The New Orleans Saints offensive line's latest ranking has sparked questions about its overall effectiveness heading into the new NFL season. According to Pro Football Focus, the Saints find themselves at a disappointing 22nd place, indicating they are still perceived as one of the weaker units in the league despite significant investments in talent over recent years.

With four former first-round picks on the roster, the potential is there for improvement, but recent performance has left much to be desired. The standout among these picks may actually be a non-first-rounder, demonstrating that talent isn't solely defined by draft status. The pressure is mounting on players like Trevor Penning and Erik McCoy to meet expectations and elevate this unit's performance.