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SmashMouth 04-29-2023 12:04 PM

2023 Saints UDFA Thread
 
Who you got? QB like Stetson Bennett if he goes undrafted?

AsylumGuido 04-29-2023 12:09 PM

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I was about to say we were going to need this thread. :D

Mr.Riaton 04-29-2023 12:30 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by SmashMouth (Post 973435)
Who you got? QB like Stetson Bennett if he goes undrafted?

Just got drafted to the Rams

neugey 04-29-2023 12:42 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr.Riaton (Post 973448)
Just got drafted to the Rams


Back-to-back Bulldogs drafted. Wow!

neugey 04-29-2023 06:04 PM

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UDFA targets, courtesy of the Ian Book Appreciation Society:

Positions to target - these positions were deep in the draft, thus there's bound to be some buried sleepers. Nonetheless, we are due for a fantastic UDFA story!

HB
CB
TE
"Edge"

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Personal favorites:

MIN RB Ibrahim - I got Pierre Thomas vibes. Maybe a bit more slender and shiftier. Put in a call ASAP

KSU QB Adrian Martinez - good athlete, dangerous with the ball in his hands. I'd like to see him convert to WR while on the practice squad. It's a longshot, but what the hell.

I can't remember jack about any other college football players. This is what happens when you (clears throat) have the draft 3 1/2 months after the college season is over!

lee909 04-29-2023 06:08 PM

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https://twitter.com/AaronWilson_NFL/...254574082?s=20

#Saints signing Notre Dame kicker Blake Grupe, per a league source
@KPRC2

K Major 04-29-2023 06:20 PM

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Got my eye on the TE position.

lee909 04-29-2023 06:21 PM

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Tom Pelissero
@TomPelissero

Former Central Michigan TE Joel Wilson is signing with the #Saints on a deal that includes $90,000 guaranteed, per source.


Joel Wilson, TE
Strengths: Dependable college tight end who gets the most from his ability. Plays heads-up football, displays terrific blocking vision, and works hard even if he’s not involved in the action. Bends his knees, fluidly releases into pass routes, and adjusts to the errant throw. Extends his hands to offer the QB a target and makes the reception in stride. Consistent hands catcher.

Weaknesses: Plays with average speed. Minimally effective running after the catch. Not a downfield threat. Lacks great power as a blocker and has limited upside.

Overall: Wilson produced for Central Michigan the past two years and had a nose for the end zone. He lacked next-level speed even before his season-ending ankle injury last November. He may struggle to make it out of camp next summer.

lee909 04-29-2023 06:24 PM

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JOEL WILSON
CENTRAL MICHIGAN
TE

COLLEGE
Central Michigan

HEIGHT
6’ 3’’

WEIGHT
242 lbs

Prospect Grade
5.62
Candidate For Bottom Of Roster Or Practice Squad

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2023 Combine TE Rank: 21st
Athleticism Score *est
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2023 Combine TE Rank: 21st
Total Score
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2023 Combine TE Rank: 21st

Player Bio

Analysis
By Lance Zierlein
NFL Analyst
Draft Projection
Priority free agent

Overview
Wilson doesn’t have the play strength or technique of a Y tight end and might not have the speed to threaten the seam as a pass-catching option, but it is still easy to like his game. He’s clever as a route-runner and shows an ability to create separation with decent success underneath, but he must become even more competitive on contested catches. Wilson’s run blocking needs work, but he’s willing and will have potential in that area if he can get much stronger.

Strengths
Creative route-runner with good tempo variance.
Gets in and out of breaks with subtle stutter-step.
Makes instant transition from catch to run for additional yardage.
Handled pass protection and blitz pickup.

