Taylor’s blitzing and coverage versatility could anchor a Saints plan to pressure SF’s makeshift offense. His impact could swing sacks, tackle opportunities, and even a turnover or two for fantasy-rich defensive scoring.

Taylor added a sack on Week 1, contributing to a disruptive Saints edge performance. With Young potentially returning and the group’s growing chemistry, Taylor’s Week 2 value could rise as a consistent part of NO’s pressure plans.

Alontae Taylor carries the No. 1 jersey into the opener, the latest Saint to wear the digit after a path from 27 to 1, aiming to elevate its prestige. He has logged the most No. 1 appearances for New Orleans in the last two seasons (34) and represents a pivotal piece in the Saints' defensive backfield narrative surrounding jersey heritage and on-field duties.

Alontae Taylor progressed to full practice on Friday after limited days, returning from groin concerns. His status affects Saints' secondary depth and may influence how New Orleans deploys coverage on Arizona’s passing concepts, particularly on Week 1 ground-to-air balance.

Alontae Taylor returns from groin and will play vs. Arizona; secondary depth bolstered after multiple weeks out.