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By Travis May - AtoZ Sports

The New Orleans Saints took big steps towards improving their offensive line this offseason when they drafted offensive tackles Taliese Fuaga (Oregon State) in round one and Josiah Ezirim (Eastern Kentucky) in round seven of the 2024 NFL Draft.

However, even after those draft picks were made the interior of the offensive line clearly still had some issues. Cesar Ruiz may have been a first round pick four years ago, but he's struggled in pass protection at times, allowing nearly a half dozen sacks last year. New free agent signing Olisaemeka Udoh should be a decent short-term option at guard, but he hasn't started a full season since 2021.

The good news is that general manager Mickey Loomis is bringing in some much-needed help to provide depth for all three interior offensive line spots, and perhaps push for a starting spot if either guard falters.

Lucas Patrick and his fit with the Saints​

Sources tell A to Z Sports that the Saints are signing former Green Bay Packers and Chicago Bears interior offensive lineman Lucas Patrick on a one-year deal for the veteran salary benefit around $1.2 million dollars. The Saints view the soon-to-be 31 year old as an instant security blanket and added veteran competition for both guard positions and center.

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