If you’re a Saints fan dreaming about Breece Hall in black and gold, you’re not alone. The idea has been floated by analysts and embraced by some corners of the Who Dat Nation.
After all, Hall is coming off his first 1,000-yard rushing season and brings a dynamic skill set that’s hard to ignore. But when you take a closer look at the financials, the roster makeup, and how New Orleans operates, it’s clear this isn’t the right move - at least not right now.
Hall’s Talent Isn’t in Question - But the Fit Is
Let’s start with what Breece Hall brings to the table. The former Jets back is explosive, elusive, and just entering his prime.
He toted the rock 243 times last season - nearly cracking the top 10 in the league in carries - and proved he can carry a heavy workload. That kind of volume is impressive, especially for a young back still getting his footing in the league.
But here’s the thing: that workload simply wouldn’t translate in New Orleans. The Saints haven’t had a running back eclipse 200 carries in a season since Mark Ingram II did it back in 2017.
This isn’t a team that leans on a bell-cow back. They prefer a more balanced approach, and right now, they’ve already got pieces in place.
A Crowded Backfield
Alvin Kamara is still the guy in New Orleans. He may not be the same every-down threat he was a few seasons ago, but he’s still the heartbeat of the backfield. And until he hangs up his cleats, it’s hard to imagine anyone - even someone as talented as Hall - stepping in and taking over that lead role.
Then there’s Devin Neal, who showed real flashes as a rookie. When Kamara missed time, Neal stepped in and held his own, improving each week until a hamstring injury slowed his momentum. He’s expected to be a bigger part of the offense in Year 2, and the Saints have every reason to see what they’ve got in him before making a major investment elsewhere.
Adding Hall to that mix doesn’t just create a logjam - it risks creating a locker room dynamic that doesn’t benefit anyone. Hall wants touches.
He needs touches to be effective. But in New Orleans, those touches would be split three ways, and no one wins in that scenario.
The Cap Crunch
Now let’s talk dollars and cents. The Saints are projected to have around $27 million in cap space in 2026 - and that’s if everything breaks right.
Hall’s projected market value? Roughly $41.5 million over four years.
That’s a huge chunk of the pie for a position the Saints don’t prioritize financially.
It’s not that Hall isn’t worth a healthy contract. It’s that the Saints, with their current financial structure and needs elsewhere on the roster, simply can’t afford to spend that much on a running back who wouldn’t even be the clear-cut No. 1.
Mickey Loomis and the front office are known for creative cap maneuvering, but even they have limits. Committing that kind of money to Hall would likely mean sacrificing depth or flexibility in other areas - and that’s a tough sell for a team still trying to shore up its offensive line and secondary.
Better Options in the Draft
If New Orleans wants to add fresh legs to the backfield, the upcoming draft is the smarter play. This year’s class is deep with intriguing talent - names like Jeremiyah Love, Kaelon Black, and Nicholas Singleton all offer upside without the hefty price tag.
The Saints have had success developing young backs before, and with Kamara still in the fold, there’s no pressure to find an instant star. They can afford to be patient and build for the future.
Bottom Line
Breece Hall is a talented back with a bright future, but the Saints aren’t the right fit - not from a usage standpoint, and certainly not from a financial one. With Kamara still leading the charge and Neal poised to grow, New Orleans would be better served investing elsewhere. The draft offers more flexibility, more value, and fewer headaches.
Hall may find a home where he can be the guy. But in New Orleans, he’d be just another name in a crowded room - and a pricey one at that.