Eight FOX Sports football writers collaborated on a first-round projection which brought Michigan Wolverines defensive tackle prospect Mazi Smith to the New Orleans Saints. The interior line is a big priority for the Saints, so this pick would make a lot of sense late in Round 1. Here’s what FOX Sports’ Greg Auman wrote of the match:
The Saints’ defensive front has taken a hit this spring, losing David Onyemata (Falcons), Shy Tuttle (Panthers) and Kentavius Street (Eagles). They’ve replenished with two veteran signings, but New Orleans could use a jolt of youth to its defensive front, and Smith is a good match here, with Kancey gone much earlier in the round.
