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Saints Breakout Star Gearing Up for Another Impressive Season

Saints Breakout Star Gearing Up for Another Impressive Season

Summary

The New Orleans Saints are preparing for the 2026 season with hope after some difficult years. One player to watch is Kelvin Banks Jr., a rookie left tackle who performed very well in 2025 and could contribute even more this year.

Key Facts

  • The New Orleans Saints have faced challenges in recent years.
  • Kelvin Banks Jr. played left tackle for the entire 2025 season as a rookie.
  • Banks was the 9th overall pick in the draft.
  • He was ranked as the 27th best tackle by Pro Football Focus (PFF).
  • Banks performed better than experienced players Dion Dawkins and Ronnie Stanley.
  • He improved as the 2025 season went on.
  • Quarterback Tyler Shough will be playing for the Saints in 2026 and could benefit from Banks' skills.
  • Experts consider Banks an important rising star to watch for the Saints next season.
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