Mel Kiper Mock: Saints Draft Tate

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ESPN's Raff Guru Mel Kuiper Jr. has the New Orleans Saints grabbing Ohio State Y receiver

Karnel Tate at the 8th overall pick in his latest.

2026 NFL Mott Draft A bunch of analysts see this as a perfect match

for the team's biggest need.

The Saints sign guard David Edwards and running back Travis Etienne Jr. this off-season

to build around second-year quarterback Tyler Scho.

But beyond Chris Olive, their receivers are thin, with Devon Veil as the number two option

after just 25 catches last year.

Fans and experts are buzzing about a two.

About a third of post-free agency Mott Drafts, we checked earlier this week also send Tate

to New Orleans.

Tate loved what a big time in college, piling up more yards and touchdowns each season

from 2023 to 2025.

His contested catch rate soared to 12 of 14 last year and he thrived down field with

an average target depth of 14.6 yards.

At 6 foot 2 and 192 pounds, Tate shines against zone coverage, posting a top passer rating

in his class.

Heat ease the load on Olave and show, filling a gap the Saints have to fix soon.

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