Today, we will continue to analyze the biggest draft needs of each team in the Southern Division of the National League. First of all, let's review the status of the first round of the national south four teams: the top pick in the southern district of the national league is the Black Panthers, who have the first round of the No. 6 pick. In the 2 picks behind them, the Falcons hold the no. 8 pick in the first round. Just one step away from the playoffs, the Saints held the No. 18 pick in the first round, while last season's Guonan champion Pirates had a No. 27 pick at the end of the first round.
Atlanta Falcon
Team needs: rush passer, outside receiver, quarterback
The Falcons' passing was very weak last season, with the team completing only 17 tackles in the entire season. Of those, 4.5 times came from Dante Fowler Jr., who had left the team. The most single tackles other players have done last season were just a pitiful 2. Although the Falcons signed Lorenzo Carter in the free agent market, their passing depth still needs to be strengthened.
In addition, with russell Gage's departure and Calvin Ridley's suspension, the Falcon's outside receivership is also in urgent need of an upgrade to find another reliable catch target besides "Slightly Shocking" Kyle Pitts. And after trading the team's façade quarterback Matt Lane to the Colts, they also need to find the next quarterback. While the team is willing to give Mariota a new chance, it makes sense if they take a fancy to another quarterback in the draft.
Carolina Panther
Team requirements: quarterback, left cutout, center guard
Compared to the Falcons, the Panthers have a greater need for quarterbacks. Danold plummeted in form after the opening three consecutive wins and was later affected by injuries. In desperation, the Panthers even invited the "old superman" Cam Newton, who had been semi-retired, but his performance was difficult to satisfy. Although There are still Baker Mayfield and Jimmy Gallo polo on the current trading market, if the Panthers are not interested in them, it is only in the draft.
In addition, left-winger Cameron Irving is located downstream in the league both pass protection and rush cover, and the Panthers will also strengthen the left interceptor if they have the opportunity. Looking back at the defensive group, the center lineback is obviously the weakest position in their defensive group. Damien Wilson is currently the only person on the team who can play the center guard, and although he has occasionally played brilliant performances last season, the Panthers' center guard is far from enough in terms of talent and depth.
New Orleans Saints
Team needs: left cutout, outside receiver, defensive cutout
After losing the main left-winger Tyrone Armsted in the free agent market, the left-wing interception became the biggest gap in the Saints lineup. Because, the Saints' current roster does not have a player who can play the starting left side. If they had identified James Winston as the answer to the team's quarterback position, the task of finding a blind protector for him would not be delayed.
At the same time, the Saints' catch lineup is not satisfactory. Last season, the Saints didn't even have a player who caught more than 700 yards. Although they have ushered in the return of star outsider Michael Thomas, his status without playing in a year is still unknown. Defensively, both of the Saints' defensive interceptors are below the league average and are another position to reinforce.
Tampa Bay Pirates
Team needs: defensive ends, rushing passes, defensive forwards
Compared to the other three teams, the Pirates' lineup is obviously more complete. Their biggest problem is defending the front seven, especially the rushing passes. The Pirates, who play a 3-4 defensive formation, need reinforcements, both defensive ends and dashing passes. N'Damkun Su has yet to return, but even if he does, he will turn 35 and another defensive end, William Golston, is 30 years old and need to breathe a little fresh energy into the defensive front.
As just mentioned, the out-of-the-box passer is also a position for the Pirates to reinforce, and Shaquil Barrett alone is clearly not enough. In addition, the Pirates' two defenders last season, Ali Mapet and Alex Kapa, left the team in succession this offseason, with the former retiring and the latter choosing to sign with the Tigers. Although the team quickly traded Shaq Mason from the Patriots to supplement the loopholes in the right interception, the left interception will still be one of the needs of the team.
Which team are you most optimistic about solving team loopholes?