In What World Are You Drafting Sanders Over Dart? Saints Go QB in Latest Mock
In What World Are You Drafting Sanders Over Dart? Saints Go QB in Latest Mock
In a surprising twist that’s raising eyebrows across the NFL landscape, a new mock draft has the New Orleans Saints selecting quarterback Shedeur Sanders over Jaxson Dart — a move that’s ignited debate among analysts and fans alike.
The mock, released earlier this week, projects the Saints using their first-round pick on Colorado’s Shedeur Sanders, the son of NFL legend Deion Sanders, passing over Ole Miss standout Jaxson Dart. While both quarterbacks have shown immense talent and leadership in college, Dart has consistently been seen as the more polished NFL prospect, with a strong arm, elite pocket awareness, and proven success in the SEC.
“Shedeur is a great story and has shown promise, but Dart is the more complete quarterback right now,” one analyst commented. “If the Saints are serious about contending soon, Dart seems like the safer bet.”
However, the pick may come down to more than just on-field performance. Sanders brings a marketable name, charisma, and high football IQ — intangibles that some teams value just as much as mechanics. His ability to make plays under pressure and extend drives with his mobility has scouts intrigued, even if his numbers haven’t always matched Dart’s consistency.
For the Saints, who have struggled to find long-term stability at quarterback since Drew Brees’ retirement, the selection could signal a bold new direction. But it’s not without risk. Critics argue that drafting Sanders over Dart could backfire if the young quarterback isn’t ready to handle the NFL’s demands out of the gate.
With the draft still weeks away, debates like these will only intensify. One thing is certain: this pick, if it happens, will be one of the most talked-about moments of draft night.
