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Saints’ biggest need to address in 2026 NFL Draft after failing to find it in free agency

The New Orleans Saints have operated all offseason under one goal, building the offense around quarterback Tyler Shough. After an impressive rookie debut, the Saints believe he is the answer to move their franchise forward.

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2 Young Saints Playmakers Tabbed 'Biggest Losers' of Free Agency

The New Orleans Saints were very aggressive in free agency this offseason after winning a handful of games down the stretch because of rookie quarterback Tyler Shough.

New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / March 25

Where Saints Rank in the NFC South After Free Agency

The New Orleans Saints finished the 2025 National Football League season with momentum and have carried it over to the offseason. New Orleans went 5-4 down the stretch after moving Tyler Shough into the starting lineup.

New Orleans Saints News / Gridiron Heroics / March 25

New Orleans Saints: Host Talented 2nd-Team All-American Wideout

The New Orleans Saints need to address the wide receiver position, particularly a number two receiver to complement Chris Olave, after failing to do so.

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The 'Receiving-record by NFL team' quiz

How many of the players responsible for the best receiving season in the history of each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / March 25

Saints Meeting With Ideal NFL Draft Addition After Impressive Pro Day

The New Orleans Saints came into free agency without much money to spend, but their front office worked some magic to add a slew of talent to the roster.

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2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

Most of the NFL mock drafts focus on the early rounds, but there are still many prominent college players who will hear their names called later. These are just some of the big names that could hear their names in the later rounds.

NFL Draft: Fernando Mendoza's big issue among latest intel

Alabama QB Ty Simpson appears to be tumbling down draft boards

Steelers-Seahawks trade proposal lands Pittsburgh a second first-round pick

2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

2026 NFL Draft: 25 prospects who are diamonds in the rough

NFL News / New Orleans Saints on SI / March 25

Chargers Gaining Steam as Free Agency Fit for Saints Veteran Pro Bowler

The New Orleans Saints were one of the worst teams in the league after losing Derek Carr to retirement last offseason, but rookie quarterback Tyler Shough caught fire down the stretch, which boosted the team quite a bit.

New Orleans Saints News / Gridiron Heroics / March 25

Saints Bring in Quarterback Zach Wilson to Compete Behind Tyler Shough

The New Orleans Saints have agreed to terms with QB Zach Wilson on a one-year deal, according to Saints reporter Nick Underhill of NewOrleans Football, who reported the news Tuesday night on social media.

New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / March 25

Saints Land Star to Pair With Chris Olave in Latest NFL Mock Draft

The New Orleans Saints came into the offseason with a few massive holes on their roster, but they quickly took to free agency to fill a few of the biggest issues with the team.

Tyler Shough News / New Orleans Saints on SI / March 25

Saints' Tyler Shough ‘Pushing’ for Chris Bell, WR Reveals

The New Orleans Saints need at least one more wide receiver this offseason and an old teammate of Tyler Shough is going to be available in the 2026 National Football League Draft.

NFL News / Yardbarker / March 25

Saints' free-agency addition gives team potential trade opportunity

The Saints signed free-agent quarterback Zach Wilson, who will be on his fourth team in four seasons after being selected No. 2 overall in the 2021 NFL Draft.

Future Hall of Famer flirts with Chiefs after Travis Kelce deal

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The '2024-25 NFL starting quarterbacks' quiz

New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / March 25

Grading Saints' Surprise Zach Wilson Deal

The New Orleans Saints are bringing in a bit more competition for the quarterback room ahead of the 2026 National Football League season. It has been known for quite some time that Tyler Shough is the team's starting quarterback.

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2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.

2026 NFL Draft: 25 prospects who are diamonds in the rough

2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

NFL Draft: Fernando Mendoza’s big issue among latest intel

Penn State's Drew Allar sends message to teams ahead of NFL Draft

NFL GM makes prediction about Giants, Caleb Downs draft rumors

New Orleans Saints News / A to Z Sports / March 25

Saints add former first-round QB to create more competition for Spencer Rattler behind Tyler Shough in 2026

Kellen Moore is not settling with his quarterback room. The New Orleans Saints are infusing their QB room, behind Tyler Shough, with a bit of upside and competition for backup Spencer Rattler.

Tyler Shough News / Larry Brown Sports / March 25

Saints signing former top-3 pick to back up QB Tyler Shough

The New Orleans Saints are adding a veteran quarterback to provide depth behind starter Tyler Shough. The Saints are reportedly signing former No. 2 overall pick Zach Wilson.

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Zach Wilson News / Field Level Media / March 24

Reports: Saints agree to deal with veteran QB Zach Wilson

The New Orleans Saints and veteran quarterback Zach Wilson agreed to a one-year deal on Tuesday, according to multiple media reports. Wilson, 26, provides additional experience at the quarterback position for the Saints, who will be going into Tyler Shough's 10th career start to start the 2026 season.

Zach Wilson News / Pro Football Rumors / March 24

Saints To Sign QB Zach Wilson

The Saints are adding a former second overall pick to their QB room. The team has agreed to a deal with Zach Wilson, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.

New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / March 24

Saints Hit Jackpot by Landing Demario Davis' Replacement in Free Agency

The New Orleans Saints didn't come into the offseason with high expectations. Their roster has some talent on it, but it's certainly not a contender yet, even with emergence of Tyler Shough at the top of their roster.

Terrell Burgess News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 24

Saints Re-Signing S Terrell Burgess

NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo reports the Saints are re-signing S Terrell Burgess. Burgess, 27, was drafted by the Rams with the No. 104 pick in the third round out of Utah in the 2020 NFL Draft.

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