Romeo Doubs offers contested catches and red zone dominance. He's the missing "X-receiver" the Saints need to elevate their offense.
In the ever-churning cycle of the NFL offseason, the New Orleans Saints find themselves at a familiar crossroads. The 2025 season saw glimpses of a future under rookie sensation Tyler Shough, but as the 2026 free agency period approaches, one thing is clear, the offense is one dynamic weapon short of being a legitimate threat.
With reports swirling that the Green Bay Packers are likely to let wide receiver Romeo Doubs walk into free agency, the Saints shouldn't just be interested—they should be aggressive. Here is why Doubs is exactly the piece Mickey Loomis needs to target to complete the New Orleans puzzle.
The Perfect Complement to Chris Olave
Chris Olave has solidified himself as a premiere route runner and a second-team All-Pro talent. However, the Saints' depth chart behind him remains a patchwork of potential and "what-ifs."
Romeo Doubs brings a specific "X-receiver" skill set that the Saints have lacked since the peak years of Michael Thomas. While Olave wins with finesse and speed, Doubs is a master of the "dirty work."
• Contested Catches: Doubs consistently ranks among the league's best in high-pointing the ball and winning 50/50 battles.
• Red Zone Threat: In 2025, Doubs led the Packers in touchdowns (6) and has a proven track record of being a reliable target when the field shrinks.
• Reliability: With 55 catches for 724 yards, 13.2 average in a crowded Green Bay room, Doubs has shown he can produce without needing 150 targets.
A Solid Target for Tyler Shough
Whether it’s Tyler Shough or Spencer Rattler under center, a young quarterback’s best friend is a receiver who is always where he’s supposed to be.
The Saints relied heavily on Alvin Kamara, before injury, out of the backfield and deep shots to Rashid Shaheed before they released him. With the missing speedster in Shaheed, that crowded pressure was handed to Chris Olave. Adding Doubs would provide a reliable second option chain-mover. His ability to beat press coverage and find soft spots in zone would give the Saints' young QBs a high-floor option on 3rd-and-medium, reducing the pressure to "force" plays to Olave.
The Contract Meets the Culture
The projected market value for Doubs is hovering around $12M–$15M per year (via current contract). For most teams, that’s a significant investment, for the Saints, it’s a bargain for a 26-year-old starter in his prime.
While the Saints are currently projected to be over the 2026 cap, we all know the drill, restructures are coming for Chase Young, Juwan Johnson, and a likely Chris Olave extension will open up plenty of "Loomis Loot." Investing in a young, durable receiver (Doubs has played 50+ games in four years) is a much smarter use of resources than overpaying for a 30-year-old veteran on the decline.
The Packers' loss is the Saints' gain. Romeo Doubs isn't just a depth piece, he is the possible missing threat for a receiving corps that has plenty of flash but needs more "finish." Adding more targets for Tyler Shough will improve the possibilities for more successful 2026 season.