2026 NFL mock draft roundup: Saints linked to multiple wide receivers

2026 NFL mock draft roundup: Saints linked to multiple wide receivers

We'll be waiting for the New Orleans Saints to make their first round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft before you know it, but until they go on the clock, we're going to keep track of which players are being linked to the black and gold from the latest mock drafts. With just under two weeks to go until draft day, we've gotten a pretty good idea of which prospects are expected to go top-10 -- and which positions are high priorities on the to-do list for New Orleans.

Surveying 16 different mock drafts published over the last week revealed a lot. There were nine consensus picks (12 or more appearances), with three players seen as unanimous top-10 picks. A couple of others were left out of the top 10 just once or twice. Here are the consensus picks ordered by their average draft position, with unanimous choices in bold text:

• QB Fernando Mendoza, Indiana (16/16): 1.0
• EDGE Arvell Reese, Ohio State (16/16): 2.4
• EDGE David Bailey, Texas Tech (16/16): 3.6
• LB Sonny Styles, Ohio State (15/16): 4.9
• RB Jeremiyah Love, Notre Dame (15/16): 5.3
• WR Carnell Tate, Ohio State (14/16): 6.6
• EDGE Rueben Bain Jr., Miami (14/16): 7.6
• S Caleb Downs, Ohio State (14/16): 7.8)
• CB Mansoor Delane, LSU (14/16): 8.5

Miami right tackle Francis Mauigoa wasn't a consensus pick to go top-10, but he was closest among the outliers with 10 of these 16 mock drafts choosing him. He had an average draft position of 5.7. It would help the Saints a lot if he does go ahead of them as that would push a player at a position of need down to them. Other names to know include cornerback Jermod McCoy (Tennessee), who made the top 10 four times, while Utah right tackle Spencer Fano and USC wide receiver Makai Lemon each made the cut three times. Left tackle Monroe Freeling (Georgia), wide receiver Jordyn Tyson (Arizona State), tight end Kenyon Sadiq (Oregon), and defensive tackle Peter Woods (Clemson) all appeared at least once or twice.

What about the Saints' picks? Seven of the 16 mock drafts we surveyed had New Orleans taking a wide receiver, with three projections landing on Carnell Tate (Ohio State) while Tyson and Lemon were each picked twice. Five of them went with an edge rusher like Rueben Bain Jr. (Miami) or David Bailey (Texas Tech), with Bain chosen four times. LSU cornerback Mansoor Delane was the pick three times and Ohio State safety Caleb Downs was picked once. So that gives us a pretty good idea of which players could be available when the Saints go on the clock. Here's the argument for each of them:

Apr 27, 2023; Kansas City, MO, USA; Clemson defensive lineman Bryan Bresee after being selected by the New Orlean Saints twenty ninth overall in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft at Union Station. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN - SEPTEMBER 24: Patrick Taylor #27 of the Green Bay Packers is brought down by Bryan Bresee #90 of the New Orleans Saints during a game at Lambeau Field on September 24, 2023 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)

GLENDALE, ARIZONA - AUGUST 10: Bryan Bresee #90 of the New Orleans Saints gets a hand on Desmond Ridder #19 of the Arizona Cardinals during the first quarter of a preseason football game at State Farm Stadium on August 10, 2024 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Mike Christy/Getty Images)

GLENDALE, ARIZONA - AUGUST 10: Bryan Bresee #90 of the New Orleans Saints celebrates a defensive stop during the first quarter of a preseason football game against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium on August 10, 2024 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Mike Christy/Getty Images)

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - SEPTEMBER 08: Bryan Bresee #90 of the New Orleans Saints reacts after a defensive play during the first half against the Carolina Panthers at Caesars Superdome on September 08, 2024 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - SEPTEMBER 22: Bryan Bresee #90 of the New Orleans Saints reacts against the Philadelphia Eagles during the second quarter at Caesars Superdome on September 22, 2024 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Gus Stark/Getty Images)

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - SEPTEMBER 22: Bryan Bresee #90 of the New Orleans Saints celebrates a sack against Quarterback Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles during the third quarter at Caesars Superdome on September 22, 2024 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Gus Stark/Getty Images)