Weaknesses
Below-average body control fitting into move blocks.
Doesn’t have the core strength to sustain base blocks.
Needs to fight harder for positioning on contested catches.
Gets delayed by pressure on release.
Average catch radius and jump-ball talent.

lee909 04-29-2023 06:24 PM

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Aaron Wilson
#Saints sign Anfernee Orji to undrafted free agent deal with $216,000 guarantee, per a league source

https://www.nfl.com/prospects/anfern...4-28d093af19ca


Aaron Wilson
@AaronWilson_NFL
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1m
#Saints signing Shaq Davis to undrafted deal that includes $216,000 guaranteed, per a league source
https://www.nfl.com/prospects/shaqua...a-eb0a543fd28f


Aaron Wilson

#Saints signing Tulane linebacker Nick Anderson for $25,000 total guaranteed, $10,000 of his salary guaranteed plus $15,000 signing bonus, per a league source

https://www.nfl.com/prospects/nick-a...f-7c331a3a5565

lee909 04-29-2023 06:36 PM

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Former Arkansas-Pine Bluff OT Mark Evans II is signing with the #Saints, per source.

https://www.nfl.com/prospects/mark-e...3-07d4c4e1ab17

lee909 04-29-2023 06:45 PM

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Katherine Terrell

I can confirm Illinois C Alex Philstrom to the Saints as an UDFA. Also played TE and LG earlier in his career. 6'6, 305 pounds.




https://nfldraftdiamonds.com/2023/02/alex-pihlstrom/

lee909 04-29-2023 06:46 PM

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Tom Pelissero

Former Texas Tech RB SaRodorick Thompson is signing with the #Saints, per source.

https://www.nfl.com/prospects/sarodo...7-14470a6e8644

neugey 04-29-2023 06:53 PM

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The Saints will have all their UDFA signed before the parking lot in Kansas City is half-empty!!!

lee909 04-29-2023 06:57 PM

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Aaron Wilson
Sy Barnett wide receiver to #Saints per a league source


https://www.nfl.com/prospects/sy-bar...7-f5119c86f576

lee909 04-29-2023 06:58 PM

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https://twitter.com/MathBomb/status/...247052289?s=20

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fu64h8IW...jpg&name=small

lee909 04-29-2023 07:00 PM

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Luke Johnson
Saints have signed Miami punter Lou Henry

lee909 04-29-2023 07:02 PM

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Aaron Wilson

Tight end Jamal Turner invited to rookie minicamps with #Chiefs and #Saints, per a league source

SmashMouth 04-29-2023 07:03 PM

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Need a TE with better physical numbers.

lee909 04-29-2023 07:03 PM

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ByLukeJohnson

Davenport WR Sy Barnett is fun!
4.38 40 yard dash, 40-inch vertical, which, cool.
53 catches, 694 yards, 4 TDs, ok, fine.
19 punts, 798 yards with a long of 87. Yeah buddy, that's the good stuff.

lee909 04-29-2023 07:14 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by SmashMouth (Post 973535)
Need a TE with better physical numbers.

Free Agents
Dan Arnold
Maxx Williams
Sal Cannella
Parker Hesse
MyCole Pruitt
Kyle Rudolph
Jesse James


Think theyll sign Foster Moreau if he recovers

lee909 04-29-2023 07:16 PM

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@RossJacksonNOLA
Add in now CB Anthony Johnson, Virginia

https://www.nfl.com/prospects/anthon...8-8cd8295cb244

lee909 04-29-2023 07:18 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by lee909 (Post 973533)
Luke Johnson
Saints have signed Miami punter Lou Henry

He is a 6'4 220lb Aussie

CheramieIII 04-29-2023 07:25 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by lee909 (Post 973537)
Free Agents
Dan Arnold
Maxx Williams
Sal Cannella
Parker Hesse
MyCole Pruitt
Kyle Rudolph
Jesse James


Think theyll sign Foster Moreau if he recovers

Totally agree we’ll sign him! Coach has it covered this year! I have a lot more faith in him after this draft! DA in the hizzy!!!

