Saints Eye Game-Changer in NFL Draft

0:00On April 3rd, the New Orleans Saints are eyeing a big boost in the 2026 NFL Draft with their first round pick at number 8. They're coming off a rough stretch and need to plug holes, especially on defense. ESPN analyst Matt Bowen says, Miami-Ed Russia Rubin-Bain Jr. is the perfect fit to turn things around right away. Bowen points out the Saints' lost pass-rest juice with Cameron Jordan hitting free agency, and new coordinator Brandon Staley could use a game-changer. Like Bain, this kid bends the corner smooth, powers inside on nickel downs, and holds firm against the run, with 54 tackles on design rushes last year. Fans and experts are buzzing because Bain balled out in big spots, like five sacks in the college football playoff, including wrecking Indiana in the title game. His rugged-style screams pro-ready, and that versatility fits New Orleans's scheme to a tee. Bain's draft stock swings wild. He could go top 10 or slip-passed depending on how the board falls.

1:01Saints' brass might have other plans at 8, but nobody's knocking this as a home run, if he slides. Bottom line. Grabbing Bain could spark that dramatic jump for the Saints, shoring up the edge and firing up the fanbase for a stronger run next. Season. That wraps NFL News Today. Brought to you with AI.