Best Case Draft Scenario (Realistic)

AARPSaint said

Despite the Davenport and Turner disasters, conventional thinking says draft DE before DT. I wonder, however, if a really great DT would improve the defense more in the case of the Saints. Carr for one more year, see what Rattler offers, and hope for a better QB class in 2026.

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That's kinda changed recently. More teams are going for a stud DT over DE. This is actually a pretty good answer from
AI

In most situations, drafting a defensive tackle (DT) over a defensive end (DE) is considered a better strategy because a strong interior defensive line is often seen as more crucial for overall defensive success, as it disrupts the offensive backfield and can control the line of scrimmage, making it harder for the offense to run or pass effectively; whereas a DE primarily focuses on pressuring the quarterback from the edge.

Key points to consider:

• Impact on Run Defense:
  A strong DT can significantly hinder an opponent's running game by plugging gaps and holding the point of attack, while a DE might be more focused on rushing the passer, leaving the middle vulnerable to runs.
  
  
• Pass Rush Synergy:
  While a good DE can generate sacks, having a strong DT duo can create pocket collapse, forcing the quarterback to step up into the pocket where other rushers can get to him.