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - NOVEMBER 17: Jameis Winston #5 of the Cleveland Browns scrambles away from Bryan Bresee #90 of the New Orleans Saints during the fourth quarter at Caesars Superdome on November 17, 2024 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - NOVEMBER 17: Bryan Bresee #90 of the New Orleans Saints looks on during the game against the Cleveland Browns at Caesars Superdome on November 17, 2024 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)

EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - DECEMBER 08: Bryan Bresee #90 of New Orleans Saints celebrates with teammates after blocking a field goal attempt against the New York Giants in the fourth quarter at MetLife Stadium on December 08, 2024 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)

GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN - DECEMBER 23: Josh Jacobs #8 of the Green Bay Packers is brought down by Cameron Jordan #94, Carl Granderson #96 and Bryan Bresee #90 of the New Orleans Saints during a game at Lambeau Field on December 23, 2024 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Packers defeated the Saints 34-0. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)

TAMPA, FLORIDA - JANUARY 05: Bryan Bresee #90 and Cameron Jordan #94 of the New Orleans Saints celebrate a defensive play against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the fourth quarter game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium on January 05, 2025 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 10: Taylor Heinicke #4 of the Los Angeles Chargers throws in front of Bryan Bresee #90 of the New Orleans Saints in the first half during a NFL Preseason 2025 game at SoFi Stadium on August 10, 2025 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - SEPTEMBER 14: Mac Jones #10 of the San Francisco 49ers is wrapped up by Bryan Bresee #90 of the New Orleans Saints during the first quarter in the game at Caesars Superdome on September 14, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - SEPTEMBER 21: Sam Darnold #14 of the Seattle Seahawks looks to pass the ball under pressure from Bryan Bresee #90 of the New Orleans Saints during the first quarter at Lumen Field on September 21, 2025 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Jane Gershovich/Getty Images)

ORCHARD PARK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 28: Bryan Bresee #90 and Carl Granderson #96 of the New Orleans Saints react during the second quarter against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium on September 28, 2025 in Orchard Park, New York. (Photo by Bryan M. Bennett/Getty Images)

INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 02: Bryan Bresee #90 of the New Orleans Saints during the NFL 2025 game between New Orleans Saints and Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium on November 02, 2025 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Aug 13, 2023; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) misses the tackle on Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) during the first half at the Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-USA TODAY Sports

Aug 20, 2023; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Chargers guard Austen Pleasants (75) blocks New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) during the first half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports

Aug 20, 2023; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Chargers guard Austen Pleasants (75) blocks New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) during the first half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports

Aug 20, 2023; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Chargers guard Austen Pleasants (75) blocks New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) during the first half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports

Aug 27, 2023; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Houston Texans center Michael Deiter (63) blocks New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) during the first half at the Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-USA TODAY Sports

Aug 27, 2023; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) looks on against the Houston Texans during the first half at the Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-USA TODAY Sports

Oct 19, 2023; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Doug Pederson greets New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) after defeating the New Orleans Saints at the Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Hinton-USA TODAY Sports

Oct 19, 2023; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) trades jerseys with New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) after defeating the Saints at the Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Hinton-USA TODAY Sports

Nov 5, 2023; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent (17) has a pass blocked by New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) during the second half at the Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-USA TODAY Sports

Nov 5, 2023; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints head coach Dennis Allen talks to defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) against the Chicago Bears during the first half at the Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-USA TODAY Sports

Aug 10, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, USA; New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) against the Arizona Cardinals during a preseason NFL game at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Aug 10, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, USA; New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) reacts against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

Aug 20, 2024; New Orleans, LA, USA; New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr (4) passes against defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) during practice at Yulman Stadium (Tulane). Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-USA TODAY Sports

Sep 15, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; New Orleans Saints defensive end Cameron Jordan (94) celebrates with New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) during the second half against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

Sep 22, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) pumps up the crowd against the Philadelphia Eagles during the first half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Sep 22, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) sacks Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) during the second half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Sep 29, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) reacts after Atlanta Falcons place kicker Younghoe Koo (6) (not pictured) kicked a game winning field goal during the fourth quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) reacts to sacking Cleveland Browns quarterback Jameis Winston (5) during the second half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Dec 1, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) tackles Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) during the second half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Hinton-Imagn Images

