The Saints were projected to select Michigan defensive back Will Johnson, who entered the 2024 college football season as a likely top five pick, at the number nine slot in 2025's draft. "He was banged up last season, so we didn't get to see his best for much of the year," Athlon Sports' Luke Easterling wrote .

The Saints have been busy meeting with draft prospects at the NFL Scouting Combine and college all-star games. Here's a look at their contact so far.

Many post-combine mock drafts have the Saints addressing their defense, but don't count out Penn State tight end Tyler Warren.