The New Orleans Saints 7-9 finish ended on a high note, but the reality is that we’re already looking ahead to the 2016 season after another disappointing campaign. The team needs help on both sides of the ball, but more importantly the priority is to help improve their 31st ranked defense. We take an early look at the pressing needs for the Saints in the 2016 NFL Draft.
Weakside linebacker
If you just look at defending against the tight end, the black and gold’s defense gave up a league worst 1,290 receiving yards. The unit tied for second worst in two categories by giving up 11 touchdowns and 96 receptions.