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Cesar Ruiz’s potential trade destination would be perfect for Saints

Cesar Ruiz is a prime trade candidate for the New Orleans Saints, and the New England Patriots could give them the biggest trade offer…

By Darrion Gray · Who Dat Dish

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 10:26 PM

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Writer Darrion Gray argues that trading Cesar Ruiz to the New England Patriots is an ideal move for New Orleans.
The proposed permanent trade would allow the Saints to evaluate rookie fourth-round pick Jeremiah Wright as a starter.
New England currently has starting guards Alijah Vera-Tucker and Mike Onwenu on injured reserve.

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Darrion Gray argues that trading guard Cesar Ruiz to the New England Patriots would benefit the New Orleans Saints ahead of the NFL trade deadline. Gray suggests that dealing Ruiz would provide draft capital while allowing New Orleans an extended opportunity to evaluate rookie fourth-round pick Jeremiah Wright at right guard.

The writer notes that New England needs offensive line reinforcements after losing starting guards Alijah Vera-Tucker and Mike Onwenu to injured reserve. Gray contends the Patriots could offer a strong return to acquire Ruiz to protect quarterback Drake Maye as they push for a championship.

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