Scouting Notes: Saints draft picks’ pros and cons

Round 1: Brian Bresse, DT, 6-5, 300, Clemson

Pros:
Very explosive athlete, quick off the ball and has a surge
Moves well laterally
Shows power at the point of attack
Has adequate length and a high motor

Cons:
Needs to keep his pads lower, tends to play too high
Has had injury problems, torn an ACL In 2021 and shoulder surgery in 2022
Missed time hindered development

Round 2: Isaiah Foskey, DE, 6-5, 260, Notre Dame

Pros:
Prototypical size-length prospect with speed off the edge
Keeps his pads low, bends at the knees
Plays with good balance
7 forced fumbles in past two years
Also has some inside pass rush ability
Has even dropped into pass coverage at times

Cons:
Has had limited snaps with his hand in the dirt
Could be more physical against the run
Lacks elite bend coming off the edge

Round 3: Kendre Miller, RB, 5-11, 217, TCU

Pros:
Runs with good vision
Good blend of size and speed
Can pick up blitzes
Powerful north-south runner

Cons:
Runs a bit too high
Ball secruity questions (had 7 career fumbles)
Not used much catching out of the backfield but can do it

Round 4: Nick Saldiveri, OG, 6-6, 320, Old Dominion

Pros:
Solid pass blocker
Can line up at all the offensive line positions
Has outstanding size and strength
Show polish in some areas of technique

Cons:
Has been an inconsistent run blocker
Only average as a second-level blocker
Must make big step up from Old dominion to NFL

Round 4: Jake Haener, QB, 6-0, 210, Fresno State

Pros:
MVP in the Senior bowl
Had 68 TD passes with just 18 INTs in college
Can read defenses
Shows pro-level accuracy as passer
Slides away from the pass rush

Cons:
Lacks ideal size
Tends to hold the ball too long at times
Needs to locate his second and third receivers quicker

Round 5: Jordan Howden, DB, 5-11, 203, Minnesota

Pros:
Versatile, can line up at strong and free safety and in the slot
Started every game as a senior after extensive playing time over 5 seasons
Allow no touchdowns at Minnesota
Dependable tackler

Cons:
Lacks ideal height and play strength
Not a frequent playmaker
May struggle against big receivers
Needs to prove he can stay healthy

Round 6: A.T. Perry, WR, 6-4, 206, Wake Forest

Pros:
Good build, tall with long arms
Runs well after the catch
Tracks the ball in the air well
Can win contested catches

Cons:
Lacks explosion and takes a time to get going
Needs to improve his route running
Can struggle in press coverage getting off the line