With the 9th Pick in the 2025 draft, who should the Saints select? (merged)

SWJJ said
I know everyone thinks Jeanty is a generational player, and while he is an intriguing prospect, He hasn't ever really played anyone. The only good defense he played (Penn State) held him to under 4 yards per carry. Not overwhelming. He has great vision and burst, but doesn't really have that 5th gear to pull away. I'd change my position on him if he runs a sub 4.5 at the draft, but he's not gonna outrun NFL DBs like he does Mountain West DBs. I think other running back prospects like Omarion Hampton, Kaleb Johnson, and Quinshon Judkins are all as equally likely to be legitimate capable feature backs in the NFL. If I could have any of the above, AND an additional draft pick in the mid 20s to get an elite TE like Loveland or Warren, I'd take that over just Jeanty ALL DAY.

Kamara didn't post great numbers with Tennessee either. Matter of fact, I believe he was under 1000 yards rushing in both his seasons with Tennessee. Kamara did have the drive to keep pushing to be better. One thing that I liked about him, but I think at that time, CSP was looking for a replacement for Cadet? I don't remember, but Mark Ingram was also our star RB.

Not to say Jeanty will be good or bad, but I wouldn't dislike the pick if that's what the front office chooses. I still think o-line and defensive front should be a higger priority.