Saints Eye Kicker Drew Stevens in Draft

0:00On March 28th, the New Orleans Saints head into off-season workouts with just one kicker on the roster, Charlie Smith. Last season, the guy played only six games, hitting 12 of 16 field goals, including four from 50 yards or longer. The team likes him as a potential long-term answer, but smart move would be adding competition to push him. Word is, Iowa kicker Drew Stevens had lunch with the Saints right after his pro day. He turned heads there, fresh off the NFL scouting combined in late February. Stevens balled out over four college seasons, nailing 80% of his field goals, with 12 makes from beyond 50 yards. Fans and analysts are buzzing because Stevens ranks as the third best kicker prospect for the 2026 draft per PFF grades. He's drawn interest from teams like the Falcons, Rams, Jets, and even a private workout with the Titans. His 2025 season included a 58 yard bomb and a solid 87.3 field goal grade. The Saints hold the 190th pick in the sixth round, a perfect spot to snack Stevens or another leg if they want.

1:06Otherwise, they could skip drafting one and just sign an undrafted free agent to battle Smith once the draft wraps. As New Orleans builds depth everywhere else, keeping an eye on kickers like Stevens could lock down that spot for years, setting up a stronger special. Team's unit come fall. This has been NFL News Today, powered by AI. I'm Cory with the story.