New Orleans will select 9th in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft on Thursday, April 24

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2025 SAINTS NFL DRAFT DAY 1 SELECTIONS:

The New Orleans Saints have one selection in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft on Thursday evening. The 9th pick is estimated to happen around 8:05 p.m. CT. Fans can tune in for Draft coverage on NFL Network, ESPN, and ABC starting at 7 p.m. CT.

Keep up with all our Saints pick coverage throughout the evening onNew Orleans Saints Draft Central, ourofficial mobile apppresented by Verizon, and the team's social channels.

WATCH: SAINTS DRAFT PREVIEW SPECIAL PRESENTED BY COX

Catch our three-part Saints Draft Preview Special presented by Cox as we analyze the team's needs heading into the 2025 NFL season and get a closer look at some of the prospects who may be on the board for New Orleans with the Number 9 selection.

Stay tuned for LIVE interviews + post-round analysis from Saints Coach Kellen Moore or Executive Vice President / General Manager Mickey Loomis following Round 1.WATCH LIVE >>

2025 SAINTS DRAFT WATCH PARTY PRESENTED BY COX

Join us for the 2025 Saints Draft Watch Party presented by Cox, happening at 6:30pm CT at Five O Fore Golf + Entertainment here in New Orleans. Come watch the next chapter of Saints football unfold alongside fellow fans at one of the city's most exciting new venues. We'll have live draft coverage, special appearances by Saints players, the Saints Cheer Krewe, and more surprises throughout the night. Five O Fore is located at**3800 Howard Ave in New Orleans**. Saints Gameday attire is recommended.Full Saints Draft Party details >>

SAINTS DRAFT HISTORY

The Saints have never selected from the ninth overall position. If the Saints stay in that position, it will be the franchise's highest draft selection since 2008 when the Saints drafted Sedrick Ellis seventh overall. The Saints utilized six first-round selections in the last five drafts.Learn more about the NFL Draft history behind the #9 pick >>