One lingering possibility for the New Orleans Saints in the 2022 NFL draft is selecting a new quarterback. Yes, the Saints did re-sign Jameis Winston for two years, but the contract does offer some flexibility for New Orleans. Should they draft a quarterback, it would not be out of the question for them to sit a year or two to learn, while they still have Winston under contract. The contract is also fairly cheap for a starting quarterback.
As for the quarterbacks available, everyone has heard how this class is one of the weakest we have ever seen. However, I feel that is in terms of ‘day one starters’ as there are plenty of quarterbacks with talent that needs time to develop.
Giving these guys a year or two, there are some legitimate chances for greatness. Here is a preview of the 2022 quarterback class, and who I think it would make sense for the Saints, should they find it necessary to draft another quarterback:
Round 1
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While none of the quarterbacks particularly get me excited, there are two names that I would understand if we hear called at either 16 or 19. Those two would be Malik Willis (Liberty) and Desmond Ridder (Cincinnati).
Willis just offers so much in terms of potential. Have him sit a year or two while Jameis Winston leads the team, and you could be set up very well for your future. His arm is one of the craziest I’ve watched in person. He zips the ball down field so hard. He had the highest speed traveled of the ball at the Senior Bowl.
Ridder would also be completely understandable. He is a natural leader, who has all of the physical traits needed to be in the NFL. His accuracy certainly leaves room for improvement, as it is the biggest knock to his game.
The one name I do not want to hear called in the first, but still could happen, would be Kenny Pickett (Pittsburgh). There is nothing Pickett does better, or will do better within two years, than Winston. His arm is…
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