New Orleans Saints: 7-Round 2020 mock draft after Wild Card loss

When at full strength, you like what the Saints interior defensive line brings to the table, anchored by Sheldon Rankins. Health has been an issue with this group, however, which has left them looking a bit lackluster at times. Thus, adding some rotational and depth pieces to the mix sounds like an ideal option for the beginning of Day 3 and Jason Strowbridge fits the bill.

The former Tar Heel is not an every-down player right now but he has the length and play-strength that will entice NFL teams. Bringing him into the fold as a situational pass-rusher on the interior makes a lot of sense for New Orleans and, with some further technical development, Strowbridge could be a steal as a standout rotational piece in the trenches.

Some may turn their nose up at the notion of waiting this long to address the need at wide receiver and that’s understandable. However, with a strong free agency class set to become available and with a deep wide receiver class in the draft, it’s more prudent for New Orleans to wait at the position, especially after going quarterback in the first round.

Kalija Lipscomb could come in and help the Saints offense right away. As a sixth-rounder, he’s obviously not an elite player and has room for improvement, particularly in terms of athleticism and physicality with bigger defenders. However, he brings a strong route-running ability and good footwork that’s ready for the NFL, which should give him success in Payton’s offense.