Dec 8, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants quarterback Drew Lock (2) is hit after throwing a pass by New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) and defensive ends Cameron Jordan (94) and Carl Granderson (96) during the fourth quarter at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Dec 8, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants quarterback Drew Lock (2) runs with the ball against New Orleans Saints defensive end Carl Granderson (96) and defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) during the fourth quarter at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Dec 8, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants place kicker Graham Gano (9) reacts after missing a potential game-tying field goal as New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) celebrates late during the fourth quarter at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Dec 8, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) celebrates with teammates after blocking a field goal during the fourth quarter by New York Giants place kicker Graham Gano (not pictured) at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Dec 8, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) celebrates after the game against the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Dec 29, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) reacts to making a tackle against the Las Vegas Raiders during the first half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Jul 28, 2025; Metairie, LA, USA; New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) looks on at Ochsner Sports Performance Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Sep 7, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) and safety Justin Reid (21) reacts to a play against the Arizona Cardinals during the second half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Sep 14, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Mac Jones (10) scrambles to avoid the sack from New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) during the first half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Sep 14, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Mac Jones (10) scrambles to avoid the sack from New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) during the first half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Sep 21, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold (14) is pressured by New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) during the first half at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images

Sep 21, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold (14) is pressured by New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) and defensive end Cameron Jordan (94) during the first half at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images

Oct 5, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) reacts after a play against the New York Giants during the first half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Oct 19, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) walks off the field after the game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

Nov 2, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams running back Kyren Williams (23) is stopped short of the goal line by New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) during the second half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Nov 30, 2025; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) carries the ball as New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) defends during the second half at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Storry-Imagn Images

Nov 30, 2025; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) gets tackled by New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) during the second half at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Storry-Imagn Images

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Apr 27, 2023; Kansas City, MO, USA; Clemson defensive lineman Bryan Bresee after being selected by the New Orlean Saints twenty ninth overall in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft at Union Station. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

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Apr 27, 2023; Kansas City, MO, USA; Clemson defensive lineman Bryan Bresee after being selected by the New Orlean Saints twenty ninth overall in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft at Union Station. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

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GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN - SEPTEMBER 24: Patrick Taylor #27 of the Green Bay Packers is brought down by Bryan Bresee #90 of the New Orleans Saints during a game at Lambeau Field on September 24, 2023 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)

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GLENDALE, ARIZONA - AUGUST 10: Bryan Bresee #90 of the New Orleans Saints gets a hand on Desmond Ridder #19 of the Arizona Cardinals during the first quarter of a preseason football game at State Farm Stadium on August 10, 2024 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Mike Christy/Getty Images)

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GLENDALE, ARIZONA - AUGUST 10: Bryan Bresee #90 of the New Orleans Saints celebrates a defensive stop during the first quarter of a preseason football game against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium on August 10, 2024 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Mike Christy/Getty Images)

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NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - SEPTEMBER 08: Bryan Bresee #90 of the New Orleans Saints reacts after a defensive play during the first half against the Carolina Panthers at Caesars Superdome on September 08, 2024 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)

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NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - SEPTEMBER 22: Bryan Bresee #90 of the New Orleans Saints reacts against the Philadelphia Eagles during the second quarter at Caesars Superdome on September 22, 2024 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Gus Stark/Getty Images)

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NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - SEPTEMBER 22: Bryan Bresee #90 of the New Orleans Saints celebrates a sack against Quarterback Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles during the third quarter at Caesars Superdome on September 22, 2024 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Gus Stark/Getty Images)

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NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - NOVEMBER 17: Jameis Winston #5 of the Cleveland Browns scrambles away from Bryan Bresee #90 of the New Orleans Saints during the fourth quarter at Caesars Superdome on November 17, 2024 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)

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NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - NOVEMBER 17: Bryan Bresee #90 of the New Orleans Saints looks on during the game against the Cleveland Browns at Caesars Superdome on November 17, 2024 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)

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EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - DECEMBER 08: Bryan Bresee #90 of New Orleans Saints celebrates with teammates after blocking a field goal attempt against the New York Giants in the fourth quarter at MetLife Stadium on December 08, 2024 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)

