If Jeanty is available at 9, we take him. No brainer. (13 Viewers)

[saintfan1972]

At this point, I would like Tyler Warren. We need that TE that can open it up and catch and run. Haven't had that since Graham.

 

[saintsgotaring]

It would be the best move this franchise could possibly make. It would fire up the fan base a la Reggie Bush/Ricky Williams. It also just makes sense with Kamara being over 30. Nothing opens up the passing game more than a loaded backfield. This may not be the popular opinion on here, but I don’t see how we could pass that up if he falls in our lap.

I agree but these new Sean Payton era fans about to act like they played football before in their lives. Stick to Madden boys

 

[saintsgotaring]

Reggie was just different. His stats were not a reflection of his contributions to the team. When that stadium was packed and chanting Reggie Reggie Reggie, you could just feel the electricity in the building. Momentum is a big deal in football.

Kamara will be 30 before the season starts and there is no denying that he has lost a step.

It can be debated that a solid run game is key and maybe the most important factor to opening up the passing game with play action.

Had to see it to beleieve it

 

[HamsterDances]

Nothing opens up a backfield like a legitimate passing game. I get the point, I don't disagree...but we've seen what happens when teams don't respect the passing game and can key on the RB.

I'd be fine w/ the selection but I agree w/ some of the other takes. Drafting a RB high or signing one should be for teams that need the cherry on top. That missing piece like w/ what the Eagles did last year. Have their QB, have their WR, their OL...just needed a special back. If you draft an RB before you have those things in place it's so easy to use up his prime years while trying to build. Before you know it he's taken 800 carries and is headed into his 2nd contract w/ less juice on a short shelf life and starting to get injured a bit more. It almost explains why the Giants let Barkley walk. Though they are kicking themselves, it was ultimately the right thing to do (like the blackjack theory in the other threaD) because had he stayed in NY he would have had a similar year to the one before. Same thing for Derrick Henry...he was the Ravens cherry on top...but had he stayed in Tennessee we'd still be talkinga bout how washed he looks.

That's opinion that I subscribe to and yet again...I wouldn't hate the move.tbis an absolutely sane take.

Nothing opens up a backfield like a legitimate passing game. I get the point, I don't disagree...but we've seen what happens when teams don't respect the passing game and can key on the RB.

I'd be fine w/ the selection but I agree w/ some of the other takes. Drafting a RB high or signing one should be for teams that need the cherry on top. That missing piece like w/ what the Eagles did last year. Have their QB, have their WR, their OL...just needed a special back. If you draft an RB before you have those things in place it's so easy to use up his prime years while trying to build. Before you know it he's taken 800 carries and is headed into his 2nd contract w/ less juice on a short shelf life and starting to get injured a bit more. It almost explains why the Giants let Barkley walk. Though they are kicking themselves, it was ultimately the right thing to do (like the blackjack theory in the other threaD) because had he stayed in NY he would have had a similar year to the one before. Same thing for Derrick Henry...he was the Ravens cherry on top...but had he stayed in Tennessee we'd still be talkinga bout how washed he looks.

That's opinion that I subscribe to and yet again...I wouldn't hate the move.

This is an absolutely sane take. This actually changes my opinion.

 

[Clintonrebel]

Reggie was just different. His stats were not a reflection of his contributions to the team. When that stadium was packed and chanting Reggie Reggie Reggie, you could just feel the electricity in the building. Momentum is a big deal in football.

Kamara will be 30 before the season starts and there is no denying that he has lost a step.

It can be debated that a solid run game is key and maybe the most important factor to opening up the passing game with play action.

Oh, I can debate whether AK has lost a step. All day. What he lost was an OL, a HOF QB and a scheme.

 

[Joodas Avila]

I like Jeanty, i mean, who doesnt? But i personally cant take him over a WR1 or an EDGE player who can finish. Especially this year where the RB position is uniquely loaded w/talent. Id rather have any combination of TMac or Mike Green in RD1 & Omarion Hampton or Kaleb Johnson RD2, than Jeanty RD1 & whatever in RD2.

WR & EDGE are premium positions, look at how much those dudes get paid. RB on the other hand isnt these days. If we had hope already on the roster at WR &/or EDGE, instead of a bunch of injury prone, undeveloped, aging talent, fine, luxury pick away & grab the RB top 10. But if youre us, whether it’s a WR, EDGE, or even a CB, DT or OT, take the premium pick at 9.

& though they may not have had the dream season, or seem as athletically gifted as Jeanty, the dudes in this draft class are BALLERS! From Skattebo, to Hampton, to Kaleb Johnson, & the two Ohio St kids, make no mistake, these dudes have the makings of legit high end RB1s. & there’s even more guys & they can all be had Day2 & 3.

 

[IlovemySaints]

RB isn't our biggest need.

I would take Graham, Mcmillan, or Warren before I would select Jeanty.

We need to stop waiting for it to be a need that’s how we end up here lol
I think having him under the wing of a captain will do wonders for the team he can learn from someone that can actually still go and show it on the field

 

[tim martin]

i wouldn’t be mad but if we take a rb over all our other needs then thats all u need to know about this draft. just no safe players in this draft

 

[SweetT]

It would be the best move this franchise could possibly make. It would fire up the fan base a la Reggie Bush/Ricky Williams. It also just makes sense with Kamara being over 30. Nothing opens up the passing game more than a loaded backfield. This may not be the popular opinion on here, but I don’t see how we could pass that up if he falls in our lap.

I will die on the hill, that SP did not know how to use Reggie in the run game. He did know how to use him in the passing game. Plus, he would let Reggie return punts. Good thing we found a stud in PT, that helped SP look like a genius.

 

[gummbo70114]

It would be the best move this franchise could possibly make. It would fire up the fan base a la Reggie Bush/Ricky Williams. It also just makes sense with Kamara being over 30. Nothing opens up the passing game more than a loaded backfield. This may not be the popular opinion on here, but I don’t see how we could pass that up if he falls in our lap.

Speaking to a friend of mine yesterday I mentioned to him that if Jeanty was Available he would be would be the smart choice due to the name recognition of a Reggie Bush, if he’s not available, I say we pick an offensive lineman to bolster the office of line. My pic would be the kid from LSU.

 

[gummbo70114]

RB isn't our biggest need.

I would take Graham, Mcmillan, or Warren before I would select Jeanty.

I think all three Players are gone before the ninth pick, they’re just too good for everyone in front of us to pass on, even Jeanty for that matter.

 

[WhoDat?DrewDat]

Reggie was just different. His stats were not a reflection of his contributions to the team. When that stadium was packed and chanting Reggie Reggie Reggie, you could just feel the electricity in the building. Momentum is a big deal in football.
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What you're describing is winning. Nobody cares about Reggie if we never had Brees. A winning football team brings electricity to the building.

The question is of taking a rb in the top 10 al results in winning. History says no. With that said I would be okay with it.

 

[picnicwithfish]

Unlike most drafts where I have my heart set on a player, I feel that there are so many wins at #9 that it will be hard to miss. It all depends on the direction the team wants to go. If that is Jeanty, I’m smiling when they call his name.

 

[meily]

We need edge rushers for the 3-4 defense; the linebacker from Georgia would be a better pick than Jenty at the point; we have depth at running back and get at that position group in rounds 2-7.

 

[SweetT]

We need edge rushers for the 3-4 defense; the linebacker from Georgia would be a better pick than Jenty at the point; we have depth at running back and get at that position group in rounds 2-7.

Bro, we re-signed the edge God in Chase Young. #sacksznloading