Few positions saw as much turnover this offseason for the New Orleans Saints as tight end. Both of the team’s co-starters — Jared Cook and Josh Hill — were released as salary cap cuts earlier this year, opening up a combined 825 snaps on offense and 70 targets in the passing game. That’s a huge void to fill, and while the Saints like their options as-is, they’re making a big bet on an unproven second-year pro to accomplish their goals. Here is how the depth chart shakes out going into training camp:
Adam Trautman, Nick Vannett
All eyes are on Trautman, who had a strong rookie year as a blocker while making few contributions in the passing game (just 15 receptions for 171 receiving yards).