By Niles Carpenter, Saints Contributor
As the 2024 NFL Draft looms, the New Orleans Saints are strategically honing in on prospects to fill crucial team needs. The Saints’ scouting endeavors over recent months have spotlighted a variety of talents, from defensive stalwarts to offensive playmakers, indicating a comprehensive approach to team building. Key prospects include Kris Abrams-Draine, a skilled cornerback from Missouri, and the promising quarterback talent of Jayden Daniels from LSU, reflecting the team’s pursuit of both defensive solidity and offensive innovation. The scouting list also features dynamic players like Dylan Laube, a versatile running back from New Hampshire, and Jordan Magee, a resilient linebacker from Temple, underscoring the Saints’ commitment to depth and versatility across the board.
Here’s a table summarizing the prospects:
Table 1: New Orleans Saints Top-30 Visits
Player Name | Position | College |
---|---|---|
Khristian Boyd | DT | Northern Iowa |
Dylan Laube | RB | New Hampshire |
Marshawn Kneeland | EDGE | Western Michigan |
Chop Robinson | EDGE | Penn State |
Keon Coleman | WR | Florida State |
Christian Mahogany | IOL | Boston College |
Malachi Corley | WR | Western Kentucky |
Marshawn Lloyd | RB | USC |
Table 2: New Orleans Saints Draft Prospect Meetings/Workouts
Player Name | Position | College | Event |
---|---|---|---|
Jayden Daniels | QB | LSU | Combine (Formal Visit) |
J.J. McCarthy | QB | Michigan | Combine |
Drake Maye | QB | UNC | Combine |
Bo Nix | QB | Oregon | Combine |
Mark Perry | DB | TCU | Shrine Bowl |
Trey Taylor | DB | Air Force | Shrine Bowl |
Jaden Hicks | S | Washington State | Combine |
Josh Cephus | WR | UTSA | Hula Bowl |
Doug Nester | IOL | West Virginia | Hula Bowl/Shrine Bowl |
Bralen Trice | EDGE | Washington | Combine |
Cooper DeJean | CB | Iowa | Combine |
Calen Bullock | S | USC | Combine |
Ja’Tavion Sanders | TE | Texas | Combine |
Justin Blazek | DT | UW-Platteville | College Gridiron Showcase |
Malik Mustapha | DB | Wake Forest | Combine |
Davius Richard | QB | North Carolina Central | HBCU Combine |
Aidan Robbins | RB | BYU | College Gridiron Showcase |
Tez Walker | WR | UNC | Senior Bowl |
Marshawn Kneeland | DL | Western Michigan | Top 30 |
Khristian Boyd | DL | Northern Iowa | Pre-Draft |
Braiden McGregor | EDGE | Michigan | Pro Day/Virtual |
Kris Abrams-Draine | CB | Mizzou | Pro Day |
Cedric Gray | LB | UNC | Combine |
Jordan Magee | LB | Temple | Workout |
Braden Fiske | DL | Florida State | Workout |
T’Vondre Sweat | DL | Texas | Pro Day |
Jalyx Hunt | LB/EDGE | Houston Christian | Pro Day |
Table 3: Saints Local Pro Day Attendees
Player Name | Position | College |
---|---|---|
Briason Mays | OL | Southern Miss |
Brian Thomas Jr. | WR | LSU |
Michael Pratt | QB | Tulane |
Jha’Quan Jackson | WR | Tulane |
Josh Clarke | LB/EDGE | Jackson State |
Andrew Parker | LB | App State |
Aaron Brule | LB | Michigan State |
Javon Antonio | WR | Colorado |
August Pitre III | WR | Southern |
Note: The “Local Pro Day Attendees” table includes players from both LSU and Tulane, as well as other local talents. The specific attendees from LSU and Tulane are not fully listed due to the non-public nature of this information.