With wide receiver sitting high on the New Orleans Saints’ offseason checklist, the Senior Bowl couldn’t have come at a better time. The annual showcase in Mobile has been a goldmine for teams looking to uncover hidden gems and evaluate talent against top-tier competition-and this year’s group of wideouts is making a strong case across the board.
The Saints, who are looking to add depth and playmaking potential to their receiving corps, have reason to be encouraged. Several wide receivers have not only held their own but elevated their draft stock with standout performances throughout the week. Let’s take a closer look at four names who’ve made waves-and who could be intriguing fits in New Orleans.
Josh Cameron - Baylor
Josh Cameron isn’t your typical burner or route technician-but he’s got a skill set that’s hard to ignore. At 6-foot-1 and 223 pounds, he brings a physicality to the position that shows up on tape and in drills. He’s not going to win many footraces, and separation isn’t always easy for him, but what he lacks in speed, he makes up for in strength and body control.
Cameron thrives in contested-catch situations. He knows how to use his frame to shield defenders, and he’s not afraid to absorb contact to secure the ball.
His ability to track deep throws and adjust mid-air gives quarterbacks a reliable target in tight coverage. He also has a knack for using his hands subtly to create just enough space-without drawing flags.
For a Saints offense that could use a possession receiver who can win physically, Cameron is a name to keep on the radar.
Malachi Fields - Notre Dame
If you’re looking for a receiver who can stretch the field and make the spectacular look routine, Malachi Fields fits the bill. He came into Senior Bowl week with some buzz, and he backed it up in a big way-highlighted by one of the best plays of the week on a deep ball from Arkansas quarterback Taylen Green.
Fields is a big-play threat with the ability to win in multiple ways. He’s smooth in and out of breaks, has the speed to stack corners, and isn’t shy about going up and getting the football.
His body control and hands in contested situations are impressive, and he’s shown he can be a reliable target downfield. For a Saints team in need of explosive plays in the passing game, Fields could be a dynamic addition.
Ted Hurst - Georgia State
Every year, the Senior Bowl gives smaller-school prospects a chance to prove they belong-and Ted Hurst made the most of his opportunity. Coming out of Georgia State, Hurst wasn’t a household name heading into the week, but he quickly turned heads with his all-around game.
Hurst brings a compelling mix of traits: he’s got legit speed, can create after the catch, and isn’t afraid to go up for the ball in traffic. The big question heading into the week was whether he could replicate that success against a higher level of competition.
The answer? Absolutely.
Hurst didn’t just belong-he stood out. His performance throughout the week showed he can be more than just a small-school standout; he’s a legitimate NFL prospect who could bring a burst of energy to the Saints’ receiving unit.
Tyren Montgomery - John Carroll
Tyren Montgomery may have entered the week as an unknown, but by the end of Day 1, he’d made sure NFL scouts knew his name. Coming from Division III John Carroll, Montgomery faced long odds to make an impact in Mobile-but he wasted no time turning heads.
His first day of practice was eye-opening, showcasing quickness, route-running savvy, and the ability to separate. While his final day wasn’t quite as sharp, and he still has room to grow in contested situations, Montgomery did enough to put himself in the Day 3 draft conversation. For a team like the Saints, who have found value in later rounds before, Montgomery could be a developmental piece with upside.
Bottom line: the Senior Bowl wide receiver class is deep, and for a team like New Orleans with clear needs at the position, that’s welcome news. Whether it’s the physicality of Cameron, the explosiveness of Fields, the all-around playmaking of Hurst, or the raw potential of Montgomery, the Saints have options-and plenty of reason to pay close attention as the draft process unfolds.