Overview

• Kelvin Banks Jr., a decorated offensive tackle from Texas, was selected by the Saints with the No. 9 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.
• Banks, aged 21, brings an impressive resume, including the 2024 Outland Trophy, Lombardi Award, and unanimous All-American honors.
• This marks the second consecutive year the Saints have used their first-round pick on an offensive tackle, emphasizing a focus on offensive line strength.
• The team opted not to draft a quarterback, leaving uncertainty around Derek Carr's shoulder injury and the future of the position.
• A viral moment during the draft featured Banks' infant son vomiting on live TV, blending a personal narrative into the high-profile event.