NFL Media's James Palmer reports that the Saints were among teams who tried to trade up for Michael Penix Jr., the Falcons' surprise first-round QB:
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New Orleans Draft Picks
New Orleans Saints
Taliese
Fuaga
1
Rnd
14
Pk
OL
Position
Draft Grade: B
Pre-Draft Rank: 18
School: Oregon St.
Height:6' 6"
Weight: 324
Expert Commentary
The Saints needed an offensive lineman with the struggles of Trevor Penning and Ryan Ramczyk’s injury situation. Fuaga can play tackle or guard and will be a big boost for the Saints in the ground game. This is a strong pick that gives the Saints some much needed flexibility and depth up front.