The New Orleans Saints had a desperate need at offensive tackle. They just filled their biggest need with their first-round pick in this year’s draft.
The Saints select Oregon State offensive line Taliese Fuaga with the 14th overall pick.
With the 14th pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, the New Orleans Saints select OT Taliese Fuaga!#SaintsDraft | @CoxComm pic.twitter.com/ZyuvNkmd8J
— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) April 26, 2024
Check out Rob Gregson’s quick evaluation below.
Taliese Fuaga is an intriguing prospect because of his length and brute play strength, both of which project him to be a bully in the run game at the next level. Some teams believe he can continue to play and thrive at tackle, while others think a move to guard is more appropriate for his skillset. Either way, he won’t have to wait long to hear his name called come the draft. — Rob Gregson
Fuaga is a massive people mover who will automatically slot in at tackle for New Orleans.
Taliese Fuaga:
•0 Career Sacks
•98.3 Career Pass Blocking Efficiency
•23 Career Pressures allowed
•90.9 PFF Run Blocking Grade pic.twitter.com/viYFntveXW— Charlie Parker (@cmparker999) April 26, 2024
The OT took 339 pass-blocking snaps. He allowed zero sacks last season.