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GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN - DECEMBER 23: Josh Jacobs #8 of the Green Bay Packers is brought down by Cameron Jordan #94, Carl Granderson #96 and Bryan Bresee #90 of the New Orleans Saints during a game at Lambeau Field on December 23, 2024 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Packers defeated the Saints 34-0. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)

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TAMPA, FLORIDA - JANUARY 05: Bryan Bresee #90 and Cameron Jordan #94 of the New Orleans Saints celebrate a defensive play against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the fourth quarter game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium on January 05, 2025 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

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INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 10: Taylor Heinicke #4 of the Los Angeles Chargers throws in front of Bryan Bresee #90 of the New Orleans Saints in the first half during a NFL Preseason 2025 game at SoFi Stadium on August 10, 2025 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

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NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - SEPTEMBER 14: Mac Jones #10 of the San Francisco 49ers is wrapped up by Bryan Bresee #90 of the New Orleans Saints during the first quarter in the game at Caesars Superdome on September 14, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)

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SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - SEPTEMBER 21: Sam Darnold #14 of the Seattle Seahawks looks to pass the ball under pressure from Bryan Bresee #90 of the New Orleans Saints during the first quarter at Lumen Field on September 21, 2025 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Jane Gershovich/Getty Images)

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ORCHARD PARK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 28: Bryan Bresee #90 and Carl Granderson #96 of the New Orleans Saints react during the second quarter against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium on September 28, 2025 in Orchard Park, New York. (Photo by Bryan M. Bennett/Getty Images)

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INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 02: Bryan Bresee #90 of the New Orleans Saints during the NFL 2025 game between New Orleans Saints and Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium on November 02, 2025 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

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Aug 13, 2023; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) misses the tackle on Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) during the first half at the Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-USA TODAY Sports

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Aug 20, 2023; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Chargers guard Austen Pleasants (75) blocks New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) during the first half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports

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Aug 20, 2023; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Chargers guard Austen Pleasants (75) blocks New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) during the first half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports

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Aug 20, 2023; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Chargers guard Austen Pleasants (75) blocks New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) during the first half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports

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Aug 27, 2023; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Houston Texans center Michael Deiter (63) blocks New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) during the first half at the Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-USA TODAY Sports

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Aug 27, 2023; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) looks on against the Houston Texans during the first half at the Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-USA TODAY Sports

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Oct 19, 2023; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Doug Pederson greets New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) after defeating the New Orleans Saints at the Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Hinton-USA TODAY Sports

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Oct 19, 2023; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) trades jerseys with New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) after defeating the Saints at the Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Hinton-USA TODAY Sports

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Nov 5, 2023; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent (17) has a pass blocked by New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) during the second half at the Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-USA TODAY Sports

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Nov 5, 2023; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints head coach Dennis Allen talks to defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) against the Chicago Bears during the first half at the Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-USA TODAY Sports

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Aug 10, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, USA; New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) against the Arizona Cardinals during a preseason NFL game at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

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Aug 10, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, USA; New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) reacts against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

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Aug 20, 2024; New Orleans, LA, USA; New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr (4) passes against defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) during practice at Yulman Stadium (Tulane). Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-USA TODAY Sports

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Sep 15, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; New Orleans Saints defensive end Cameron Jordan (94) celebrates with New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) during the second half against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

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Sep 22, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) pumps up the crowd against the Philadelphia Eagles during the first half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

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Sep 22, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) sacks Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) during the second half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

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Sep 29, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) reacts after Atlanta Falcons place kicker Younghoe Koo (6) (not pictured) kicked a game winning field goal during the fourth quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

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Nov 17, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) reacts to sacking Cleveland Browns quarterback Jameis Winston (5) during the second half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

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Dec 1, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) tackles Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) during the second half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Hinton-Imagn Images

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Dec 8, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants quarterback Drew Lock (2) is hit after throwing a pass by New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) and defensive ends Cameron Jordan (94) and Carl Granderson (96) during the fourth quarter at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

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Dec 8, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants quarterback Drew Lock (2) runs with the ball against New Orleans Saints defensive end Carl Granderson (96) and defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) during the fourth quarter at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

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Dec 8, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants place kicker Graham Gano (9) reacts after missing a potential game-tying field goal as New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) celebrates late during the fourth quarter at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

