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New Orleans Saints safety Tyrann Mathieu (32) runs back an interception against the Philadelphia Eagles. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

New Orleans has an underrated but major need at the safety position.

By Bob Rose - Athlon Sports

The New Orleans Saints have several major roster issues to address this offseason. Salary cap issues will limit free agency spending, so much of their roster improvements must come through the draft and young player development.

Questions at quarterback is what grabs the attention of most people, but there are far bigger problems on this team than Derek Carr. Injuries exposed a thin depth chart on offense, especially the line and at wide receiver.

Age and lack of young development deteriorated a defense that plummeted to the bottom of the NFL. Star players are well past their prime, with draft choices and free agent additions not stepping up as expected.

Two positions on defense epitomize this more than any others on the roster. We'll take a look at one today, perhaps the most underrated need for the Saints this offseason. ...

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