A collection of headlines and news about the Saints and the NFL for Thursday, April 23
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The Saints are optimistic about the future, but don't expect them to mortgage it on draft day
Coming off a strong finish to the 2025 season and armed with a top-10 pick in this week's NFL draft, New Orleans Saints general manager Mickey Loomis is optimistic about the direction of his franchise. Just don't expect that positive outlook to spill over into over aggression.SEE MORE>>
Tyler Shough trusts the Saints' draft plans, but the QB is still doing his own homework
Tyler Shough almost declined an invitation to participate in this year's celebrity shootout at the Zurich Classic. After becoming a first-time father, attending plenty of other local events and trying to build on a successful rookie year, the New Orleans Saints quarterback hadn't been practicing his golf game much during what has been a whirlwind of an offseason.SEE MORE>>
Irish hero Charlie Smyth gains a new fan in Shane Lowry: 'His story is incredible'
The New Orleans Saints have a new fan in Shane Lowry. The PGA Tour star said Wednesday he is considering switching his allegiance from the Chicago Bears to the Saints because of fellow Irishman Charlie Smyth's heroics as the New Orleans kicker.SEE MORE >>
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New Orleans Saints expect impact player at No. 8 overall in NFL Draft
New Orleans Saints Executive Vice President/General Manager Mickey Loomis isn't overjoyed that New Orleans has the eighth pick in Thursday's first round of the NFL Draft, because it signifies that the Saints had a 6-11 record to earn the high selection. But he's pleased with the talent pool that will be available.SEE MORE>>
New Orleans Saints 2026 NFL Draft: Day 1 Need to Know
The New Orleans Saints have one selection in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft on Thursday evening. The eighth pick is estimated to happen around 7:46 p.m. CT. Fans can tune in for draft coverage on NFL Network, ESPN, and ABC starting at 7 p.m. CT.SEE MORE >>
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2026 NFL Draft buzz: Cowboys receiving trade calls; President Clinton crashes Dallas presser
As the 2026 NFL Draft approaches, NFL.com is keeping you up to date with the latest reports, rumors and rumblings from NFL Network, ESPN and team officials. Here's what we're learning Wednesday ahead of Thursday's first round.SEE MORE>>
Lance Zierlein 2026 NFL mock draft 4.0: Jeremiyah Love cracks top 3; Cowboys trade up for Arvell Reese
As we hurtle toward the 2026 NFL Draft this week in Pittsburgh, here is my fourth and final forecast of the opening 32 picks. I'm projecting four trades on Thursday night, with the Cowboys making a significant splash in the top 10 and the Jets ultimately taking a third bite at the first-round apple.SEE MORE>>
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