Saints Lose Davis, Eyeing Styles in Draft

0:00With the NFL today, March 9th, the New Orleans Saints face the tough start to free agency, losing key defensive veterans like linebacker Demario Davis. The 37-year-old signed a two-year deal worth $22 million with the New York Jets, including $15 million fully. Guaranteed, this move leaves a big gap in the Saints' middle defense after Davis hit the market alongside players like Cameron Jordan. Davis joins a Jets defense looking to get stronger. He's coming off a strong season and steps in as a veteran leader. The team also added safety. Minkaf is Patrick and Ed rusher Joseph Asai on the same day, signaling a major rebuild on that side of the ball. For Saints fans, the reaction has been tough, as Davis was a cornerstone. His departure worsens existing roster holes and could reshape their defensive strategy moving forward. At 37, it's a reminder of how age plays into these contracts. Now, eyes turn to the NFL draft, where the Saints hold the number 8 pick.

1:00Losing Davis opens the door for them to target Ohio State linebacker sunny styles, widely seen as the top prospect at the position. Styles brings elite athleticism, run-stopping power, and coverage skills. Analysts say he could be a perfect long-term replacement, and connections between him and New Orleans are heating up fast. D&N is sponsored by our partner. Check out the episode description. Comfort, you can hear. Sound you can relax into. S-O-L-I-SOLY-PILLOW.com