Overview
- Reports Friday from insider Jordan Schultz said New York had discussed trading Thibodeaux and that the Saints showed strong interest, with a deal possible on Day 2 of the draft.
- After the Round 2 pick, general manager Joe Schoen told reporters there was “no truth” to trade talk for Thibodeaux, and coach John Harbaugh reiterated the plan to keep top players.
- Thibodeaux posted a Fast & Furious farewell clip on Instagram on Friday, a move outlets said fueled speculation about his status, though no trade has been announced.
- The chatter followed New York’s No. 5 selection of Ohio State pass rusher Arvell Reese, which created a deep edge group with Brian Burns and 2025 first-rounder Abdul Carter.
- Any deal would need to account for Thibodeaux’s fifth-year option of about $14.75 million for 2026 and his recent injuries, factors that outlets said could cap offers near a third-round pick as interest dating to February persists.