Saints Double Down on Offense, Eyeing Stowers

0:00On April 24th, the New Orleans Saints hold the 42nd pick in the NFL draft on day 2, and most experts figure they'll grab a cornerback, or edge rusher to beef up the defense. But after snagging why receiver Jordan Tyson at number 8 last night, the team's clearly doubling down on offense first. General manager Mickey Lumis has a track record of zigging when everyone expects a zag, and that unpredictability keeps fans guessing. As it pays off big, other times, not so much. But right now, offense undercoach Kellen Moore is the top priority. Saints brass might even stay offensive with their next election, shocking the pundits who are locked on defense. That focused stems from Thursday's move, signaling they want playmakers to light up the field early. One name floating as a smart fit is Vanderbilt tied in Eli Stowers, a 6 foot 4, 215 pound receiver who could slide right in. Opposite, Juwan Johnson. For two seasons with the Commodores, he hauled in 111 catches for 1,407 yards and 9 scores

1:03from. Quarterback Diego Pavia. He's not the draft's top blocker and mirrors Johnson in style, but if the Saints crave another weapon without doubling up that receiver, Stowers could. Step up as a day 1 contributor and keep the momentum rolling. That's the story for today in NFL News Today, driven by AI. I'm Cory with the story.