The 2025 NFL draft is quickly approaching, and things are really expected to get hectic when the New England Patriots are on the clock with the No. 4 overall pick. With the Tennessee Titans, Cleveland Browns, and New York Giants picking ahead of them, the Patriots are largely expected to make their decision based on what those three teams do. One avenue could see them trade down, with Derek Carr's injury status making the New Orleans Saints a potential partner.
The Saints, who have the No. 9 overall pick, have continually been linked to Colorado football quarterback Shedeur Sanders, especially now that a shoulder injury may rob Carr of the entire 2025 campaign.