5th Round - Best Player Available?
 

According to New Era Scouting, the Saints drafted two players in round 5 that should have went in round 3.

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They have DeMario Pressley as the 11th best DT. New Era Scouting

They have Carl Nicks as the 11th best OT. New Era Scouting

I don't see how either of these two player make the roster.
Looks like these two are practice squad players.
They maybe able to play in a year or two.

I must say that I'm impressed how the Saints haven't drafted any skill players and really have decided to bolster the defense. I really didn't think Peyton could control himself. My cats/hats off to him.

Re: 5th Round - Best Player Available?
 

I like the Carl Nicks pick. But I don't like the Pressley pick. We had to give up an additional pick to get Pressley, but he can't play the nose. Ahtyba Rubin can, and would've been a better pick at DT, given our team needs and situation.

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What did we give up for Pressley?

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Just a 7th rounder. I like both picks. Nicks adds depth to the offensive line and could be coached into a solid starter. Pressley injects some youth and athleticism into an aging and not very active defensive tackle group. I personally think he will be a solid sub for Ellis when he needs a blow.

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I believe that too. But we've already go that player in Bryan Young.

Re: 5th Round - Best Player Available?
 

bryan young was a disappointment last year and he will likely not be around after this upcoming season..

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Pressley is a good pick in so far as in a 4-3 you don't need a Nose Tackle except for Goal Line D and even then you've got Ellis; remember short, stout DT are suppose to get under and push big OL and occupy single gaps, 3-4 is where you need those big guys...