When the Saints Go "DT" Who Will It Be?

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A defensive scheme change and the possibility of losing six-year starting defensive tackle Sedrick Ellis to free agency make it a high probability the New Orleans Saints will be searching throughout this offseason for at least one new defensive tackle.

Luckily for the Saints, the defensive tackle position is "flat-out loaded," according to ESPN draft analyst Mel Kiper, Jr. Former NFL scout and NFL Network analyst Daniel Jeremiah didn't disagree with Kiper's sentiments, saying there's a ton of talent at that spot, as well.

Kiper said a team like the Saints could find quality defensive linemen in this year's draft anywhere from Rounds 1-4 with players who can play the nose, three technique or five technique.

New Orleans Saints can find defensive tackle help in April's NFL draft, experts say | NOLA.com

FinSaint · 02-14-2013, 04:02 PM

I think a lot will depend on how these guys (DTs) perform in the combine, because those results will go a long way in to determining who'll be available for the Saints at a given time regardless of where they are on the Saints' board.

Danno · 02-14-2013, 04:12 PM

A lot will also depend on free agency. If we sign two competent 3-4 NT's I could see us not drafting one at all.

triman · 02-14-2013, 05:26 PM

DL are what this draft is full of load up. Its like a tomcat make enough calls and you get kittens!!!

Danno · 02-14-2013, 05:29 PM

Originally Posted by triman

DL are what this draft is full of load up. Its like a tomcat make enough calls and you get kittens!!!

True, and we likely will draft one, but we could also use a stud OT, CB (or two), OLB (or two), FS, SS, DE and even WR.

saintfan · 02-14-2013, 05:33 PM

Originally Posted by Danno

True, and we likely will draft one, but we could also use a stud OT, CB (or two), OLB (or two), FS, SS, DE and even WR.

I'd almost rather see us wait until round 3 for a DT/DE and go OL with our first pick otherwise BPA with pick #1...

lumm0x · 02-14-2013, 05:40 PM

I think depending on the RFA offer he receives we might spend a draft pick to take a flier on Steelers Steve Mclendon. If his tender is low enough he might be worth grabbing as he knows the 3-4 NT position and shows some promise.

saintsfan403 · 02-14-2013, 05:51 PM

I want to see us draft mingo as an OLB or rush end...based on us already having hicks and bunkley

Seer1 · 02-14-2013, 05:53 PM

We trade our one for a high two and a three, pick up Brandon Williams in the second and sign a very good LB out of FA.

ChrisXVI · 02-14-2013, 06:00 PM

Originally Posted by Seer1

We trade our one for a high two and a three, pick up Brandon Williams in the second and sign a very good LB out of FA.

You beat me to the Brandon Williams idea! I was going to say use our 1st round pick on the 3-4 outside linebacker and hope that Brandon Williams is there for our 3rd round pick. I think we could still keep our 1st round pick and trade up in the 3rd round if he's still available after the 2nd round for just a later pick or two. Might be worth it.

02-14-2013, 04:02 PM	#2
FinSaint Site Donor 2015 Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Finland... formerly Southern Virginia Posts: 4,961	Re: When the Saints Go "DT" Who Will It Be? I think a lot will depend on how these guys (DTs) perform in the combine, because those results will go a long way in to determining who'll be available for the Saints at a given time regardless of where they are on the Saints' board.

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Danno Truth Addict Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Spanish Fort, AL (via NO and B/R) Posts: 24,713	Re: When the Saints Go "DT" Who Will It Be? A lot will also depend on free agency. If we sign two competent 3-4 NT's I could see us not drafting one at all.

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triman 500th Post Join Date: Mar 2003 Posts: 783	Re: When the Saints Go "DT" Who Will It Be? DL are what this draft is full of load up. Its like a tomcat make enough calls and you get kittens!!!
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02-14-2013, 05:29 PM	#5
Danno Truth Addict Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Spanish Fort, AL (via NO and B/R) Posts: 24,713	Re: When the Saints Go "DT" Who Will It Be? Originally Posted by triman DL are what this draft is full of load up. Its like a tomcat make enough calls and you get kittens!!! True, and we likely will draft one, but we could also use a stud OT, CB (or two), OLB (or two), FS, SS, DE and even WR.

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saintfan Donated Plasma Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: San Francisco, CA Posts: 18,556 Blog Entries: 5	Re: When the Saints Go "DT" Who Will It Be? Originally Posted by Danno True, and we likely will draft one, but we could also use a stud OT, CB (or two), OLB (or two), FS, SS, DE and even WR. I'd almost rather see us wait until round 3 for a DT/DE and go OL with our first pick otherwise BPA with pick #1...

02-14-2013, 02:55 PM	#1
Threaded by saintfan Donated Plasma Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: San Francisco, CA Posts: 18,556 Blog Entries: 5 Rating: (0 votes - average) A defensive scheme change and the possibility of losing six-year starting defensive tackle Sedrick Ellis to free agency make it a high probability the New Orleans Saints will be searching throughout this offseason for at least one new defensive tackle. Luckily for the Saints, the defensive tackle position is "flat-out loaded," according to ESPN draft analyst Mel Kiper, Jr. Former NFL scout and NFL Network analyst Daniel Jeremiah didn't disagree with Kiper's sentiments, saying there's a ton of talent at that spot, as well. Kiper said a team like the Saints could find quality defensive linemen in this year's draft anywhere from Rounds 1-4 with players who can play the nose, three technique or five technique. New Orleans Saints can find defensive tackle help in April's NFL draft, experts say \| NOLA.com Attached Thumbnails
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lumm0x Resident antediluvian Join Date: Jul 2002 Posts: 2,026	Re: When the Saints Go "DT" Who Will It Be? I think depending on the RFA offer he receives we might spend a draft pick to take a flier on Steelers Steve Mclendon. If his tender is low enough he might be worth grabbing as he knows the 3-4 NT position and shows some promise.

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Seer1 Site Donor Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Bayou Bayfield CO Posts: 4,722	Re: When the Saints Go "DT" Who Will It Be? We trade our one for a high two and a three, pick up Brandon Williams in the second and sign a very good LB out of FA.

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ChrisXVI 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Madison, WI Posts: 11,482	Re: When the Saints Go "DT" Who Will It Be? Originally Posted by Seer1 We trade our one for a high two and a three, pick up Brandon Williams in the second and sign a very good LB out of FA. You beat me to the Brandon Williams idea! I was going to say use our 1st round pick on the 3-4 outside linebacker and hope that Brandon Williams is there for our 3rd round pick. I think we could still keep our 1st round pick and trade up in the 3rd round if he's still available after the 2nd round for just a later pick or two. Might be worth it.

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