New Saints WR Jordyn Tyson Draws Interesting Player Comparison
The New Orleans Saints selected former Arizona State wide receiver Jordyn Tyson eighth overall in the 2026 NFL Draft despite his injury history, with team officials expressing strong confidence in his talent and recovery. Tyson, who drew comparisons to Green Bay's Christian Watson due to similar injury struggles and athletic potential, missed key draft events but impressed in a private workout. He joins Chris Olave and is expected to play a significant role in the Saints' developing offense under head coach Kellen Moore.
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By Megan ArmstrongShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.Former Arizona State wide receiver Jordyn Tyson was the most intriguing prospect in the 2026 NFL Draft.Tyson's talent alone dictated that he should be the first receiver off the board in the first round, but his extensive injury history inserted question marks. Ultimately, former Ohio State standout Carnell Tate was the first receiver taken when the Tennessee Titans selected him fourth overall. But Tyson didn't have to wait much longer.The New Orleans Saints selected Tyson eighth overall, proving that his glowingly reviewed private workout from April 17 salvaged his draft stock on April 23.
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