Turning Attention to the Draft

BakoSaint · 04-17-2025, 02:16 PM

Originally Posted by AsylumGuido

Speaking of the draft, today I heard a pretty amazing bit of draft history. This year's first round, as it sits right now, is the first time since 1967 that every team in the league holds its own first round pick.

Interesting, I saw that somewhere too. Its a copycat league and I think the recent bust trades to move up for Trey Lance and Bryce Young among others discouraged other teams from trading up so much lately, making this possible. Ultimately I think most mega-deals have been busts (sometimes moving up a few spots at lesser compensation has worked out better) but these two trades going so bad so quickly at such a large scale of compensation really hit the nail in the coffin. At the same time trades of 1st round picks for elite veteran QBs have not gone so well lately either, with Russell Wilson and Aaron Rodgers being complete busts, and the Matthew Stafford being a bit murky since LA got the ring but then Goff became the better QB year 2 on. Trading 1st round picks may remain a cautionary tale until some team makes it work, more likely trading for a veteran given the challenges of a rookie handling the pressure of those expectations.

SmashMouth · 04-17-2025, 01:52 PM

Originally Posted by leilung

I'm still anxious to get a top OL, preferably a LT so that we can get our stud, Fuaga back to his natural position on the RT! I really do believe that the quest for the next QB can wait, but without a line to give him thime, he's not going to be doing much except running for his life on most plays...

That being said: Sanders has had some of the most horrible lines in College Football since he's been playing. He could probably come in and do well right away with what we have.

Easily forgotten is the speed difference in the NFL vs college. That's means he'll be a turnstile interception machine, in all likelihood.

K Major · 04-17-2025, 02:08 PM

Originally Posted by SmashMouth

Easily forgotten is the speed difference in the NFL vs college. That's means he'll be a turnstile interception machine, in all likelihood.

Didn’t the scouts say that about Phills Simms & Favre coming out of college?

AsylumGuido · 04-17-2025, 03:35 PM

Originally Posted by K Major

Didn’t the scouts say that about Phills Simms & Favre coming out of college?

Yup. And let's not forget Peyton Manning who threw two more picks (28) than TD's (26) as a rookie.

K Major · 04-18-2025, 01:17 PM

Outside of quarterback, who should the Saints take at pick 9? - YouTube

K Major · 04-19-2025, 12:57 PM

Jalen Milroe - QB
Alabama

Overview
Milroe is an explosive athlete who is very capable outside the pocket, but he lacks accuracy, touch and decision-making when he’s inside the pocket. A lack of anticipation and timing leads to interceptions and contested throws to intermediate areas of the field.

Strengths
- Unflinching when he delivers throws in the face of imminent contact.
- Has NFL arm strength, delivering drive throws with velocity.
- Ball comes out in a split second if he needs it to.
- Accuracy improves when he minds his weight transfer.
- 2023 tape shows a more consistent deep-ball passer.

Weaknesses
- Threw five touchdowns and 10 interceptions in 2024 SEC play.
- Hurried and lacking rhythm when working from the pocket.
- Processing and decision-making are troubling at times.

NFL comparison - Kordell Stewart & Taysom Hill

Late round 2, round 3 grades

voodooido · 04-19-2025, 02:20 PM

I’m hoping we pass on a qb unless dart falls to round 2

K Major · 04-20-2025, 10:16 AM

Armand Membou - OT
Missou

At pick nine, the Saints take Armand Membou, who could be both a guard and a tackle at the NFL level. This is a sound selection for the Saints, and Membou could be an instant hit at the NFL. With how weak the NFC South is, I guess New Orleans could realistically compete for the division crown in the 2025 NFL Season. -Lou Scataglia

Strengths
- Impeccable body control and poise in his pass sets.
- Keeps weight inside on kick-slides with easy redirect versus counters.
- Protects with independent hands and a fluid mirror.
- Twitchy hands cinch up rushers who get too close.
- Athletic and agile to stay connected to rushers around the arc.
- Sifts through moving bodies with good clarity to find his man.

Round 1 grades

voodooido · 04-20-2025, 11:36 AM

Originally Posted by K Major

Armand Membou - OT
Missou

At pick nine, the Saints take Armand Membou, who could be both a guard and a tackle at the NFL level. This is a sound selection for the Saints, and Membou could be an instant hit at the NFL. With how weak the NFC South is, I guess New Orleans could realistically compete for the division crown in the 2025 NFL Season. -Lou Scataglia

Strengths
- Impeccable body control and poise in his pass sets.
- Keeps weight inside on kick-slides with easy redirect versus counters.
- Protects with independent hands and a fluid mirror.
- Twitchy hands cinch up rushers who get too close.
- Athletic and agile to stay connected to rushers around the arc.
- Sifts through moving bodies with good clarity to find his man.

