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The New Orleans Saints shocked the NFL world by picking Michigan offensive lineman Cesar Ruiz with the 24th pick in the first round of this year’s draft, and reactions were predictably split. Here’s how fans, media personalities, and observers from around the league reacted to the move:
The Saints bolstering their already great OL is an example of how good teams stay good. pic.twitter.com/g7WUhRSuhE
— Mina Kimes (@minakimes) April 24, 2020
The #Saints are so good at this. Ruiz is a stud. Didn't expect it but it's a great pick
— Jon Ledyard (@LedyardNFLDraft) April 24, 2020
Ruiz, man. I'm so happy for that dude.
— Trevor Sikkema (@TampaBayTre) April 24, 2020
Interesting pick here for the Saints! Not upset, just thought there were other needs. Ruiz is the best IOL in the draft, and he will add some great depth to the group! #WelcomeToNOLA https://t.co/valdTMsYAy
— Andrew Gullotta (@AndrewGullotta) April 24, 2020
Just To Get Y’all Up To Speed. The Saints Basically Go Replace The Contract Of Ruiz For Warford’s Next Year So They Can Pay Kamara !
— heavydsuckerfree (@heavsuckerfree) April 24, 2020
I felt pretty certain the a Saints would go offensive line in the first round but thought they’d have to move up to get their guy. Never heard of Ruiz, but then again I didn’t know Ramczyk either. Hope this goes as well as that did.
— Wallace Delery (@WallaceDelery) April 24, 2020
We didn't cheer the Ramczyk or McCoy picks and they became excellent lineman for the Saints. Taking Ruiz is a good pick and a need for the Saints
— Lowell Cormier 🇺🇸🐾 (@lowell_cormier) April 24, 2020
hey saints folks, the interior of the line is the reason we lost to minnesota.
the Ruiz pick just solidified our offensive line as arguably the best in the NFL when healthy.
it’s not a sexy pick, but it gives Brees & the offense the best chance to succeed. just take a breath!
— ﾑᄃん (@TrillTaysom) April 24, 2020
Anybody who hates the Ruiz pick…just remember there were reports Saints were pursuing top Guards in free agency and then resigned Peat when there weren’t many options left. Anxiety and worry set in every time Peat has been hurt for me. I miss Kelemete.
— Brittan Duhon (Beedee) (@bduhon55) April 24, 2020
No surprise to see the #Saints take a lineman in the first round, or with their first overall selection, when it’s what they’ve done every year since 2015. Peat, Rankins, Ramczyk, Davenport, McCoy and now Ruiz.
— Christopher Dabe (@cmdabe) April 24, 2020
After the Saints loss to the Vikings everyone immediately pointed out how bad the OL performed. Now people don't want OL help?
— Chris Rosvoglou (@RosvoglouReport) April 24, 2020
🙌 CESAR RUIZ GOES TO NEW ORLEANS! @_OverCees
The @Saints have selected him with the No. 24 pick in the #NFLDraft. #ProBlue
[Draft update presented by @meijer] pic.twitter.com/gIztCBZ9DO
— Michigan Football (@UMichFootball) April 24, 2020
A lot of #Saints fans have issues with drafting OL, but, Ryan R., Erik M. and Andrus P. have all worked out for them. It's a smart pick, but not sexy.
You know what, big guys are sexy too.
— Deuce Windham (@RevDeuceWindham) April 24, 2020
Saints and versatile offensive lineman: a tale as old as time.
— Andrew Lopez (@_Andrew_Lopez) April 24, 2020
Two straight years the Saints use their top pick on an interior offensive lineman.
— Luke Johnson (@ByLukeJohnson) April 24, 2020
With the 24th overall selection in the 2020 NFL Draft, the New Orleans Saints select…
Cesar Ruiz, C, Michigan pic.twitter.com/YuwZEIjinz
— PFF (@PFF) April 24, 2020
Cesar I going to need them rivalry game bets straight up 😂 but most importantly congratulations!
— Michael Thomas (@Cantguardmike) April 24, 2020
Night y’all pic.twitter.com/J5r6eXFTbw
— cameron jordan (@camjordan94) April 24, 2020
Nope I’m up… we don’t have any glaring holes, love the pick Depth for the OL could be huge down the stretch if he can play multiple positions, wondering if we making any more moves… trust the mad scientist #whodat
— cameron jordan (@camjordan94) April 24, 2020