For Vernon Broughton, the last few days have been full of unforgettable moments. On Friday night, he saw his dreams come true when the New Orleans Saints selected him in the third round of the NFL Draft. While he will have to learn a new system, the former Longhorns star will have a few familiar faces to rely on.

Here's five reasons why the New Orleans Saints should be excited about drafting defensive tackle Vernon Broughton.

Texas football defenders are flying off the 2025 NFL Draft board. Defensive tackle Vernon Broughton was taken No. 71 overall by the New Orleans Saints. He was the fourth defender taken in the class after Jahdae Barron,