carr injury update, they are officially saying goodbye to a player who was a vital part of the franchise’s last […]

The New Orleans Saints have several needs to address in this year’s NFL Draft. A league insider believes some of these position needs include offensive line, wide receiver and cornerback. There’s another spot though where the Saints need help, and that position is quarterback. ESPN NFL insider Field Yates says the injury status to quarterback […]

The 2025 NFL draft is quickly approaching, and things are really expected to get hectic when the New England Patriots are on the clock with the No. 4 overall pick. With the Tennessee Titans, Cleveland Browns, and New York Giants picking ahead of them, the Patriots are largely expected to make their decision based on […]

The New Orleans Saints suddenly find themselves with quite a conundrum at the quarterback position after it was reported that Derek Carr may end up missing the 2025 campaign due to a shoulder injury. As a result, Mel Kiper Jr. and Field Yates of ESPN believe that could lead the Saints to target Colorado football […]

Oh, those poor New Orleans Saints and the injury problem of Derek Carr. Would this give them the incentive to tank for a future star? Or would their radar lead them to a rising quarterback prospect, Tyler Shough, who is “better than Cam Ward?” That’s the rumor floated, according to Dianna Russini on Scoop City’s […]

When news broke that Derek Carr could potentially miss the entirety of the 2025 NFL season with a shoulder injury, it called the New Orleans Saints’ immediate future into question. Suddenly, any ideas new head coach Kellen Moore had for a Carr-led offense would almost certainly need to be scrapped and in their place, the […]

The New Orleans Saints are in a non-ideal spot at the quarterback position as Derek Carr is dealing with an injury and could miss the 2025-26 NFL season. Carr is dealing with a shoulder injury, per Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer. “Over the weekend, my buddy and old NFL Network colleague Ian Rapoport reported that Carr’s […]

Heading into the 2025 season, the New Orleans Saints are a team in transition. New head coach Kellen Moore is in the opening phases of implementing his vision for the team. They are way over the salary cap, leaving limited options for improving the team outside the upcoming NFL Draft. Now, starting quarterback Derek Carr […]

With Derek Carr’s shoulder injury remaining an issue heading into the upcoming season, the New Orleans Saints could look to upgrade the quarterback position in the 2025 NFL Draft. One name that seems to be a growing rumor for the Saints at pick No. 9 is Colorado football’s Shedeur Sanders, son of NFL legend and […]

After finishing out the 2024 NFL season on the bench instead of the field for the New Orleans Saints, Derek Carr’s 2025 NFL season has been cast into doubt because of a shoulder injury that could require surgery. Taking to social media to announce the shocking announcement, NFL.com’s Ian Rapoport broke down the situation, noting […]

The New Orleans Saints are in an interesting position heading into the 2025 NFL Draft, as they hold the No. 9 pick and have needs in many areas on the roster, including the quarterback position. ESPN reports that the possibilities with the No. 9 pick include defensive line, offensive line, wide receiver and quarterback. There […]

The New Orleans Saints suffered through a disappointing 2024 season, finishing 5-12 and missing the playoffs for the fourth straight year. While injuries contributed to the team’s struggles last season, veteran defensive end Cameron Jordan has high hopes for 2025. “Let’s be real. The Bucs have won the division the last three or four years. […]

One of the top conversations surrounding the New Orleans Saints this offseason has been what they are going to do at quarterback. Would the Saints stick with Derek Carr? Or would they take a quarterback such as Jaxson Dart or Shedeur Sanders in the NFL Draft? Veteran Saints defensive lineman Cam Jordan does not see […]

It is unclear when or by whom Shedeur Sanders will be drafted, but if Mel Kiper Jr.’s latest mock draft is any indication, he may remain in the black and gold he often donned at Colorado. Sanders is projected by many to be the second quarterback taken in the upcoming NFL Draft, behind Miami’s Cam […]

The New Orleans Saints have the No. 9 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. Even with their pick being out of the Top 5, NFL insider Albert Breer sees Shedeur Sanders landing on Bourbon Street. “The most interesting pocket of picks for Sanders, I think, would be from Nos. 6 through 9, where you have […]

The New Orleans Saints have not been a winning organization since Drew Brees retired in 2021. Brees was one of the best quarterbacks in NFL history, putting up some insane statistics in Sean Payton’s offense. Brees finally got the opportunity to honor one of his former Saints teammates after their retirement from the NFL. Former […]