Saints Await NFL Draft’s 9th Pick: Loomis Targets Long-Term Solution
GFP, New Orleans, LA — The New Orleans Saints find themselves in a unique position, sitting at the No. 9 spot in the first round of the 2025 NFL draft. With this pivotal selection, General Manager Mickey Loomis is aiming to plug one of many holes on the roster and find a long-term solution.
If we’re picking in the top 10, we’re looking for somebody that, man, we’re gonna count on this guy for the next 8 to 10 years,” Loomis said. “And he’s going to fill that spot, and we’re not going to have to worry about it. For me, that’s a goal.
If we’re picking in the top 10, we’re looking for somebody that, man, we’re gonna count on this guy for the next 8 to 10 years,” Loomis said. “And he’s going to fill that spot, and we’re not going to have to worry about it. For me, that’s a goal.
Tight End and Offensive Line Among Top Needs
Local media members have diverse opinions on whom the Saints will select. Pentagon of local sports journalistsoffered their predictions, with Penn State tight end Tyler Warren (8 votes) and Texas offensive lineman Kelvin Banks (6) leading the way.
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- Warren would be just the second tight end selected in the first round by the Saints since 1993.
- Banks could fill a void on the offensive line, as the Saints picked an offensive tackle in each of the last two first rounds.
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Expert Picks: A Quarterback Surprise?
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While tight end and offensive line remain pressing needs, some experts suggest the Saints could snag a quarterback like Ole Miss’ Jaxson Dart or Colorado’s Shedeur Sanders in the first round.
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What to Expect When Commissioner Roger Goodell Announces the Pick
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No matter whom the saints select, one thing is certain: the No. 9 pick will bring welcomed reinforcement to a team looking to bounce back after a disappointing season. Fans may love the pick, or they may hate it, but one thing’s for sure: it’ll fill a glaring hole on the roster.
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FAQs
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Who are the two potential picks with the most votes from local media members?
- Tyler Warren, TE, Penn State (8 votes)
- Kelvin Banks, OT, Texas (6 votes)
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Did you know?
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The Saints have chosen an offensive lineman with their first-round pick in each of the last two drafts. Could Kelvin Banks make it three in a row?
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