New Orleans Saints Draft Order and Picks for 2026

Lake Charles, LA [KNGT-FM] - Momentum is building in New Orleans as the New Orleans Saints get their offseason started this Thursday night with the 2026 NFL Draft.

The team closed out the 2025 campaign on a high note, winning four of their final five games, including an impressive four-game win streak that gave fans a glimpse of what could be ahead.

One of the biggest storylines during that late-season surge was the emergence of quarterback Tyler Shough. The young signal-caller stepped up in a big way, delivering strong performances down the stretch and quickly becoming a player to watch. His impact didn’t go unnoticed, as he earned consideration as a finalist for Rookie of the Year thanks to his standout play in those final weeks.

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This year’s draft is set to take place in Pittsburgh from Thursday, April 23, through Saturday, April 25, bringing a new wave of talent into the league.

2026 NFL Teams Draft Order- Top 10

• #1 Las Vegas Raiders
• #2 New York Jets
• #3 Arizona Cardinals
• #4 Tennessee Titans
• #5 New York Giants
• #6 Cleveland Browns
• #7 Washington Commanders
• #8 New Orleans Saints
• #9 Kansas City Chiefs
• #10 Cincinnati Bengals

For the Saints, the draft represents a key opportunity to build on their late-season momentum. The first round kicks off on Thursday night, and New Orleans is in a strong position with the No. 8 overall pick. With several needs to address and plenty of talent available, this selection could play a major role in shaping the team’s future.

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Beyond the first round, the Saints will also have multiple picks spread throughout the draft, giving them flexibility to add depth and target specific positions.

2026 New Orleans Saints Draft Picks

• Round 1: No. 8
• Round 2: No. 42
• Round 3: No. 73
• Round 4: No. 132
• Round 5: No. 136, No. 150 (via LVR)
• Round 6: No. 172
• Round 7: No. 190 

The first round of the draft will air at 7:00 pm Central time on ESPN and ABC.

As fans eagerly await draft night, the combination of a promising young quarterback and valuable draft capital has set the stage for an exciting new chapter in New Orleans.