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The New Orleans Saints selected Jordyn Tyson from Arizona State with the 8th overall pick in the NFL Draft, adding another weapon to their offense. Despite injury concerns during his college career, Tyson's talent was undeniable, making him a high-upside choice.
Jordyn Tyson of the Arizona State Sun Devils was the second receiver taken in the NFL Draft. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
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The New Orleans Saints seemingly hit a home run last year at quarterback, taking Tyler Shough in the second round. This year, it was time to get Shough some help.
The Saints took Arizona State receiver Jordyn Tyson with the eighth overall pick. The knock on Tyson has been that he dealt with numerous injuries through his college career. His talent was hard to deny, however. Without injury issues, he could have easily been the first receiver selected on Thursday night. Tyson had 711 yards and eight touchdowns last season but played in only nine games. Thereâs some risk involved for the Saints but they swung for the upside.
It should immediately benefit Shough. Shough didnât begin last season as the Saintsâ starting quarterback, but once he was inserted in the lineup he played well. Shoughâs strong second half of the season allowed the Saints to not worry about quarterback in a draft class that didnât have many options at that position. Instead, they could take a shot on a player like Tyson.
The Saints can pair Tyson with Chris Olave, another former first-round pick who has dealt with injuries through his pro career. If both stay healthy, they can form a strong duo at receiver for a Saints team that is still building under coach Kellen Moore.
There will be some concerns about Tysonâs durability. But the Saints are gambling heâll stay healthy, because the potential payoff could be huge.
Jordyn Tyson plays as a wide receiver.
Tyson was selected 8th overall due to his significant talent and potential, despite concerns about his injury history.
In his last season at Arizona State, Jordyn Tyson recorded 711 yards and eight touchdowns while playing in only nine games.
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