By Travis May - AtoZ Sports
The New Orleans Saints took big steps towards improving their offensive line this offseason when they drafted offensive tackles Taliese Fuaga (Oregon State) in round one and Josiah Ezirim (Eastern Kentucky) in round seven of the 2024 NFL Draft.
However, even after those draft picks were made the interior of the offensive line clearly still had some issues. Cesar Ruiz may have been a first round pick four years ago, but he's struggled in pass protection at times, allowing nearly a half dozen sacks last year. New free agent signing Olisaemeka Udoh should be a decent short-term option at guard, but he hasn't started a full season since 2021.
The good news is that general manager Mickey Loomis is bringing in some much-needed help to provide depth for all three interior offensive line spots, and perhaps push for a starting spot if either guard falters.
Lucas Patrick and his fit with the Saints
Sources tell A to Z Sports that the Saints are signing former Green Bay Packers and Chicago Bears interior offensive lineman Lucas Patrick on a one-year deal for the veteran salary benefit around $1.2 million dollars. The Saints view the soon-to-be 31 year old as an instant security blanket and added veteran competition for both guard positions and center.Read the Full Story - AtoZ Sports | Discussion
ARTICLES FROM NEWORLEANS.FOOTBALL (PAY SITE):
> Mike Triplett: Why Saints are auditioning first-rounder Taliese Fuaga at left tackle
> Nick Underhill: How OC Klint Kubiak had the offense looking, sounding different
ARTICLES FROM SAINTS NEWS NETWORK | SI:
> John Hendrix: What Did We See And Learn At Saints Rookie Minicamp?
> Ross Jackson: New Faces Impress... Saints Rookie Round-Up Minicamp Takeaways
> Bob Rose: New Orleans Saints May Look Into One Of These Available Safeties Before Training Camp
> Kyle T. Mosley: Saints Rookie Minicamp Has Players With A Louisiana Connection
> Bob Rose: Former New Orleans Saints Edge Rusher Facing Legal Issues Again
> John Hendrix: Saints Practice Facility Renovations Look To Be Completed By November
OTHER SOURCES:
> AtoZ Sports: New Orleans Saints playing rookie Taliese Fuaga at LT during camp after he played RT in college
> AtoZ Sports: Saints rookie QB dominates in first action with team
> New Orleans Saints: OC Klint Kubiak and staff teaching Saints basics of the new offense
> New Orleans Saints: Saints renovations will help create one of the 'best facilities in the NFL
> New Orleans Saints: Five Things to Know About the Saints for Saturday, May 11
OTHER SAINTS RELATED NEWS:
Saints star proves his faith in the team's new offensive coordinator
The New Orleans Saints implemented a new offense during this offseason. Klint Kubiak heads the new staff as offensive coordinator. He's already gotten to work with some of the top players on the offensive depth chart.
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5 takeaways from Saints rookie minicamp: Fuaga at LT, early injury concerns, more
The New Orleans Saints rookies got on the field in front of the media for the first time on Saturday, and there were a few surprises. See our top takeaways on WWL and Audacy.
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Hebert: Spencer Rattler looked the part at Saints rookie minicamp
The New Orleans Saints have a lot of intriguing storylines going into the 2024 season, but likely none with more upside that 5th round QB Spencer Rattler. See what Bobby Hebert had to say about Saints rookie minicamp on WWL and Audacy.
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WATCH NOW: Saints rookie DB Kool-Aid McKinstry talks about his rehab and learning the playbook
WATCH NOW: Saints rookie DB Kool-Aid McKinstry talks about his rehab and learning the playbook
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WATCH NOW: New Saints offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak tells us how he'll reinvigorate the offense
WATCH NOW: New Saints offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak tells us how he'll reinvigorate the offense
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Three selections from Saints' draft class miss rookie minicamp practices. Here's why
Kool-Aid McKinstry sat out of the New Orleans Saints’ rookie minicamp because he was still recovering from foot surgery.
Dennis Allen reveals which tackle spot first-rounder Taliese Fuaga will play in camp
Fuaga started 25 games at right tackle during his time at Oregon State.
Kubiak begins work at Saints rookie minicamp
The addition of Kubiak issues in an new era of offense in New Orleans after almost 20 years of the Sean Payton system.
