Here Are 3 Interesting Facts About New Orleans Saints Draft Pick Jordyn Tyson

The New Orleans Saints considered pulling some aggressive maneuvers during the 2026 NFL Draft to secure their target. But at the end of the night, they didn't have to do anything for their player to fall to their pick.

But, after we learned who the Saints were targeting in the NFL Draft, we might have all been playing into a giant smokescreen from the Saints. They might have been trying to make the other teams eyeing their target to feel like the Saints were out on this player, meaning they didn't need to trade ahead of them.

Not matter how they got there, the Saints officially selected Arizona State wide receiver Jordyn Tyson with the 8th overall pick of the draft.

The 3 Interesting Facts Saints Fans Should Know About Tyson

Tyson arrives in New Orleans with an established profile of speed and precise route-running capabilities. The reaction to his draft phone call immediately displayed a serious...business-first approach to his professional transition.

First, Jordyn comes from a very athletic family. His father, John Tyson, played football at Florida A&M from 1989 to 1991. One of his older brothers, Berron Tyson, played college football for South Alabama, and is now a Director of Athletic Performance for South Alabama athletics. His other brother, Jaylon Tyson, was a First Round NBA Draft Pick of the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Second, he played his high school football in Texas. Tyson spent his Junior year at Independence High School, before transferring to renowned Texas powerhouse Allen High School. His recruiting profile listed him as a 3-star prospect, ranked as the 208th best recruit in Texas his senior year. Tyson ended up signing with Colorado out of high school, before transferring to Arizona State.

Finally, he developed under former NFL receiver Hines Ward during his time at Arizona State...which provided direct exposure to professional offensive concepts before he ever signed a contract. His overall draft position reflects the specific belief that he can become a primary target early in his rookie campaign.

What the Saints offense looks like with Tyson included

The addition of Tyson instantly forces opposing defenses to account for multiple deep threats on the field. He is projected to operate as a direct complement to Chris Olave...which will immediately open up intermediate routes by stretching the defensive secondary vertically.

Adding Tyson to an offense that already got a boost in free agency through the signing of running back Travis Etienne Jr., puts the whole NFC South on notice that the Saints are going offense-first. This team is ready to put up points at any moment.

This exact schematic alignment is expected to directly benefit quarterback Tyler Shough by providing a reliable target who can create rapid separation at the line of scrimmage. The entire offensive structure shifts from methodical possession drives to absolute quick-strike capabilities with this singular roster addition.