NFL Draft News & Analysis

Anzalone goes to New Orleans in 3rd round

FAYETTEVILLE, AR - NOVEMBER 5: Alex Anzalone #34 of the Florida Gators warming up before a game against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Razorback Stadium on November 5, 2016 in Fayetteville, Arkansas. The Razorbacks defeated the Gators 31-10. (Photo by Wesley Hitt/Getty Images)

  • With the 76th pick in the NFL draft, the New Orleans Saints select Alex Anzalone from Florida.
  • He ranked just 247th among FBS ILBs in run-stop percentage.
  • Anzalone gave up 2.52 yards per tackle, which ranked 16th in the draft class.
  • He had limited coverage experience in Florida; in three season gave up completions on 18 of 24 throws into his coverage.

 

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