The New Orleans Saints have struggled to draft competent linebackers since the Payton era began in 2006. Although this draft is not particularly deep at the linebacker position, there are a number of intriguing options the Saints could target on day 3 of the 2017 NFL draft. Before we jump into these late round prospects, let’s eliminate the players that will most likely be gone before the 4th round.
ELIMINATED FROM CONSIDERATION
Reuben Foster – Alabama – ILB
Haason Reddick – Temple – ILB/OLB/EDGE
Zach Cunningham – Vanderbilt – OLB/ILB
Ryan Anderson – Alabama – OLB/EDGE
Duke Riley – LSU – OLB/ILB
Alex Anzalone – Florida – OLB
Raekwon McMillan – Ohio State – ILB
Jarrad Davis – Florida – ILB
Anthony Walker Jr.