The New Orleans Saints may be looking to add a major weapon to their offense in the 2025 NFL Draft, as they recently hosted Arizona State wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan for a visit, according to insider Aaron Wilson. This move suggests the Saints are seriously considering investing early in a big-play pass catcher to boost their aerial attack.
Standing at 6-foot-4 and weighing 219 pounds, McMillan is widely regarded as the second-best wide receiver prospect in this year’s draft, just behind Colorado’s Travis Hunter. Known for his ability to dominate in contested catch situations, McMillan uses his large frame effectively to shield defenders and attack the ball at its highest point. While some analysts question his ability to separate from coverage, his 40-yard dash time in the mid-4.50s and consistent in-game speed help to ease those concerns.
At just 22 years old, McMillan has already put together an impressive college resume. Over three seasons, he racked up 3,423 receiving yards and 26 touchdowns. His 2024 season was particularly outstanding, finishing with 84 catches for 1,319 yards and 8 touchdowns. One of his most memorable performances came in Week 1, where he exploded for 304 yards and 4 touchdowns on 10 receptions.
Thanks to his dominant final season, McMillan earned 2024 Consensus All-American honors and was a finalist for the prestigious Biletnikoff Award, narrowly losing to Travis Hunter. While the Saints already have promising young receivers like Chris Olave and Rashid Shaheed, their current lineup lacks a big-bodied target who can dominate in the red zone or over the middle—roles McMillan could fill perfectly. Olave’s history of head injuries only underscores the need for added depth and reliability at the position.
McMillan’s draft stock ranges widely, with mock projections placing him anywhere from sixth overall to 29th. For New Orleans, who currently holds the ninth pick and typically avoids trading back, selecting McMillan would likely require using that top-10 selection.
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