Overview
- Sports Illustrated's Albert Breer reports New Orleans wants a second- or third-round pick for Shaheed, and he adds that no deal is imminent.
- The Saints are seeking similar Day‑2 compensation for cornerback Alontae Taylor, which interested teams also view as rich.
- Potential landing spots for Shaheed have been identified as the Bills, Patriots, Broncos, Steelers and Seahawks based on roster needs and coaching ties.
- Tom Pelissero characterized GM Mickey Loomis as difficult to negotiate with, and Breer noted the Day‑2 demand has cooled interest.
- Shaheed is a 27-year-old pending free agent averaging 11.1 yards per catch this season, and an acquiring team would take on a little over $2 million for the rest of the year.