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A new week means a new Saints three-round mock draft. In my last mock, I went offense-heavy. I mean, anytime Jeremiyah Love is available at eighth overall I say take him. But for the sake of variety, I have Love going early in the draft, leaving an opening for a big-name defender.
1.8: LB Reuben Bain, Miami
Rueben Bain Jr. has been the talk of the draft since the college football season started. He absolutely dominates offensive linemen and has all the tools to make an immediate impact. While there are some whispers (very quiet whispers) about concerns of his length, Bain dominated in college against good talent.
At 6-foot-3, Bain has the power of a defensive tackle but the ability to rush the passer like a defensive end. Bain, at the very least, has a high floor in the NFL. His play strength is too good to overlook, and if you want to continue to build on your defense, and Bain is there, you take him.
2.42 CB Keionte Scott, Miami
Back-to-back Miami defenders. That defense made it to a National Championship for a reason. Keionte Scott is your insurance if Alontae Taylor were to leave in free agency. Scott is physical like a linebacker, but the coverage of an elite defensive back. But most of all, he brings a “dawg” mentality and leadership to whichever team he joins.
While only 6-foot, 195 lbs., Scott can fight off bigger blockers and sniff out running plays early. In 2025, the Miami defensive back recorded 13 tackles for loss at cornerback, 13! Scott is a steal of a second-round pick and an immediate starter.
3.73 WR Ted Hurst, Georgia State
Alright, we’ll give Miami a break. Our next selection is finally addressing the wide receiver room. While I’d like the receiver to be addressed earlier, that doesn’t take away from the talent of Ted Hurst. At 6-foot-3, the Georgia State wide receiver has the size of an ideal NFL wideout, but combines it with rare speed that defensive backs can’t match.
Hurst recorded 1,004 receiving yards in 2025, but we must address the elephant in the room. His best games came against lower competition, and he was nowhere to be seen in their Week 1 loss to Ole Miss. But his talent is undeniable. He has the size and speed of an NFL wideout. There are knocks against his abilities to bring in tough catches, but they said the same thing about Brian Thomas Jr, and he’s doing pretty well for himself.