Ah, maybe we had 9 picks before the trade. I heard that number somewhere. I know those positions you mentioned are definite future needs, but I am counting holes as what’s needed to step in right away and contribute. By that count, I say we have 4 main holes. WR, OT, RB, and safety. Even one playmaking receiver to pair with Thomas, along with Harris, Callaway and the others brings that group up to not be a weakness.
Really, if the Saints thought they could get the same quality players by trading back and acquiring more picks, it is certainly an option. I just don’t know if that’s in their blood to do so. If the price was right, and they had their eye on somewhere still there, I’m all for it, though. We are going to need to keep building for the future, as we lose some of our vets soon and will still face the cap issues.