Saints' Draft Strategy: Staying Put or Trading Up?

0:00On April 22nd, the NFL draft kicks off Thursday night, and New Orleans Saints' general manager, Mickey Lumis, says they're feeling good about their spot. At number 8, in his pre-draft press conference yesterday, he kept things close to the vest, but dropped hints they might stay put instead of trading up. Unlike the Drew Breeze days when the Saints always chased that one-star player, Lumis explained they're building around young quarterback Tyler Show. Now, the team's gone 11 wins and 23 losses over the last two seasons, but Show stepped in after a rough 1-7 start and win. 5-4, to close out last year's strong. Fans are buzzing about grabbing offensive weapons like a running back or wide receiver, but Lumis stressed they're running hundreds of mock drafts too. Map options. He only trades for a specific player worth the cost, not just to jump spots and history plus market value guide those moves. Lumis stayed guarded on vets like defensive end Cam Jordan and Taysome Hill, saying both sides have decisions to make. He confirmed they'll check with players like Show on college teammates, keep Coach Kellin more deep in the process, and prioritize best player, available over pure need.

1:10With the draft boards set to shake up tomorrow, keep eyes on whether the Saints snag a gym at 8, or play it smart for the long rebuild around. Show. And if you'll news today, powered by AI bringing you what matters on game day, I'm Cory with the story.