The Saints still have some question marks on their roster following the 2025 NFL Draft. Luckily for them, there are still some viable options in free agency. Here are three free agents the Saints should target going into next season.
Keenan Allen
Keenan Allen would be a perfect addition for the Saints. New Orleans didn’t select a wide receiver in the draft so adding one in free agency would be wise going into 2024. Allen’s style of play complements that of Chris Olave, Rashid Shaheed and Brandin Cooks. He is able to be a big-bodied receiver capable of making contested catches for either Tyler Shough or Spencer Rattler. Regardless of who’s at quarterback, giving them a reliable option like Allen is beneficial.
Allen is an established 12 year veteran in the league who has made six pro bowls. He has racked up 974 receptions for 11,274 yards and 66 touchdowns in his illustrious career. His production still remains formidable at 33 years old. In 2024, he totaled 70 receptions, 744 yards and 7 touchdowns with the Bears.
Amari Cooper
Similarly to Keenan Allen, Amari Cooper would be an invaluable addition to the development of either Tyler Shough or Spencer Rattler. Cooper is an excellent route runner who has an uncanny ability to always be in a position for the quarterback to see. While under duress, he would give the quarterback a viable option for them to dish the ball too.
Cooper spent time with both the Browns and the Bills in 2024. Combined, he had 44 receptions for 507 yards and four touchdowns. The five-time pro bowler still has the ability to impact an offense at 30 years old.
Brandon Scherff
The Saints drafted Kelvin Banks ninth overall but that doesn’t mean they should be done with the offensive line. On paper their offensive line looks great when slotting either Banks or Penning in at guard. However, the Saints haven’t been able to stay healthy which makes it necessary to have solid back ups. Brandon Scherff would be a perfect addition who could start on week one if someone isn’t ready or be a starting-caliber backup.
Scherff had an impressive 2024 season that flew under the radar as he was on the Jaguars. The most important thing to note is that he started all 17 games for Jacksonville, that reliability is critical for New Orleans. In his 625 pass block snaps he didn’t surrender a single sack and only allowed 17 pressures according to PFF. This production is what the Saints need to protect their quarterback of the future.