2018 Key Additions: Once again, the New Orleans Saints grabbed a former member of the Carolina Panthers when made available. A year after signing wideout Ted Ginn and linebacker A.J. Klein, the club inked free safety Kurt Coleman. Sean Payton’s squad also welcomed back a trio of players who had previously played for the organization in offensive lineman Jermon Bushrod, cornerback Patrick Robinson and tight end Benjamin Watson. However, the biggest payoffs may come from newcomers such as inside linebacker Demario Davis and wide receiver Cameron Meredith. And on the first night of the draft, the organization moved up in the first round to grab pass-rushing threat Marcus Davenport (Texas-San Antonio).
Offseason Review: General manager Mickey Loomis and the club did a solid job filling any holes on this club. The Saints’ defense came a long way in a short time a year ago and the signings of Davis, Coleman and Robinson hope to add a little more play-making potential to this group. Payton’s change in offensive philosophy following some early problems a year ago could pave the way for this team to get back to the “Big Game” for only the second time in franchise history. All told, it has been a very-effective offseason for a club that entered 2017 in a continuous 7-9 rut.