New Orleans Saints 2015 NFL Draft: Grades and Recap

B-. The common theme of the Saints’ class returns. While Tull doesn’t have the athleticism teams usually look for in a linebacker, he will work harder than any other guy on the roster. That hard work paid off for Tull when he broke the school’s single season sack record, as well as landing in the top five in the nation in tackles for loss. Look for Tull to make some special teams contributions and to work with the second team during camp.. OLB. Chattanooga. 148TH OVERALL PICK: DAVIS TULL

C+. While Davison is traditionally a defensive tackle, he will move to defensive end behind Cameron Jordan, where the Saints were short on depth. Physically, he is a monster. He has long arms, which sport gigantic muscles and large hands, which he uses to knock the ball out of the carrier’s hands. While some don’t like his playing style, the Saints will love his size and demeanor.. DL. Fresno State. 154TH OVERALL PICK: TYELER DAVISON

CB. Georgia. 167TH OVERALL PICK: DAMIAN SWANN. C. Another theme of the Saints’ class is size. Swann is six feet tall, which will help a corner who struggles to keep up with receivers at times. He mostly works out of the slot and does a good job handling tight ends and adjusting to the run.

230TH OVERALL PICK: MARCUS MURPHY. B. Murphy is an all-purpose player who will make an impact as both a running back and as a return man. While his speed isn’t going to blow you away, his deceptive acceleration will make the difference in his game. The Special Teams faltered at points last season, so finding a versatile return man was a great move with their last pick.. RB. Missouri

B+. The Saints filled the vast majority of their needs following free agency in this year’s draft. The only reason they did not get an A is because they failed to address the receiver position. Overall, it was a very strong draft for a team looking to rebound in a weak division and return to the playoffs.. . . NEW ORLEANS SAINTS