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DA: Taliese Fuaga working at Left Tackle for now
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Dennis Lauscha explains why the Saints might not host fans at training camp in California
New Orleans Saints president Dennis Lauscha said Saturday that the team would like to host fans at training camp practices when the team heads to California this summer, but added
A look at all the Saints draft pick’s contracts and the one rookie who hasn’t signed yet
New Orleans has six of its seven draft picks signed to a rookie contract.
Ranking the Top 5 New Orleans Saints Quarterbacks of All Time
It's Drew Brees, then everyone else, when it comes to the top New Orleans Saints quarterbacks of all time.
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New Orleans Saints Break Silence On Attitude Concerns Stemming From Spencer Rattler Video
Spencer Rattler is one of the most polarizing quarterback prospects in recent NFL history and it dates all of the way back to high school. Despite all of
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Expect Chris Olave to take things to another level as Saints No. 1 receiver in 2024
Wide receiver Chris Olave is entering his third season with the New Orleans Saints and is the unquestioned No. 1 receiver going into the year.
Inside look: Saints show status of $12M renovations for weight room, dining facility
The New Orleans Saints have a lot of work happening at their practice facility these days, and that extends far beyond the field and classrooms. See more on WWL and Audacy.
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Tyrann Mathieu details how Saints players feel about Dennis Allen
The Saints safety has played for several defensive-minded coaches in his 11 years in the NFL.
Saints quarterback Derek Carr named to a list that players hope to avoid
As Derek Carr prepares for his second season with the New Orleans Saints, he has been named to a list that players typically don’t want to be apart of.
PODCASTS & VIDEO:
.. Dennis Allen & The New Orleans Saints LOVED These ROOKIES @ Camp... (Spencer Rattler, Bub Means)
.. Bobby Hebert’s Saints rookie minicamp takeaways: Spencer Rattler looks the part 
.. Saints draft picks working at Rookie Minicamp
.. SAINTS ROOKIE MINI CAMP HIGHLIGHTS | SPENCER RATTLER, TALIESE FUAGA
.. REPORT: Saints NOT Happy With Alontae Taylor + Saints Should Explore Dan Moore Jr. Trade Rumors
.. 2024 Saints Rookie Minicamp Highlights Day 2 | New Orleans Saints
,, 2024 Saints Rookie Minicamp Practice Report 5/11/24
.. Klint Kubiak interview | Saints Rookie Minicamp 5/11/2024
.. Taliese Fuaga interview | Saints Rookie Minicamp 5/11/2024
.. Spencer Rattler interview | Saints Rookie Minicamp 5/11/2024
.. Bub Means interview | Saints Rookie Minicamp 5/11/2024
.. Khristian Boyd interview | Saints Rookie Minicamp 5/11/2024
.. Kool-Aid McKinstry interview | Saints Rookie Minicamp 5/11/2024
.. Saints President Dennis Lauscha gives an update on facility renovations
.. Saints 1st round pick Taliese Fuaga took snaps at LT today at Rookie Minicamp, what does that mean?
.. Saints rookie minicamp highlights: See action from Spencer Rattler, young pass-catchers and more
.. New Orleans Saints Spencer Rattler, Klint Kubiak Highlight Rookie Minicamp Standout
.. Saints Rookie Minicamp Highlights, Day 2 - May 11, 2024 
.. Spencer Rattler Looks Sharp At New Orleans Saints Rookie Camp
.. Former Saints OL On Taliese Fuaga NFL Transition | Can Trevor Penning Become RELIABLE Starter?
.. Saints Rookie Minicamp Observations and Takeaways
.. Will Spencer Rattler win the Saints backup QB job?
.. Spencer Rattler SENDS STRONG MESSAGE to Saints QB Room
.. Tour of Saints facility multi-million dollar renovations
.. Khristian Boyd Highlights, New Orleans Saints | DT 2024 NFL Draft, (Round 6, Pick 23) Northern Iowa
.. Get To Kneaux: Kyler Baugh New Orleans Saints DT
.. Saints 2024 Rookie Mini Camp Insights | Coach Dennis Allen Speaks
.. 1997 Saints coverage Part 1a: Mike Ditka press conference & TV special "Can Ditka Do It?"> SAINTS DISCUSSION BOARD
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.. PPR Deep Dive: #Pelicans Blueprint: Strategic Moves for the Offseason> PELICANS DISCUSSION BOARD
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