Why Saints' WR Jordyn Tyson is a long-shot for NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year
The Saints WR isn't a top contender for the end-of-season award.
Why Saints' WR Jordyn Tyson is a long-shot for NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year originally appeared on The Sporting News . Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here . The New Orleans Saints used their first-pick in the 2026 NFL Draft to select Jordyn Tyson, the Arizona State wide receiver at No.
8 overall. With a need for WR help, this pick made a ton of sense. He should be an instant help for Tyler Shough in the offense in 2026.
However, ESPN's Ben Solak believes Tyson is a long shot for the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year Award and not one of the top contenders. He revealed why, and it's a reasonable argument. Why Jordyn Tyson is a long shot for OROY in 2026 "WR2s don't typically win the award, and Tyson is surely the WR2 behind Chris Olave," Solak writes.
"The Saints were the fastest-paced NFL offense by a serious margin last season, so Tyson should see more opportunities for compiling stats. I'm intrigued but not ready to commit. " New Orleans was a fun breakout offense last year, and should see some progress made in 2026 with Shough entering year-two.