Saints eye Notre Dame cornerback Leonard Moore in 2027 draft scenarios
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 7:07 PM
Last updated Jul 8, 2026
The New Orleans Saints may target Notre Dame cornerback Leonard Moore with the eighth overall pick in the 2027 NFL Draft, as indicated by a mock draft from Paul M. Banks. Moore has garnered attention for his standout performances at Notre Dame, earning multiple honors, including being a unanimous All-American. While the Saints' primary need is at edge rusher, Banks suggests they may go for the best player available if their preferred options are not on the board. Moore's impressive stats and skills make him a potential fit, particularly as the Saints may need depth at cornerback due to contract situations with current players. Training camp approaches, prompting analysis and speculation about the team's draft strategy.
- •Leonard Moore could be the Saints' pick at No. 8 in 2027.
- •Moore earned unanimous All-American honors and multiple award nominations.
- •Saints aim to address cornerback needs amid potential contract changes.
- •Training camp is imminent, leading to draft scenario discussions.
- 7:07 PMYahoo Sports — Will Saints pick high enough in 2027 to get Notre Dame's Leonard Moore?
"Leonard Moore played his way onto every award watchlist you could think of at Notre Dame. Will the Saints be picking high enough to draft him in 2027?
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