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The 2020 NFL Scouting Combine will be here before we know it, and the New Orleans Saints should be on the lookout for help at wide receiver. One suggestion for a boost through this year’s draft came from NFL Media analyst Charley Casserly at NFL.com, who connected the Saints to dynamic Colorado Buffaloes wide receiver Laviska Shenault:
NEW ORLEANS SAINTS: Laviska Shenault, WR, Colorado. The Saints need a player to complement Michael Thomas and this year’s class features a ton of options. Shenault’s physicality and ball skills could add to an already-explosive offense.
Shenault has been a popular pick for the Saints in early 2020 mock drafts, with the versatile pass-catcher’s ability to line up anywhere expected to translate well in New Orleans’ offense. Beyond his expansive resume (Shenault played every receiving position at Colorado, as well as tight end and halfback), Shenault is known for his physical brand of football. He rarely shies away from contact and is a sure bet to win in contested catch situations.
And that’s very much an element of the Saints offense that has stagnated. While Thomas proved to be an all-world talent, the cupboard is bare behind him. Last year’s second-best wideout, Ted Ginn, trailed Thomas by 119 catches and is headed for free agency shortly before his 35th birthday. Whether it’s through the draft or on the open market, the Saints must invest better in the passing game.
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