Mock draft No. 2: Is Caleb Downs an obvious choice for Saints?

The Saints Insiders gather one last time before the NFL draft starts Thursday. What will the New Orleans Saints do at No. 8? Who are our favorite prospects who could be available then? And did general manager Mickey Loomis leave any bread crumbs during his Wednesday press conference? We'll answer those questions and more. Happy NFL draft eve! #saints #neworleanssaints #whodat #whodatnation #nfl #nfldraft #nfldraft2026 #mockdraft

In our latest NFL mock draft, we turn to Times-Picayune columnist Jeff Duncan to project what the New Orleans Saints will do next week. The answer? Examine a prospect who might be the top wide receiver in the draft but also is a big injury risk in Arizona State's Jordyn Tyson. Would Jeff take Tyson over a safer choice like Rueben Bain or LSU's Mansoor Delane? Would you? Our panel takes aim at Jeff's mock, both in the first round and with a look at all of the Saints' selections in later rounds. Duncan's mock draft: https://www.nola.com/sports/saints/saints-land-playmaker-in-jeff-duncan-2026-saints-mock-draft/article_0fb504fe-6e84-4db7-a3e8-366ff4a5eda5.html #saints #neworleanssaints #whodat #whodatnation #nfl #nfldraft #nfldraft2026 #mockdraft

The Saints Insiders are back with another mock draft, this one put together by Times-Picayune beat writer Luke Johnson with the help of a simulator. If the first seven picks fell this way, with Ohio State defensive back Caleb Downs available, would the New Orleans Saints run to the podium at next week's NFL Draft? We'll take a look at all of the options, and then explore some possibilities for the Saints in Rounds 2 and 3. #saints #neworleanssaints #whodat #whodatnation #nfldraft #nfldraft2026 #mockdraft #nfl #nfloffseason #calebdowns

When the New Orleans Saints appear on the clock on NFL Draft night, what are the names they'll be considering? Our Saints Insiders take a gander, picking eight prospects they'd consider — or think New Orleans will consider — with their first-round pick. Find out which names all of us like, where we disagree and what it all means on this episode (which includes some AJ Brown trade talk at the end, too!). #saints #neworleanssaints #whodat #whodatnation #nfl #nfldraft #nfldraft2026 #mockdraft #nflprospects

The NFL Draft is just over two weeks away, and the Saints Insiders got together for their first mock draft, this one done by Times-Picayune beat writer Matthew Paras. He'll tell us how he sees the first round of the draft going, and then we'll all give our predictions for what the Saints would do at No. 8 in that scenario. Do you like our pick? What would you do if the first seven picks unfold this way? Link to Matt's full first-round mock draft: https://www.nola.com/sports/saints/saints-mock-draft-rueben-bain-nfl-draft/article_5a5a0650-1e7a-4f49-929f-e6fc022a58cf.html  #saints #neworleanssaints #whodat #whodatnation #nfl #nfldraft #nfldraft2026 #nfloffseason #mockdraft

The Saints Insiders are back, reacting to the NFL owners meetings and news about New Orleans. We comment on: • Alvin Kamara's future and the running back room  • Is Cam Jordan still an option?  • Chris Olave contract extension talk  • Derek Carr's market  • The cornerback situation  #saints #neworleanssaints #whodat #whodatnation #nfl #nflownersmeetings #nfloffseason #nflfreeagency #nfldraft

The NFL Draft starts in less than a month, and the New Orleans Saints are sitting pretty at No. 8 — or at least we think they are. Our Saints Insiders go through the scenarios for the Saints' first-round pick, whether it be a defensive player, a wide receiver or fast-rising running back Jeremiyah Love. Who might fall? Who's the best fit? And what could change between now and April 23? We also share some thoughts on the Saints' signing of reserve quarterback Zach Wilson. #saints #neworleanssaints #whodat #whodatnation #nfl #nfldraft #nfloffseason #mockdraft

The first wave of NFL free agency is over, and while the New Orleans Saints have filled several of their needs, a few still remain: Edge rusher, slot cornerback and wide receiver. Related to that conversation is the fate of Cam Jordan, who is still unsigned, and of course next month's NFL draft. Our Saints Insiders break down the current situation, starting with Cam's decision and the needs the Saints have and how they'll address them. We also have some inside info on how the team views this year's draft talent. #saints #neworleanssaints #whodat #whodatnation #nfl #nflfreeagency #nfloffseason #nfldraft

Travis Etienne (apparently it's pronounced AY-chan? Who knew?) was introduced as a member of the New Orleans Saints on Friday, and the press conference was a smash hit: He talked about his love for New Orleans and the Saints and how he fits with the team. Our Saints Insiders react to that and how it fits in the larger picture: The Saints are replacing Demario Davis with Kaden Elliss and at least partially replacing Alvin Kamara with Etienne. This is officially a new era of Saints football. So what's next? #saints #neworleanssaints #whodat #whodatnation #nfl #nflfreeagency #nfloffseason #nfcsouth #nfldraft #travisetienne

(NOTE: This episode aired live on YouTube on Monday afternoon, before the Saints had added additional free agents such as Noah Fant and Kaden Elliss. Another episode will air later this week. In the meantime, subscribe to the Saints Insider on YouTube to see live shows as they happen.) The New Orleans Saints made several moves as the NFL free agency negotiation period opened Monday, including signing running back Travis Etienne and guard David Edwards.  On the flip side, veteran linebacker Demario Davis has signed with the Jets, leaving the Saints with a hole both on the football field and in the leadership department. Our Saints Insiders react live, discuss the signings, Davis' departure and what holes are left as the Saints make their first big moves of the offseason. #saints #neworleanssaints #whodat #whodatnation #nfl #nfloffseason #nflfreeagency