Round 1 grades

This is a safe pick I would be okay with. I’d rather trade back a little but this is okay. No qb or wr is worth a top 10 pick. DT is very deep. This is a good pick

AsylumGuido · 04-21-2025, 07:35 AM

04-17-2025, 02:16 PM	#1
BakoSaint 1000 Posts + Join Date: Dec 2018 Posts: 2,433	Re: Turning Attention to the Draft Originally Posted by AsylumGuido Speaking of the draft, today I heard a pretty amazing bit of draft history. This year's first round, as it sits right now, is the first time since 1967 that every team in the league holds its own first round pick. Interesting, I saw that somewhere too. Its a copycat league and I think the recent bust trades to move up for Trey Lance and Bryce Young among others discouraged other teams from trading up so much lately, making this possible. Ultimately I think most mega-deals have been busts (sometimes moving up a few spots at lesser compensation has worked out better) but these two trades going so bad so quickly at such a large scale of compensation really hit the nail in the coffin. At the same time trades of 1st round picks for elite veteran QBs have not gone so well lately either, with Russell Wilson and Aaron Rodgers being complete busts, and the Matthew Stafford being a bit murky since LA got the ring but then Goff became the better QB year 2 on. Trading 1st round picks may remain a cautionary tale until some team makes it work, more likely trading for a veteran given the challenges of a rookie handling the pressure of those expectations.
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04-17-2025, 01:52 PM	#2
SmashMouth I donated, did you? Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Mandeville, LA Posts: 39,063 Blog Entries: 29	Re: Turning Attention to the Draft Originally Posted by leilung I'm still anxious to get a top OL, preferably a LT so that we can get our stud, Fuaga back to his natural position on the RT! I really do believe that the quest for the next QB can wait, but without a line to give him thime, he's not going to be doing much except running for his life on most plays... That being said: Sanders has had some of the most horrible lines in College Football since he's been playing. He could probably come in and do well right away with what we have. Easily forgotten is the speed difference in the NFL vs college. That's means he'll be a turnstile interception machine, in all likelihood.

04-17-2025, 02:08 PM	#3
K Major Site Donor 2019 Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Bedford, TX Posts: 24,853 Blog Entries: 3	Re: Turning Attention to the Draft Originally Posted by SmashMouth Easily forgotten is the speed difference in the NFL vs college. That's means he'll be a turnstile interception machine, in all likelihood. Didn’t the scouts say that about Phills Simms & Favre coming out of college?

04-17-2025, 03:35 PM	#4
AsylumGuido 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Bossier City, LA Posts: 26,803	Re: Turning Attention to the Draft Originally Posted by K Major Didn’t the scouts say that about Phills Simms & Favre coming out of college? Yup. And let's not forget Peyton Manning who threw two more picks (28) than TD's (26) as a rookie.

04-19-2025, 12:57 PM	#6
K Major Site Donor 2019 Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Bedford, TX Posts: 24,853 Blog Entries: 3	Re: Turning Attention to the Draft Jalen Milroe - QB Alabama Overview Milroe is an explosive athlete who is very capable outside the pocket, but he lacks accuracy, touch and decision-making when he’s inside the pocket. A lack of anticipation and timing leads to interceptions and contested throws to intermediate areas of the field. Strengths - Unflinching when he delivers throws in the face of imminent contact. - Has NFL arm strength, delivering drive throws with velocity. - Ball comes out in a split second if he needs it to. - Accuracy improves when he minds his weight transfer. - 2023 tape shows a more consistent deep-ball passer. Weaknesses - Threw five touchdowns and 10 interceptions in 2024 SEC play. - Hurried and lacking rhythm when working from the pocket. - Processing and decision-making are troubling at times. NFL comparison - Kordell Stewart & Taysom Hill Late round 2, round 3 grades

04-19-2025, 02:20 PM	#7
voodooido 1000 Posts + Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 2,850	Re: Turning Attention to the Draft I’m hoping we pass on a qb unless dart falls to round 2
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04-20-2025, 10:16 AM	#8
K Major Site Donor 2019 Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Bedford, TX Posts: 24,853 Blog Entries: 3	Re: Turning Attention to the Draft Armand Membou - OT Missou At pick nine, the Saints take Armand Membou, who could be both a guard and a tackle at the NFL level. This is a sound selection for the Saints, and Membou could be an instant hit at the NFL. With how weak the NFC South is, I guess New Orleans could realistically compete for the division crown in the 2025 NFL Season. -Lou Scataglia Strengths - Impeccable body control and poise in his pass sets. - Keeps weight inside on kick-slides with easy redirect versus counters. - Protects with independent hands and a fluid mirror. - Twitchy hands cinch up rushers who get too close. - Athletic and agile to stay connected to rushers around the arc. - Sifts through moving bodies with good clarity to find his man. Round 1 grades

04-20-2025, 11:36 AM	#9
voodooido 1000 Posts + Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 2,850	Re: Turning Attention to the Draft Originally Posted by K Major Armand Membou - OT Missou At pick nine, the Saints take Armand Membou, who could be both a guard and a tackle at the NFL level. This is a sound selection for the Saints, and Membou could be an instant hit at the NFL. With how weak the NFC South is, I guess New Orleans could realistically compete for the division crown in the 2025 NFL Season. -Lou Scataglia Strengths - Impeccable body control and poise in his pass sets. - Keeps weight inside on kick-slides with easy redirect versus counters. - Protects with independent hands and a fluid mirror. - Twitchy hands cinch up rushers who get too close. - Athletic and agile to stay connected to rushers around the arc. - Sifts through moving bodies with good clarity to find his man. Round 1 grades This is a safe pick I would be okay with. I’d rather trade back a little but this is okay. No qb or wr is worth a top 10 pick. DT is very deep. This is a good pick
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