Canal Street Chronicles
Could New Orleans target the offensive lineman if he drops?
The New Orleans Saints have nearly perfect flexibility going into the NFL Draft, and at pick 9, the team is not forced to select a certain position. In 2024, offensive tackle had to be their selection in the first because of how big of a need it was. Yes, Brock Bowers may have been the one exception, but if the Saints did get Bowers, imagine the offensive line struggles the team would have gone through. With this flexibility, New Orleans must do as much homework on the top prospects in the draft as possible because anything could happen. One of these prospects is LSU offensive lineman Will Campbell, who visited with the Saints Saturday, per Nick Underhill.
Will Campbell, in particular his arm length, has been of the main talking points throughout the draft season. Teams may be worried about his ability to play tackle in the NFL due to his arm length, but other teams may overlook that because of how talented Campbell is. Still, this may cause a drop for him in the first round, and this is where the Saints can pounce.
Offensive line is not the biggest need for the Saints, but as head coach Kellen Moore knows, a dominate offensive line can make life in the NFL easier. The Saints’ O-Line is not bad, but with no long-term answer at LG, and the fifth-year option deadline of Trevor Penning coming up, offensive line prospects should still be considered at every selection. If Campbell is available at 9, the New Orleans Saints need to consider drafting him.
