3 important tasks that the New Orleans Saints must accomplish in the 2024 NFL Draft

The New Orleans Saints must improve their roster in this year's draft. They've got clear needs, but can they address it with some of the best talent in the prospect class?

Only time will tell. Hopefully, the front office finds more success in the first round than they have in some recent years. 

The 3 most important tasks for the Saints to accomplish in the 2024 NFL Draft

Draft another starting offensive tackle

This one seems obvious. Offensive line has been the expected first-round target for over a month now. The Saints do not know the long-term outlook on Ryan Ramczyk. 

Their other OT options right now are Trevor Penning and James Hurst. That cannot be the case entering the 2024 season. Luckily, they should have more than one great option at tackle at 14th overall. Take one and go from there.

Improve depth at the safety position

Tyrann Mathieu is still playing very good ball as a veteran. Jordan Howden emerged as a day three pick last year and was the second best safety on the Saints roster. Now, he is a projected starter with Jonathan Abram behind him. 

New Orleans must add a third safety that can play deep. Picking one at 45 would be steep, but grabbing one later on day two with a trade up or early on day three makes a lot of sense. They've hit on defensive backs in the middle rounds consistently in recent years. They must continue that trend.

Add big-bodied receiving target

This target does not have to be a wide receiver. That being said, New Orleans needs another jump ball option with Michael Thomas out the door. Thomas was known for his strong hands and play over the middle of the field. 

The Saints must create more pass catching depth alongside the pieces they've signed in free agency. A.T. Perry is an exciting, young player, but they cannot rely solely on him as that sort of pass catcher on their depth chart.