It’s unlikely Derek Carr is in New Orleans at the beginning of 2026, unless the apparent disconnect between him and the team is resolved during the season. Their vested interest in the upcoming quarterback class, shows the New Orleans Saints are preparing for the future at the position.
Whether it’s a quarterback from the next two draft classes or Spencer Rattler, Brett Kollmman of the Bootleg Football podcast, believes Taliese Fuaga, Kellen Moore and Chris Olave is a good start at building around Shedeur Sanders specifically.
“They have their left tackle, they have their WR1, and they have a head coach that understands the position. Could work there,” Kollmman posted to express why the Saints are the team in the top-10 that gives Sanders the best chance at a successful career. The thought process can be expanded beyond Sanders, however. All of these aspects would help any quarterback feel confident.
Fuaga looked like a franchise cornerstone as a rookie. New Orleans may have doubts at other parts of the offensive line, but there’s no question they have the answer at left tackle. A young quarterback will have his blindside protected from Day 1. No confidence in the offensive line can be one of the biggest hindrances to the development of a young quarterback.
Having a dependable receiving option would give the prospect someone they can immediately look to when things go wrong. It also allows him to not feel he has to do it all by himself. The security blanket of Olave gives quarterbacks a reliable option that gets open frequently with precise route running.
Lastly, Moore has often verbalized his commitment to not be steadfastly committed to one form of offense. That preference to stay versatile gives confidence he’d put the quarterback in the best position to enhance his development.
This article originally appeared on Saints Wire: Saints have some strong building blocks to support a young quarterback
It’s unlikely Derek Carr is in New Orleans at the beginning of 2026, unless the apparent disconnect between him and the team is resolved during the season. Their vested interest in the upcoming quarterback class, shows the New Orleans Saints are preparing for the future at the position.
Whether it’s a quarterback from the next two draft classes or Spencer Rattler, Brett Kollmman of the Bootleg Football podcast, believes Taliese Fuaga, Kellen Moore and Chris Olave is a good start at building around Shedeur Sanders specifically.
“They have their left tackle, they have their WR1, and they have a head coach that understands the position. Could work there,” Kollmman posted to express why the Saints are the team in the top-10 that gives Sanders the best chance at a successful career. The thought process can be expanded beyond Sanders, however. All of these aspects would help any quarterback feel confident.
Fuaga looked like a franchise cornerstone as a rookie. New Orleans may have doubts at other parts of the offensive line, but there’s no question they have the answer at left tackle. A young quarterback will have his blindside protected from Day 1. No confidence in the offensive line can be one of the biggest hindrances to the development of a young quarterback.
Having a dependable receiving option would give the prospect someone they can immediately look to when things go wrong. It also allows him to not feel he has to do it all by himself. The security blanket of Olave gives quarterbacks a reliable option that gets open frequently with precise route running.
Lastly, Moore has often verbalized his commitment to not be steadfastly committed to one form of offense. That preference to stay versatile gives confidence he’d put the quarterback in the best position to enhance his development.
This article originally appeared on Saints Wire: Saints have some strong building blocks to support a young quarterback
