The New Orleans Saints faced an unexpected turn in their offseason plans as offensive lineman Mekhi Becton signed a two-year contract with the Los Angeles Chargers, sidelining the Saints' pursuit of the player. The Saints were interested in Becton mainly due to his relationship with their new offensive coordinator, Kellen Moore. With Becton off the market, the Saints are now left to fill a crucial left guard position through either free agency or the upcoming draft.

While Becton’s addition to the Chargers bolsters an already impressive offensive line featuring Rashawn Slater and Zion Johnson, the Saints must quickly focus on their own offensive line needs. Currently, players like Nick Saldiveri and Will Clapp are set to compete for the left guard position, but the outlook remains uncertain as the Saints aim to revamp their offensive core.