Many New Orleans Saints fans were clamoring for the team to pick a linebacker in the 2020 NFL Draft, and their hopes were fulfilled when the Saints traded up in the third round, targeting Wisconsin prospect Zack Baun.
Baun can play at a very high level. He’s disruptive at the line of scrimmage, and has the skills to make an impact in coverage. Most importantly, he’s the proud father of a very good dog: Chance, a three-year-old golden retriever.
Sidelined during the 2017 season with a torn Lisfranc ligament in his foot, Baun and his girlfriend Ali decided to adopt a dog to help keep his spirits up during recovery.