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New Orleans Saints 2013 Draft Preview

With Sean Payton back in 2013, expect the New Orleans offense to be back to its high-powered self with a few tweaks.The Saints really need to improve the edges entrusted to protect Drew Brees. Right tackle Zach Strief wasn't all that impressive in 2012 and left tackle Jermon Bushrod, who is overrated anyway, left in free agency to Chicago.Payton has said that the team's left tackle spot keeps him up at night, which makes the position a possible first-round target.New Orleans also needs to add depth at receiver behind Marques Colston and Lance Moore, and find a new backup for Brees after Chase Daniel signed with Kansas City.The Saints defense was a mess in '12, finishing at the bottom of the league in a number of defensive categories. When Payton returned he fired coordinator Steve Spagnuolo and hired Rob Ryan to make the switch to 3-4 scheme, meaning the team must fine fits for that philosophy whether it means a true nose tackle, a five-technique end or edge pass rushers.The top three ...

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