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Dec 8, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) celebrates with teammates after blocking a field goal during the fourth quarter by New York Giants place kicker Graham Gano (not pictured) at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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Dec 8, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) celebrates after the game against the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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Dec 29, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) reacts to making a tackle against the Las Vegas Raiders during the first half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

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Jul 28, 2025; Metairie, LA, USA; New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) looks on at Ochsner Sports Performance Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

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Sep 7, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) and safety Justin Reid (21) reacts to a play against the Arizona Cardinals during the second half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

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Sep 14, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Mac Jones (10) scrambles to avoid the sack from New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) during the first half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

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Sep 14, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Mac Jones (10) scrambles to avoid the sack from New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) during the first half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

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Sep 21, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold (14) is pressured by New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) during the first half at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images

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Sep 21, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold (14) is pressured by New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) and defensive end Cameron Jordan (94) during the first half at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images

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Oct 5, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) reacts after a play against the New York Giants during the first half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

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Oct 19, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) walks off the field after the game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

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Nov 2, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams running back Kyren Williams (23) is stopped short of the goal line by New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) during the second half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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Nov 30, 2025; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) carries the ball as New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) defends during the second half at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Storry-Imagn Images

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Nov 30, 2025; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) gets tackled by New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) during the second half at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Storry-Imagn Images

USA Today: Jordyn Tyson, WR, Arizona State

Tyler Dragon: "New Orleans ranked in the bottom half of the NFL in total offense last season. Chris Olave, who is routinely on the trading block, is entering the final year of his contract. Tyson will give the Saints necessary insurance if Olave leaves or would create a solid one-two punch on the outside for promising young QB Tyler Shough."

The Athletic: Carnell Tate, WR, Ohio State

Nick Baumgardner: "The Saints also could go in a few different directions, and despite the recent addition of Travis Etienne Jr., their list probably should include Love — GM Mickey Loomis could be looking for an Alvin Kamara replacement.

As with Tet McMillan a year ago, Tate’s 40 time didn’t wow anyone — and no one should really care. He’s an ascending weapon."

ESPN: Rueben Bain Jr., EDGE, Miami

Peter Schrager: "New Orleans said farewell to many defensive leaders this offseason, as Cameron Jordan, Demario Davis and Alontae Taylor will all likely be elsewhere next season. (Jordan is still a free agent.) And short arms be damned; the powerful and disruptive Bain is viewed as a top-10-worthy prospect after a 9.5-sack season. This seems like a good match."

NFL.com: Rueben Bain Jr., EDGE, Miami

Rhett Lewis: "Even if Cameron Jordan re-signs with the Saints this offseason, the team needs to find another presence on the edge. Bain gives them a menace both as a pass rusher and run defender."

CBS Sports: Mansoor Delane, CB, LSU

Josh Edwards: "Cornerback was a point of weakness for New Orleans and Alontae Taylor departed in free agency. The Saints run a higher rate of zone coverage, which happens to be Mansoor Delane's specialty. Delane is a smart cornerback who tested better than his athletic profile may have suggested.."

Yahoo! Sports: Mansoor Delane, CB, LSU

Nate Tice: "The Saints could go in a few different directions and it would make sense. Wide receiver to give Chris Olave that desperately needed running partner was tempting here. But instead, the Saints go with Delane to not only shore up a glaring hole in Brandon Staley’s sneaky good defense from last year (11th in FTN’s weighted defensive DVOA metric), but turn a below-average spot into an outright good one with Delane, whose intelligence, ball skills and twitch would flourish in a zone-heavy defense that likes to mix it up."

Sporting News: Jordyn Tyson, WR, Arizona State (trade down to No. 12 with Dallas Cowboys)

Vinnie Iyer: "The Saints will be eyeing a top pass rusher but they also will be fine with sliding a few picks and addressing another need well in the first round. With Tate gone to the Chiefs in this mock, it is ideal for them to take this solid outside receiver to support Chris Olave and Tyler Shough."

Athlon Sports: Mansoor Delane, CB, LSU

Luke Easterling: "If Tate’s off the board, the Saints should pivot to their many needs on defense, and they’ve got some fantastic options in this scenario. They could easily opt for Ohio State safety Caleb Downs or Miami edge defender Rueben Bain Jr. here, but the opportunity to land the top corner in this year’s class might be too much to pass up. Delane was an absolute shutdown artist for the in-state Bayou Bengals last season, and would immediately be the best corner on this roster."

