Saints take new OT, two Ole Miss Rebels drafted in first round of 2025 NFL Draft

After an exciting first night of the NFL Draft, the New Orleans Saints have their newest addition and a few former Ole Miss Rebels are off the board.

With the ninth overall pick, the Saints select Offensive Tackle Kelvin Banks Jr. out of Texas, looking to fill a big need on the offensive line.

Two Ole Miss Rebels were picked in the first round as well as the Arizona Cardinals selected standout Defensive Tackle Walter Nolen with the 16th pick.

Quarterback Jaxson Dart was picked 25th by the New York Giants.

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