New Orleans Saints Eyeing Quarterback in 2026 NFL Draft Amid Tyler Shough Uncertainty

The New Orleans Saints are considering a quarterback as a top target in the 2026 NFL Draft, especially if they are not convinced by 2025 second-round pick Tyler Shough. The team needs significant talent infusion and is looking ahead to the 2026 draft class. In a mock draft scenario, the Saints are projected to pick QB Ty Simpson from Alabama at No. 2 overall, who has thrown for 2,461 yards and 21 touchdowns with only one interception in 2025. Other potential draft picks include G Olaivavega Ioane from Penn State in the second round, EDGE Anthony Lucas from USC in the third, WR Eric Rivers from Georgia Tech in the fourth (acquired from Seattle), and G DJ Campbell from Texas in the fifth. Retaining players like Chris Olave is seen as beneficial for evaluating Shough's potential.