Raiders Move On from Tyree Wilson, Saints Seek Revival for Former Top Pick
The Las Vegas Raiders are making significant changes this offseason, parting ways with Tyree Wilson, the No. 7 pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, by trading him to the New Orleans Saints on Saturday. This trade allows the Raiders to move up on Day 3 of the draft. Trade Details: Saints receive: EDGE Tyree Wilson, 2026 seventh-round pick (No. 219 overall) Raiders receive: 2026 fifth-round pick (No. 150 overall) The Raiders used their new pick to select Dalton Johnson, a safety from Arizona. Wilson, who turns 26 next month, has struggled in his three seasons, recording only 12 career sacks across 50 games and seven starts. He played less than half of the defensive snaps in his last three seasons with the Raiders. Saints' Perspective: B The Saints view Wilson as a low-risk investment. Initially, he showcased potential at Texas Tech, but his development has been slow. Concerns about his tackling and run defense lingered during his time in Las Vegas. However, his pressure rate has improved steadily, and he excelled on third downs last season. New Orleans aims to utilize him as a situational pass rusher and depth behind Chase Young and Carl Granderson. Raiders' Perspective: B- For the Raiders, the trade reflects a shift in strategy as they look to revamp their roster under new coach Klint Kubiak and quarterback Fernando Mendoza. With a crowded EDGE position, including Maxx Crosby and new additions like Kwity Paye and Keyron Crawford, moving on from Wilson was necessary. They hope that Dalton Johnson can prove to be a valuable pick, despite being ranked lower on many boards. Both teams are making calculated risks with this trade, with the Saints hoping to unlock Wilson’s potential and the Raiders aiming for a fresh start.
Source: CBS Sports - 2026-04-25