Practice notes from Day 1 of the Senior Bowl

We’ve got the latest buzz and practice notes from Day 1 of the Senior Bowl on Hendon Hooker, Tyjae Spears, and O’Cyrus Torrence, via @RossJacksonNOLA and @MaddyHudak_94:

The Senior Bowl has become the premier destination for thousands of draft analysts, media members, NFL coaches, scouts and more to get an early look at NFL draft prospects. The New Orleans Saints are heavily involved in this year’s Senior Bowl coaching staff with four members serving in various roles. That means the Saints brass is getting an up-close-and-personal look at what this year’s class has to offer.

While the quarterback class in Mobile, Ala. this year is a bit lighter than in year’s past, they will certainly be a focus for New Orleans. But so too will the trenches, running backs and other premium players who made the trip to Alabama this winter. Know what the Saints would be interested in and where their attention would be, here are our observations from Day 1 of Senior Bowl practice: