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Saints 2026 NFL Draft: Picks by round, biggest needs, best fits
TL;DR
The 2026 NFL Draft starts on April 23 in Pittsburgh, with the New Orleans Saints focusing on acquiring a wide receiver. Chris Olave's uncertain future makes this a critical need for the team.
Key points
- 2026 NFL Draft starts April 23 in Pittsburgh
- Saints' biggest need is a wide receiver
- Chris Olave's future with the team is uncertain
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The 2026 NFL Draft kicks off live from Pittsburgh on Thursday, April 23 and the latest crop of rookies will be hearing their names called all weekend long. For the New Orleans Saints, the biggest need is an obvious one: Wide receiver.
Wide receiver Chris Olave is annually on the trading block and is entering the final year of his contract. With Olave's long-term future in doubt, it'll behoove the Saints to get a young pass-catcher they can develop alongside second-year QB Tyler Shough. The Saints haven't had a 1,000-yard receiver other than Olave since Michael Thomas in 2019.
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Here's everything you need to know about the New Orleans Saints for this year's draft, including a round-by-round look at picks and a potential trade candidate already on the roster.
New Orleans Saints NFL Draft best prospect fit: Edge Rueben Bain Jr., Miami (FL)
Per USA TODAY's Ayrton Ostly:
It was between the top two edge rushers in this class for New Orleans to get a boost to their pass rush. The Saints need more than just Chase Young getting after opposing quarterbacks. Bain was one of the more productive edge rushers in the country in 2025. Yes, his arm length is a big question mark but he's a powerful presence ready-made to contribute on the edge.
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Q&A
What are the New Orleans Saints' biggest needs for the 2026 NFL Draft?
The Saints' biggest need is a wide receiver, especially with Chris Olave's future with the team in doubt.
When does the 2026 NFL Draft take place?
The 2026 NFL Draft kicks off on Thursday, April 23, 2026.
Who are potential trade candidates for the Saints ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft?
Chris Olave is mentioned as a potential trade candidate due to his uncertain long-term future with the team.
