The future of the New Orleans Saints’ quarterback situation has become a hot topic. However, the potential draft of Texas Longhorns star Arch Manning in the coming days has added to the speculations associated with the Saints over time.
While few have pinpointed the Saints for deliberately losing games, prominent entities have not definitively floated the idea. A recent addition to the list is NFL analyst RJ Young, who claimed there might be some truth. Let’s delve into this intriguing possibility and the factors fueling Young’s bold claim.
Ex-NFL QB Accuses New Orleans Saints of Tanking to Draft Arch Manning
NFL analyst RJ Young of Fox Sports recently discussed the scenario of the New Orleans Saints strategically positioning themselves to draft Manning.
This speculation isn’t baseless, as it stems from the strong connection between the Manning family and the city of New Orleans. The city adores Arch’s grandfather, Archie Manning, a beloved former Saints quarterback. Coupled with the looming question, Derek Carr’s recent exit makes the idea of a new franchise quarterback a strong one.
While this might not seem like a problem, the concept of “tanking,” i.e., intentionally underperforming to secure a higher draft pick, is contentious in the NFL. Understandably, the potential reward of landing a top talent like Manning is appealing, but the strategy is dangerous and hurtful to the sport and the fans who love to devour every bit of it.
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Purposely losing can alienate the fan base, reduce team morale, and cultivate a losing culture that can linger long after a high draft pick arrives. Furthermore, the NFL Draft is far from guaranteed success, and even the most hyped prospects can falter professionally.
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