The New Orleans Saints have made notable strides in the NFL draft this year, showcasing a diverse and intriguing selection of players. Kelvin Banks Jr., their first-round pick, is already known for his culinary explorations, vowing to explore New Orleans' famed BBQ scene. Tyler Shough, the second-round selection, has a connection with Saints tight end Juwan Johnson, having played together at Oregon. Third-rounder Vernon Broughton brings a familiarity with defensive line coach Bo Davis, while Jonas Sanker’s unique experience in 8-man football highlights his versatility. Danny Stutsman, honored with the Don Key Award, exemplifies talent from Oklahoma. Quincy Riley's sprinting prowess and the legacy of Moliki Matavao as the first UCLA Bruin drafted by the Saints in over two decades add depth to this class. Fadil Diggs rounds out the group as a two-way player, bringing an exciting blend of skills to the team.

The NFL has imposed significant fines on the Atlanta Falcons and defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich due to a prank call incident involving his son during the 2025 NFL Draft. The Falcons were fined $250,000, while Ulbrich personally received a $100,000 penalty. The league's disciplinary action stems from the team's failure to secure confidential information, which was disclosed when Jax Ulbrich, using his father's iPad, prank-called quarterback Shedeur Sanders pretending to be New Orleans Saints GM Mickey Loomis.

Following the call, Sanders expressed confusion over how his number was obtained, noting that it is only shared with coaches. The Falcons have acknowledged the situation and stated that the Ulbrich family is committed to community service efforts to address the incident. The team emphasized confidence in their security practices and plans to reinforce adherence to these protocols moving forward.

The 2025 NFL Draft was highlighted by significant quarterback movements, with the New York Giants aggressively trading up to select Jaxson Dart from Ole Miss. Despite concerns over his consistency, Dart's impressive metrics in downfield accuracy and stable grades made him the top-rated passer in the class. Meanwhile, the New Orleans Saints opted for Tyler Shough, who brings experience and a strong final season at Louisville, albeit at an older age. This year featured 14 quarterbacks being drafted, with surprises such as Cam Ward going first overall and Shedeur Sanders slipping to Day 3.

The 2025 fantasy football landscape is shaping up with some wide receivers that fantasy managers should avoid. Tyreek Hill of the Miami Dolphins, once a top asset, showed significant decline in performance last season, particularly in target share and yards per route run, raising concerns about his viability as a reliable WR1. Marvin Harrison Jr. of the Arizona Cardinals, while talented, struggled with inefficient usage in his rookie year, making his current ADP too high for his projected output. DJ Moore's situation with the Chicago Bears has become crowded with new pass-catching additions, leading to decreased target opportunities, while Chris Olave’s performance has suffered due to competition and uncertainty at the quarterback position in New Orleans.

Devin Neal made history by becoming the first Kansas football player selected in the 2025 NFL Draft, picked by the New Orleans Saints in the sixth round. During his college career at Kansas, Neal proved his abilities with three seasons eclipsing 1,000 rushing yards, showcasing his versatility in both rushing and receiving. His selection reflects the Saints' confidence in his ability to contribute in a rebuilding phase under new head coach Kellen Moore.

Neal expressed his excitement about joining a talented running backs room that includes Alvin Kamara, believing he can learn and grow by working alongside an established star. His pre-draft interactions with the Saints, especially with associate head coach Joel Thomas, were notable, setting the stage for a fruitful relationship as both seek to enhance the running game in New Orleans.