Saints undrafted free agents: How were they ranked before 2026 draft?
The New Orleans Saints signed nearly a dozen undrafted free agents after the 2026 NFL Draft, with defensive linemen Zxavian Harris and Michael Heldman being the top prospects according to NFL draft analysts. The Saints guaranteed $272,500 to OL Alan Herron, more than they've given any rookie free agent in years.
The New Orleans Saints signed nearly a dozen undrafted free agents after the 2026 NFL Draft. According to NFL draft analyst Thor Nystrom, defensive linemen Zxavian Harris and Michael Heldman were the top prospects. Harris was ranked No. 1 among undrafted free agents and No. 100 overall, while Heldman was ranked No. 5 among undrafted free agents and No. 141 overall. The Saints guaranteed $272,500 to OL Alan Herron, indicating a competitive market for him. Other signed prospects include RB CJ Donaldson, OL Alex Wollschlaeger, TE Cody Hardy, and DT Keeshawn Silver. The contract details suggest some of these players had a real chance at making the team.
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