AsylumGuido 04-29-2023 07:48 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by lee909 (Post 973537)
Free Agents
Dan Arnold
Maxx Williams
Sal Cannella
Parker Hesse
MyCole Pruitt
Kyle Rudolph
Jesse James


Think they'll sign Foster Moreau when he recovers

FIFY

neugey 04-29-2023 07:54 PM

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I love this guy for his name! Maybe you guys recall if he's good; he did play in SEC after all:

https://arkansasrazorbacks.com/roster/bumper-pool/

SmashMouth 04-29-2023 08:10 PM

Re: 2023 Saints UDFA Thread
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by lee909 (Post 973537)
Free Agents
Dan Arnold
Maxx Williams
Sal Cannella
Parker Hesse
MyCole Pruitt
Kyle Rudolph
Jesse James


Think theyll sign Foster Moreau if he recovers

Quote:

Originally Posted by CheramieIII (Post 973540)
Totally agree we’ll sign him! Coach has it covered this year! I have a lot more faith in him after this draft! DA in the hizzy!!!

Almost forgot about him...guess the trade means it's a done deal.

SmashMouth 04-29-2023 09:26 PM

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iceshack149 04-29-2023 11:44 PM

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He is a 6'4 220lb Aussie

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Luke Johnson
Saints have signed Miami punter Lou Henry

The Saints have a solid punter but I like everything about this guy.

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AsylumGuido 04-30-2023 09:20 AM

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New Orleans Saints Undrafted Free Agents

Alex Pihlstrom, C, Illinois
Anfernee Orji, LB, Vanderbilt
Anthony Johnson, DB, Virginia
Blake Grupe, K, Notre Dame
Joel Wilson, TE, Central Michigan
Lou Henry, P, Miami
Mark Evans II, OT, Arkansas Pine-Bluff
Nick Anderson, LB, Tulane
SaRodorick Thompson, RB, Texas Tech
Shaquan Davis, WR, South Carolina State
Sy Barnett, WR, Davenport

AsylumGuido 04-30-2023 10:11 AM

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AsylumGuido 04-30-2023 10:13 AM

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I like the Nick Anderson, LB, Tulane signing. I had seen reports of him being draft worthy recently.

SmashMouth 04-30-2023 10:23 AM

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Both WRs are decent too... And fast.

Interesting to see how the LB fare out .

K Major 04-30-2023 10:47 AM

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WR Shaquan Davis

SC State Bulldog & MEAC’s finest. “Z” type receiver.

Big kid (6’5) too. Had a decent performance at the Shrine game.
Just add a lil bulk and let’s go get it.

Darkhorse ? I wish him well & good luck @ camp!

SmashMouth 04-30-2023 12:03 PM

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SmashMouth 04-30-2023 12:06 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by K Major (Post 973586)
WR Shaquan Davis

SC State Bulldog & MEAC’s finest. “Z” type receiver.

Big kid (6’5) too. Had a decent performance at the Shrine game.
Just add a lil bulk and let’s go get it.

Darkhorse ? I wish him well & good luck @ camp!

Did you see his vertical and catch radius? Geebus... Randy Moss like. His nickname is “Baby Megatron”.



neugey 04-30-2023 12:15 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by AsylumGuido (Post 973573)
New Orleans Saints Undrafted Free Agents

Alex Pihlstrom, C, Illinois
Anfernee Orji, LB, Vanderbilt
Anthony Johnson, DB, Virginia
Blake Grupe, K, Notre Dame
Joel Wilson, TE, Central Michigan
Lou Henry, P, Miami
Mark Evans II, OT, Arkansas Pine-Bluff
Nick Anderson, LB, Tulane
SaRodorick Thompson, RB, Texas Tech
Shaquan Davis, WR, South Carolina State
Sy Barnett, WR, Davenport


Immature comments on our UDFA:



Anfernee Orji - always was curious to try one of those. Preferably one with a lot of ladies.


Nick Anderson - Man he could nail the open jumpers and 3's and space the floor for Shaq in Orlando. Haven't heard from him in awhile.


Sy(d) Bar(n)ett - You always have to wonder how Pink Floyd would have turned out if he had not succumbed to insanity.

SmashMouth 04-30-2023 12:19 PM

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