Saints' Day 3 Draft: Building Depth, Filling Holes

0:00It's April 25th. This is NFL News Today, driven by AI following the league in real time. The New Orleans Saints are deep into day 3 of the 2026 NFL Draft, wrapping up rounds 4 through 7 today. They've already snagged Arizona Statewide receiver Jordan Tyson in the first round, defensive tackle Kristen Miller in the second, and tied in. Oscar Delp in the third. Those moves plug big holes that receiver and along the D-line, even if Delp's more about upside than a media need. Coming into today, barring any trades, they've got two picks in the fourth round at 132 and 136 overall, two. More in the fifth at 150 and 172, plus one in the sixth at 190. With early needs at edge rusher and cornerback still open, the focus shifts to grabbing value and building depth. Fans and analysts are buzzing about the secondary, especially after losing a long-time tailor in free agency. They've got young guns like Kool-Aid McKinsey and Quincy Riley, but adding another corner

1:03feels urgent. Meanwhile, they're banking on resigning vet Cameron Jordan at edge, which explains skipping rushers early. Top targets on defense include corners like Kante Scott from Miami or Jermad McCoy from Tennessee who failed due to injury but could be steals. Edge guys such as LT Overton from Alabama, top that list, alongside run-stuffing tackles and linebackers to replace Demario Davis. Safety's might sneak in for versatility too. This date three hall could solidify a defense that improved last year, layering in physicality and speed without forcing bad fits. Keep an eye on how they stack the trenches and back in before the draft dust settles.