Why the Saints selected Lorenzo Styles Jr.

TL;DR

The New Orleans Saints selected cornerback Lorenzo Styles Jr. in the later rounds of the draft to address roster needs, particularly for special teams. Styles Jr. boasts a high athleticism score and is expected to make a significant impact in that area.

Key points

Lorenzo Styles Jr. was drafted by the New Orleans Saints.
He has a 9.99 RAS score showcasing his athleticism.
Styles Jr. is expected to impact the special teams unit.

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Ohio State Buckeyes cornerback Lorenzo Styles Jr. (3) celebrates after breaking up a pass to Indiana Hoosiers wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. (3) on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, during the Big Ten football championship at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. | Grace Hollars/IndyStar / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images The New Orleans Saints finished the draft with three selections in rounds 5-7, and each pick addressed roster needs. Let’s look at the first of those selections, Lorenzo Styles Jr. Like his brother Sonny Styles, Lorenzo is extremely athletic, finishing the draft testing with a 9.99 RAS score. The Saints have always liked high athletic defenders, and Styles Jr. fits that. On the Saints roster, although the slot position is still a bit of a need, that is probably not where Styles Jr. is going to make his impact. If he does play on defense, he will primarily be a safety, but really, Styles Jr. is a very good special-teams player, and with his athleticism, he could be the perfect addition to the Saints’ special-teams unit. Special teams was a major issue last season, so adding some high-level players to that group will go a long way and could help the Saints win. Styles Jr. was drafted by the Saints because of this, and unlike last year, when the special teams coordinator, Phil Galiano, lost Jonas Sanker to the defense, Styles Jr. should be a secure piece of the special teams.

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What are Lorenzo Styles Jr.'s athletic achievements?

Lorenzo Styles Jr. finished the draft testing with a 9.99 RAS score, indicating his high athleticism.

Why did the Saints draft Lorenzo Styles Jr.?

The Saints drafted Styles Jr. to strengthen their special teams unit, which was a major issue last season.

What position will Lorenzo Styles Jr. play for the Saints?

While Styles Jr. could play as a safety, he is primarily expected to contribute as a special-teams player.

Why the Saints selected Lorenzo Styles Jr.

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