By Devin Jackson | LWOS
The New Orleans Saints offense was one of the most dynamic offenses in the National Football League last season despite not having a true number two wide receiver and downfield threat at tight end. Future Hall of Fame quarterback Drew Brees is entering what could be his final season. Brees can no longer carry the Saints throwing for over 5,000 yards and over 40 touchdowns. Those days are finished. It is time to put requisite weapons around an aging Brees. The Saints have not had a dynamic downfield threat at tight end since Jimmy Graham. Here is a look at the Saints tight end prospects.
New Orleans Saints Tight End Prospects
Free Agents
Former Oakland Raiders tight end Jared Cook is at the top of the list. Cook is coming off his best statistical season in his 10-year career, catching 68 passes for 896 yards and six touchdowns, all career highs. While Cook may not be as explosive as Travis Kelce or Eric Ebron, Cook can still create mismatches when being guarded by linebackers or safeties. Durability is another thing Cook brings. Jared Cook has only missed 11 of a possible 160 games, which is staggering. The Saints are already been linked to Cook in terms of contract talk, so it should be interesting to see if they can seal the deal.
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