Saints Draft Jeremiah Wright for Right Guard

0:00It's April 25th, welcome to NFL News Today, powered by AI and ready for kickoff. The New Orleans Saints just plugged the big hole at Wright Guard in the 2026 NFL draft, snagging Auburn's Jeremiah Wright with their first. Pick in the fourth round. Coming in, that spot was a top priority since Cesar Ruiz has been shaky with inconsistencies and nagging injuries, leaving the line vulnerable heading. Into next season, Saints Brass made it clear Ruiz has to step up, but they weren't waiting around. They grab Wright as a smart long-term fix to groom behind him. He's raw when it comes to elite offensive line battles, but his raw power stands out, perfectly matching Dennis Allen's scheme that demands that kind, of muscle up front. Fans and analysts are buzzing about Wright's run-blocking chops, which popped last season and could transform the ground game. Picture Travis Etienne slicing do-holes. Dude would feast if Wright locks down that starting gig. He's got work to do in past protection, where he struggled before, but the Saints see

1:02huge upside in his development. This draft move shores up the interior for years, keeping New Orleans competitive as they build around their core.