Saints' Mismanagement Woes: Cutting 2023 Draft Pick, Salary Cap Struggles

The New Orleans Saints are in a dire situation as they continue to struggle with salary-cap mismanagement, poor roster decisions, and a lack of success in the draft. The team's recent decision to cut 2023 second-round pick Isaiah Foskey, a defensive lineman who had zero sacks in two seasons, is just the latest example of their mismanagement.

The Saints' 2023 draft class is a major concern, as the team's first-round pick, defensive tackle Bryan Bresee, is the only player expected to have a significant role this season. The 2024 draft class is also thin, with the Saints having just two picks out of the top 149 due to impulsive trades.

The team's decision to select quarterback Tyler Shough in the second round of the 2025 draft has also raised eyebrows, as he failed to win the starting job out of preseason and may not be the long-term solution the Saints need. With the Saints projected to be among the NFL's worst teams in 2025, they may find themselves in the market for a quarterback at the top of the 2026 draft.

The Saints' rebuild looks to be a long and arduous process, with their salary-cap situation and recent draft history making it difficult to see a quick turnaround. The team's fans will have to be patient as the organization works to right the ship and return to relevance in the NFL.