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First Round (8th overall): David Bailey EDGE Texas Tech
At 6’4 and 251 pounds, Bailey’s length shows up on tape. His production was undeniable last year for Texas Tech with 14.5 sacks. Edge pass rusher will always be premium position in the NFL, and the Saints could use a player like Bailey off the edge.
Forecasting where Bailey will be picked is a challenge. There’s no guarantee he’d be available at 8 when the Saints pick, some mock drafts have Bailey going as high as the second overall pick. If he’s there, the Saints should make him their newest first round pick.
Second Round (42nd overall): Chris Bell WR Louisville
A repeat pick from Fazende mock 1.0. Bell’s ability to run after the catch is something the Saints desperately need in their wide receiver room. Bell played his junior season with Tyler Shough. A late season knee injury is certainly a concern for Bell, but if his recovery is on schedule he would be worth the risk.
Third Round (73rd overall): Keylan Rutledge IOL Georgia Tech
Another repeat selection. Rutledge flashed impressive versatility at the Senior Bowl, with the ability to play all three interior line positions. The Saints have had success with mid round offenisve linemen in the past. Rutledge could be another one of those finds.
Fourth Round (132nd overall): Dontay Corleone DL Cincinnati
At 6’1, 340, Corleone is built completely different than most of the Saints defensive lineman. His stature can be an asset in the trenches as a true first and second down player against the run. The Saints had issues at the point of attack a seaso ago against the run. Corleone could help there.
Fourth Round (136th overall): Daylon Everette CB Georgia
At 6’1, 200 pounds and 4.38 40-yard dash, Everette checks a lot of boxes athletically. His production hasn’t always necessarily matched his athelticism, which is why he’s available this late. If his production can line up with his physical traits, Everette could be a solid addition at this point in the draft.
Fifth Round (150th overall): Nick Singleton, RB Penn State
The Saints address running back with the first of their two fifth round picks. Singleton rushed for over 1000 yards two seaons ago. Last season, his yardage was down but his ability to reach the end zone was not. Singleton scored 13 rushing touchdowns in 2025. He had 12 rushing touchdowns in 2024.
Fifth Round (172nd overall): Tanner Koziol, TE Houston
Another repeat pick from Fazende mock draft 1.0. Koziol checks in at 6’7 and is an imposing red zone target. His bowl game performance against LSU was an impressive showing against a limited Tigers defense.
Sixth Round (190th overall): Bishop Fitzgerald, S USC
Ten interceptions in three seasons with an ability to play in space. Fitzgerald would be a late round steal for the Saints secondary.
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