Pro Football Sports Network: Rueben Bain Jr., EDGE, Miami

Alec Elijah: "With limited depth off the edge, the New Orleans Saints could look to address this need early by targeting Miami pass rusher Rueben Bain Jr. The Hurricane product has been one of the more intriguing evaluations in this draft cycle. While his arm length, measuring under 31 inches compared to the NFL average of 33, has been a talking point during the pre-draft process, it’s one of the few concerns in an otherwise impressive profile.

He plays with a powerful base, shows impressive bend around the edge, and consistently finds ways to overwhelm offensive linemen. More importantly, he has a natural feel for finishing plays, regularly turning pressures into drive-altering sacks. That kind of production is exactly what New Orleans needs as it looks to reestablish its identity up front post-Cam Jordan."

For The Win: Makai Lemon, WR, USC

Christian D'Andrea: "We get two wideouts in the top-eight picks as flawed teams try to elevate their second-year quarterbacks. Lemon lacks the size and has slightly less straight line speed than Tate, but his ability to create space gives him a solid case as 2026's top receiver available."

Fox Sports: Rueben Bain Jr., EDGE, Miami

Colin Cowherd: "The Saints have a lot of needs, but this kid lives in the backfield. I care a little bit about arm length. He's a perfect replacement for Cam Jordan, who is a free agent and getting up there [in age]. So, you replace him with a dog — a guy that's going to come in and pressure the quarterback. Everybody I talk to in the league loves Bain. Because of the measurements, he's not going to be a No. 1 or No. 2 pick. But I haven't talked to anyone in the NFL that doesn't respect him as a player."

CBS Sports: Carnell Tate, WR, Ohio State

Jordan Dajani: "The first wide receiver comes off the board at No. 8 to the Saints, who pair Chris Olave with another talented Ohio State pass-catcher who will allow Tyler Shough to build off his impressive rookie campaign. The Saints have plenty of needs, but Kellen Moore has his eyes set on offensive weaponry."

NFL.com: Caleb Downs, S, Ohio State

Chad Reuter: "Downs' talent and leadership make him one of the truly special safeties worthy of a top-10 selection. Downs possesses similar versatility as a playmaker in the box and in the secondary as veteran Derwin James, who worked with Saints defensive coordinator Brandon Staley during their time together with the Chargers."

The Draft Network: David Bailey, EDGE, Texas Tech

Jaime Eisner: "The New Orleans Saints need to invest in long-term pass-rushing options, and David Bailey is a great place to start. Bailey was a wrecking ball in 2025, leading the nation in pressures while piling up 14.5 sacks. While some will nitpick his frame, his ability to convert elite pass-rushing instincts into consistent sack production was undeniable last season. The question is whether it can fully translate to the NFL and whether or not he is truly a high-end athlete moving laterally. However, he's the clear EDGE2—some have him as EDGE1—and a worthwhile gamble given his immense upside."

NFL Mocks: Carnell Tate, WR, Ohio State

Tarringo Basile-Vaughan: "The draft board plays right in the hands of the Saints who select Carnell Tate with the No. 8 overall pick in the draft. With Tyler Shock looking like the long-term starter for the Saints, getting him another down-the-field weapon to pair with fellow Ohio State alum Chris Olave is the focus here for the Saints. This tandem will have an opportunity to be special down in the Bayou which will help Shock be even more effective at the QB position in Year 2."

NFL Wires Network: Makai Lemon, WR, USC

John Sigler: "The defensive line needs help but there isn’t a prospect I like here without Bailey or Bain on the board. Ultimately it came down to three players: Ohio State safety Caleb Downs, LSU corner Mansoor Delane, and Lemon. Downs and Delane would be three-down starters in Brandon Staley’s secondary but we can’t ignore the lack of depth behind Chris Olave at wide receiver. Lemon gives Tyler Shough another weapon who can get open with ease, make tough catches when needed, and score lots of touchdowns in the red zone. He’s exactly the kind of tone setter they need offensively."

This article originally appeared on Saints Wire: 2026 NFL mock draft roundup: Saints linked to multiple wide receivers