Paulson

Adebo

Adebo has been sidelined for the past two games because of the hamstring issue. He did not practice in any capacity last week. A limited session to open this week is a step in the right direction. We will know more about his status on Friday.

Also out for the Saints are cornerback Paulson Adebo and safety Jordan Howden. Even down multiple starting members of their secondary, the Saints will still be a tough matchup for Baker Mayfield.

The Saints also announced the signings of the rest of their draft class. Turner moved to the outside of the defensive line in his junior season at Houston so it may take him some time to continue adjusting as he hits the pro level. However, he has all of the physical tools necessary to exceed with the Saints and should be an impactful player from Week 1. To create the necessary cap space, New Orleans restructured Marshon Lattimore’s contract. Lattimore was on the fifth-year option of his rookie deal and is currently in extension talks with the team.

Adebo (6'1/192) is the definition of a ballhawk. In two seasons as a starter, Adebo recorded a whopping 27 passes defended, in addition to eight interceptions. No matter the coverage assignment, Adebo has a knack for getting his hand on passes once they enter his vicinity. To no surprise, Adebo netted first-team All Pac-12 in both seasons, making him one of the more decorated DBs in this class. Adebo did choose to opt out of the 2020 season, however, so he missed out on potentially putting up three seasons of outrageous production. On film, Adebo is not a true burner, but he has smooth enough hips and has nice click-and-close ability when working back to the ball. If Adebo can prove he has the muscle to contend with NFL WRs, he is set to fit in any number of schemes. Adebo is also an energetic, willing tackler. Adebo shows some shades of a discount version of Atlanta Falcons CB A.J. Terrell.