Morning Break: Saints draft Jordyn Tyson, 2026 NFL Draft Day 1

Morning Break: Saints draft Jordyn Tyson, 2026 NFL Draft Day 1

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24 Apr 2026, 19:30 GMT+

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Rod Walker: Special night for Saints' draft pick Jordyn Tyson makes his NBA big brother proud

Jordyn Tyson was in Pittsburgh Thursday night for the biggest night of his life. His brother Jaylon, who plays for the NBA's Cleveland Cavaliers, was 300 miles away in Toronto, having one of the biggest nights of his life in a playoff game against the Raptors.SEE MORE>>

Here are 11 players who could make sense for the Saints on Day 2 of the 2026 NFL draft.

One position of need has been addressed, but which one will follow? The New Orleans Saints selected Arizona State receiver Jordyn Tyson with the No. 8 pick, giving them an explosive complement to Chris Olave and providing some immediate help to young quarterback Tyler Shough.SEE MORE>>

Jordyn Tyson lets the emotions flow after being picked in the 1st round by the Saints

Showing plenty of emotion, Arizona State wide receiver Jordyn Tyson took a knee moments before hitting the 2026 NFL Draft stage after being drafted by the New Orleans Saints in Pittsburgh on Thursday night.SEE MORE>>

The Saints draft Arizona State WR Jordyn Tyson at No. 8 to pair with quarterback Tyler Shough

In the minutes after he received a phone call from the New Orleans Saints, Jordyn Tyson became overwhelmed with emotion.SEE MORE>>

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New Orleans Saints energize offense with addition of receiver Jordyn Tyson

After Jordyn Tyson was selected by the New Orleans Saints in the first round of the NFL Draft with the eighth overall pick, the Arizona State receiver conducted his first interview through teary eyes.SEE MORE>>

Jordyn Tyson: Five things to know about the Saints' 2026 first round draft pick

Get to know Jordyn Tyson, the Arizona State wide receiver drafted No. 8 overall by the New Orleans Saints in the 2026 NFL Draft. Here are five key facts, stats and background details about the Saints' first-round draft pick.SEE MORE>>

Saints draft Jordyn Tyson with No. 8 pick in 2026 NFL Draft

The New Orleans Saints drafted Arizona State WR Jordyn Tyson with the No. 8 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.SEE MORE>>

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2026 NFL Draft: Saints pick Arizona State WR Jordyn Tyson with No. 8 overall selection

A year ago, the New Orleans Saints struck gold in the second round with their selection of quarterback Tyler Shough. Now, they're building around him.SEE MORE>>

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