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NFL Draft rumor could have Saints making biggest splash of 2026 draft
TL;DR
The New Orleans Saints are rumored to be considering a significant trade-up in the 2026 NFL Draft, potentially moving from the No. 8 pick to as high as No. 3. This move could allow them to select a top-tier player.
Key points
- New Orleans Saints own the No. 8 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft
- Saints may trade up to No. 3 overall with the Arizona Cardinals
- Rumors suggest a bold move for a top-tier player
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The New Orleans Saints own the No. 8 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. With the chance to add a premier player on the defensive or offensive side of the ball, they're in a good spot.
But there has been some buzz lately about the Saints trading up. The only question is, how far would such a move up be?
According to NFL insider Jordan Schultz, the Saints are rumored to be a team that might swing a high trade-up in the draft, potentially moving as high as No. 3 overall with the Arizona Cardinals.
Saints linked to bold draft night trade inside top 10 picks
"Some draft notes, per sources: The high trade-up team many are eyeing is the Saints at No. 8," Schultz posted on Twitter/x.
The Saints swinging a trade-up inside the top-10 of the NFL Draft is not out of the realm of possibility. If they wanted to jump in front of the Washington Commanders for a top wide receiver, the Cleveland Browns would be willing to talk.
But this rumor from Schultz might be an even bigger trade-up during draft night for the Saints. If they do move up very far, which pick and which player could they target?
The Saints might be trying to move up to No. 3 overall to draft the edge rusher the New York Jets don't pick at No. 2 overall.
Q&A
What is the current draft position of the New Orleans Saints in the 2026 NFL Draft?
The New Orleans Saints currently hold the No. 8 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Which team are the Saints rumored to trade with to move up in the draft?
The Saints are rumored to potentially trade with the Arizona Cardinals to move up to the No. 3 pick.
What type of player are the Saints looking to draft in 2026?
The Saints are looking to add a premier player, either on the defensive or offensive side of the ball.