Full Edisode: Saints Mock Draft: What happens if New Orleans doubles up on D-Line?

NewOrleans.Football: Saints Podcast57mApril 8, 2026

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In this episode of New Orleans.Football, the hosts dive into a simulated mock draft for the New Orleans Saints, exploring strategic decisions around the team's biggest needs: the defensive line and wide receiver depth. They debate whether to prioritize a high-upside defensive end like Reuben Bain over a safer receiver like Carnell Tate, with both hosts expressing strong preference for Bain due to the Saints' lack of interior pass rushers. The discussion highlights the value of drafting for long-term positional needs, especially on defense, while questioning the NFL's inflated receiver salaries and the oversaturation of talent at the position. The mock draft itself reveals the risks of waiting too long for a receiver, as top options fall out of reach, forcing the team to settle on offensive linemen and running backs in later rounds. The hosts reflect on the importance of realistic draft planning, emphasizing that teams must not rely on ideal scenarios. They also revisit the legacy of Reggie Bush, the last running back drafted in the top 10 to win a Super Bowl with his original team, using it as a case study in player valuation and team-building strategy.

Key Takeaways
1

The Saints should prioritize drafting a high-upside defensive end like Reuben Bain at pick 8 to address their critical lack of interior pass rushers.

2

While wide receiver depth is strong, waiting until round three to select one risks missing top-tier talent, making early investment in a receiver more strategic.

3

The NFL's receiver market is overvalued; teams can find elite production at lower cost through the draft rather than overpaying in free agency.

4

Mock drafts are essential tools for evaluating realistic draft scenarios and avoiding overreliance on ideal board projections.

5

Reggie Bush’s career illustrates how player value evolves with the game—his skills were ahead of his time, and he would have thrived in today’s modern offense.

Chapters
0:00
2 min

Event Announcement: Loft 18 Mock Draft Night

The hosts kick off the episode by promoting an upcoming live mock draft event at Loft 18 in Metairie on April 21st, highlighting drink specials, community engagement, and the chance to watch the draft together with fellow fans.

1:40
3 min

Receiver Debate: Carnell Tate vs. Jordan Tyson vs. Makai Lemon

I think if you want the guy that kind of is just incredibly polished and does everything, I think that's Tate.

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5:00
5 min

The Saints’ Need for a Pass-Catching Tight End

If he's a 6'4 big bodied receiver on the outside, yeah, I think that creates a little something for you.

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10:00
10 min

Mock Draft Simulation: The Defense First Strategy

I feel like that would just be something... I might have taken Downs over Bain. But I like both. I just end up going to Bain because there's just like they just have to have it.

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20:00
10 min

The Consequences of Waiting for a Receiver

This was a cautionary tale. Take the receiver in round one or two. Yeah, you got to do it. You got to do it at that point.

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High-Impact Quotes
If Reggie was a guy now he would have been maybe the best player in the league. I think the idea of him was, was right.
Host56:04
Viral: 90.0
I feel like that would just be something... I might have taken Downs over Bain. But I like both. I just end up going to Bain because there's just like they just have to have it.
Host49:10
Viral: 85.0
This was a cautionary tale. Take the receiver in round one or two. Yeah, you got to do it. You got to do it at that point.
Host38:52
Viral: 82.0
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Topics Discussed
mock draft strategy95%defensive line needs90%wide receiver value88%tight end versatility82%running back draft history80%player valuation in the nfl78%draft board realism75%special teams depth65%
People & Brands

carnell tate

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15xPositive

reuben bain

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12xPositive

makai lemon

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10xPositive

jordan tyson

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8xNeutral

reggie bush

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7xPositive

eli stowers

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6xPositive

loft 18

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5xPositive

pjs coffee

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4xPositive

bobby ebert's cajun can-am restaurant

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3xPositive

shawn bear insurance

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