Archive · 19 May 2025
Shannon Sharpe Questions Saints' Intent Amid Arch Manning Speculation
Some people think the New Orleans Saints might be losing games on purpose.
They're wondering if the Saints are doing this so they can get a really good player named Arch Manning in a future draft.
Arch is a quarterback whose grandfather used to play for the Saints.
The idea is that if the team isn't doing well, they'll get a better chance to pick Arch.
Other people think that losing on purpose isn't a good idea.
They believe teams should always try to win, no matter what.
Shannon Sharpe theorized the Saints might be tanking to draft Arch Manning in 2026.
This speculation arises amid trade rumors involving Saints players, like Chris Olave.
Arch Manning, quarterback for Texas, is eligible for the 2026 NFL Draft.
The Manning family has deep roots in New Orleans, with Archie Manning as a Saints legend.
Some analysts express disapproval of the idea of intentionally losing to improve draft position.
- Who
- Shannon Sharpe and other analysts discuss the Saints.
- What
- Speculation the Saints are tanking to draft Arch Manning.
- When
- The theory involves the 2026 NFL draft.
- Where
- New Orleans is the team discussed.
- Why
- To draft Arch Manning, according to Shannon Sharpe.
Speculation
Criticism
Team Strategy
Speculation
Shannon Sharpe suggests the Saints might be intentionally losing to draft Arch Manning in 2026.
Criticism
Mike Greenberg and others express disapproval of intentionally losing to draft a player.
- Arch Manning's Current Team
- Texas Longhorns quarterback
- Arch Manning's Draft Eligibility
- 2026
- Arch Manning's Grandfather
- Archie Manning (former Saints QB)
- Saints Player Mentioned in Trade Rumors
- Chris Olave
- Team reportedly interested in Chris Olave
- Pittsburgh Steelers