Who will it be at No. 24

papz · 04-24-2011, 08:41 AM

Mike Detillier Sports Correspondent

With less than a week from the 2011 NFL Draft, speculation is running wild on who will become the first-round selection for the New Orleans Saints.

When the 2010 season ended it was obvious the Saints needed help at defensive end or defensive tackle to improve their pass rush. An explosive and powerful outside linebacker and a running back that could be a major factor in the offensive backfield.

Because of the ongoing NFL labor issues, those areas are still top list of needs for the Saints.

I firmly believe in trusting your draft board and you must always try to select a quality starting football player that fits your scheme best.

In the past the Saints have used veteran free agents to fill in key positions and then have some wiggle room in the draft to take a player ranked high on their board. Those cards are off the table and it will be interesting to watch how much, if any, the Saints philosophy about the draft will change because of no free agency.

One thing has been evident in drafts under Saints coach Sean Payton. Payton has been able to relay to his scouts and coaches the type players he covets. The Saints have stayed away from players with character issues and focused on players with talent that fits their schemes and does well in the locker room.

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papz Problem? Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: New Orleans Posts: 11,768	Who will it be at No. 24 Mike Detillier Sports Correspondent With less than a week from the 2011 NFL Draft, speculation is running wild on who will become the first-round selection for the New Orleans Saints. When the 2010 season ended it was obvious the Saints needed help at defensive end or defensive tackle to improve their pass rush. An explosive and powerful outside linebacker and a running back that could be a major factor in the offensive backfield. Because of the ongoing NFL labor issues, those areas are still top list of needs for the Saints. I firmly believe in trusting your draft board and you must always try to select a quality starting football player that fits your scheme best. In the past the Saints have used veteran free agents to fill in key positions and then have some wiggle room in the draft to take a player ranked high on their board. Those cards are off the table and it will be interesting to watch how much, if any, the Saints philosophy about the draft will change because of no free agency. One thing has been evident in drafts under Saints coach Sean Payton. Payton has been able to relay to his scouts and coaches the type players he covets. The Saints have stayed away from players with character issues and focused on players with talent that fits their schemes and does well in the locker room. Full article below. Who will it be at No. 24 \| HoumaToday.com
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