Ep 236 - Suprise Draft Pick at 8? + Bresee 5th Year Option
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In this deep dive episode of the Saints Block Party Podcast, hosts Adam and Ryan (Wolf) discuss the New Orleans Saints' upcoming 2026 NFL Draft strategy, focusing on the surprising decision to pick up Brian Brisee's fifth-year option despite his inconsistent performance and injury history. They analyze the team's potential surprise picks at the No. 8 overall selection, highlighting Oregon tight end Kenyon Sadiq for his unique versatility, Tennessee cornerback Dramod McCoy for his elite athleticism and ceiling despite zone coverage struggles, and Polynesian offensive lineman Francis Moanoa as a dark horse pick. The hosts debate positional needs, team culture, and the risk of drafting high on players with injury concerns or limited production. They also touch on broader themes like the Saints’ ongoing quest for 'juice' on offense, the impact of political and social commentary on their podcast, and the possibility of trades or draft-day moves. The episode concludes with a look ahead to upcoming content, including a live interview with Tony Pauline and the release of their draft prospect matching tool.
The Saints' decision to pick up Brian Brisee's fifth-year option reflects a 'sunk cost' mentality despite his borderline starter status and injury issues.
Kenyon Sadiq is a potential surprise pick at No. 8 due to his positional versatility and fit with Kellen Moore’s offensive scheme, even if he lacks elite athleticism.
Dramod McCoy is a high-ceiling cornerback with elite man-to-man skills and mirroring ability, but concerns remain about his zone coverage and run defense.
The Saints may trade down only for a premium pick like a 2027 first-rounder, as they’re in a strong position to land a blue-chip prospect at No. 8.
Caleb Downs is considered the top prospect in the draft by the hosts, but positional value may push the Saints toward a cornerback over a safety.
Opening: Draft Countdown & Political Reflection
“This is what the world is right now. And I just want to be true to ourselves and not be silent when all this shit going on because this fucking affects everybody. Literally everybody.”
Brian Brisee's Fifth-Year Option: A Sunk Cost Decision?
The hosts analyze the Saints' surprising move to pick up Brian Brisee’s fifth-year option, questioning the logic given his inconsistent play and the team’s improved run defense without him. They debate whether this is a strategic investment or a case of sunk cost fallacy.
Surprise Pick #1: Kenyon Sadiq – The 'Joker' Tight End
“If he is the pick at eight, I at least get the vision of it, even though player-wise, I don't love him as a player.”
Surprise Pick #2: Dramod McCoy – The Athletic Cornerback
“I would be shocked if there is a better corner in the draft that has the mirroring, the mirroring matching capabilities that he has.”
Surprise Pick #3: Francis Moanoa – The O-Line Gambit?
The hosts explore the possibility of drafting Polynesian offensive lineman Francis Moanoa at No. 8, acknowledging his talent but expressing skepticism about the Saints drafting another O-lineman in the first round after years of similar picks.
“Caleb Downs is one of our favorite prospects in the entire draft. Like I'd still just remember watching his tape and just making noises about a safety, making plays like that just doesn't happen, bro.”
“This is what the world is right now. And I just want to be true to ourselves and not be silent when all this shit going on because this fucking affects everybody. Literally everybody.”
“I would be shocked if there is a better corner in the draft that has the mirroring, the mirroring matching capabilities that he has.”
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New Orleans Saints
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Saints Block Party Podcast
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Brian Brisee
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Dramod McCoy
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Kenyon Sadiq
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Caleb Downs
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Kellen Moore
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Oregon Ducks
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Francis Moanoa
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Tony Pauline
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