Saints Scout Ohio State Talent for Draft

0:00It's March 25. This is NFL News Today, AI-powered stories shaping the season. The New Orleans Saints hold the 8th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft and are putting in serious work scouting talent. They're focusing on Ohio State prospects to fill key gaps, like a wide receiver to pair with Chris Olave, a pass rusher, or help in the secondary. With several top 10 talents from the Buckeyes in those spots, it's a prime opportunity for General Manager Mickey Loomis and his team. Earlier this week, Saints officials met with a group of Ohio State players over dinner right before the program's pro day. The list included standouts like RBEL Reese, Sunny Styles, Caleb Downes, Carnell Tate, Kaden McDonald, and Taiwan Malone, with possibly a few more, like Titan, Max Claire, and Cornerback Davison, Igbenison. Fans and analysts are excited about the fits, especially since the Saints need immediate impact players. And wide receiver, they're solid, but could use more firepower, while the secondary has

1:02question marks despite strengths at safety. The draft strategy debate rages on-go for team needs or just grab the best talent available in the top 10. Among the top targets, 20-year-old wide-out Carnell Tate stands out with strong links to New Orleans. He had 51 catches for 875 yards and nine touchdowns last season. In there's 21-year-old safety, Caleb Downes, a potential game-changer who could tempt them to rethink priorities. As the Saints keep digging into these options, all eyes will be on how they play it, come Draft Knight in April, balancing immediate help with long-term stars.