Sep 8, 2018; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Cougars defensive lineman Payton Turner (98) reacts after a play during the fourth quarter against the Arizona Wildcats at TDECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports
With rumors all around the franchise, the Saints stayed put, but they also made a pick that surprised most. With the 28th pick in the 2021 NFL Draft, the New Orleans Saints selected Payton Turner, DE, Houston.