saintsfan1976

We don't need drastic moves in the draft to be in the playoffs again.

Rugby Saint II

No. We need talent on the roster. Smart drafting not semi-smart gambles is what we need.

Lenny100

Of course, the "goal" is not merely to be in the playoffs again. The goal is, if I'm not mistaken, to field one highly competitive and championship-caliber NFL team each and every season using all possible means necessary.

Personnel changes, financial prudence, and thinking outside the box with calculated risks/rewards are all parts of the equation in my estimation.

K Major

This is why I think we should stay put at 13 and 31.

We need as many young, talented, driven players as possible. With the addition of Jeff Ireland and his scout team, I'm sure we will do the right thing on Thursday night.

Lenny100

K Major:

I do see the benefits of staying put, as well, especially if certain chips fall favorably for the Saints ahead of pick #13 and pick #31.

Jeff Ireland? He did draft Dion Jordan with #3 overall and the Ellerbe contract isn't nearly as appealing as originally reported.

My jury is still out on Jeff and this draft will tell us lots about him.