Why Pelicans fans should be grateful for a boring day 1 of draft night. 

Cornerback was one of the positions going into the offseason I thought could use another major infusion of talent. Outside of Marshon Lattimore’s time with the Saints the team has not had a bona fide number one caliber cornerback. We’ve seen the defense benefit from having one and what the defense looks like without one in recent years. The defense can still be very well be good and effective without a number one but knowing you have one who can take the opposing team’s best receiver out of the game is a game changer. So the Saints have gone through the offseason without any flashy additions to the cornerback room. I’m sure they would have liked to but with all the focus on upgrading the offense it seems like the plan will have to wait for another day. In the meantime though there is a major opportunity for the young cornerbacks on the roster to show they can be long term answers at the position. Kool-Aid McKinstry is entering his third year in the league and offers the best chance of these young corners to break out and become a number one corner. He’s been a reliable starter who has shown flashes of success but with the inconsistency you expect from a young player. Kool-Aid will look to make the patented third year jump a lot of young players tend to make. I’m sure the Saints would love to see it and they just might be with the feedback we have been getting from OTA’s and minicamp. 

Official Visits Fuel Wave of 2027 Commitments June 2026 has been a landmark month for Tulane Green Wave football recruiting under head coach Will Hall. The program hosted a series of official visits that translated directly into commitments, adding significant talent and momentum to the 2027 class. What started as steady growth earlier in the offseason (6 Commits) exploded into a flurry of pledges, with Tulane securing approximately 18 commitments during June alone. This surge has pushed the class size to around 23 commits (Was 24, DB Deshaun Wylie De-Commit), with a strong emphasis on local Louisiana prospects, trench players, skill-position athletes, and versatile defenders. The Green Wave are building depth and competition across multiple position groups while capitalizing on the growing appeal of the program in New Orleans and beyond. Official Visits Drive the Momentum Official visit weekends in June proved decisive. Prospects got an up-close look at Yulman Stadium, the Uptown campus, the coaching staff, and the culture, and many didn’t need long to decide. June Commits: • Joshua Sylvain (WR, Miami Carol City HS, FL) Visited Tulane on June 18 and committed shortly after. The 6’4”, 205 lb big-bodied receiver brings length, contested-catch ability, and red-zone mismatch potential. • Multiple defensive backs and local standouts, including James Tyson (CB, St. Charles Catholic, LaPlace, LA), who had a strong OV and pledged. • Other visitors and quick turnarounds in the defensive line, edge, and skill groups helped fuel the run of commitments. These visits, combined with strong evaluations from camps and prior relationships, created a snowball effect. Coach Hall and the staff have been aggressive and targeted, landing players who fit the scheme and bring high character/intangibles. The June Commitment Haul (2027 Class) Here is a compiled list of the June 2027 commitments for Tulane. Early-to-Mid June Additions: • Teddy Graff (TE, 6’5”/220, Ensworth HS, Nashville, TN) Committed June 5. Blocking tight end with size and upside. • Anquan Jackson (RB, South Jones HS, Ellisville, MS) June 6. • Kavarris Duncan (DL, Winterboro HS, Alpine, AL) June 6. Interior presence. • Ray’Quan Williams (WR, 6’0”/163, St. Augustine HS, New Orleans, LA) June 7. Local speedster and playmaker (#111 WR nationally per 247). • Peyton Perkins (RB, Eupora HS, MS) June 7. Versatile athlete. • James Tyson (CB, 5’11”/180, St. Charles Catholic, LaPlace, LA) June 7. Local DB with strong OV. • Jackson Shaw (OT, 6’6”/260, Catholic HS, Baton Rouge, LA) June 7. Local offensive line help. • Gus Faulkner (S, 6’2”/212, Fairhope HS, AL) June 9. Athletic Hybrid LB. Mid-to-Late June Surge: • Ja’ir Burks (WR, Jesuit HS, New Orleans, LA) June 14. Another local New Orleans skill player. • Jaden Terrance (WR, Archbishop Rummel HS, Metairie, LA) June 14. Local versatile addition. • Hans Emery Julien (EDGE, 6’3”/235, Baylor School, Chattanooga, TN / Laval, Quebec) June 15. Explosive, high-motor pass rusher with length and Canadian prep background. • Malik Ward (EDGE, 6’4”/235, Gautier HS, MS) June 15. Long, athletic disruptor with Gulf Coast production. • Demetrius Terrell (DL, 6’3”/265, Parker HS, Birmingham, AL) June 16. High-upside interior lineman with two-way experience and violent hands. Strong scouting notes on pass rush and run defense. • Dallas Crescenzo (WR, 6’0”/183, Bastrop HS, TX) June 17. Became the 20th commit overall. Big-play vertical threat, excellent route runner, YAC creator, and return-game weapon. Previously decommitted from Purdue; polished and competitive. • Joshua Sylvain (WR, 6’4”/205, Miami Carol City HS, FL) June 19 (after June 18 OV). Imposing length, contested-catch specialist, deep-ball threat, and mismatch creator. One of the more physically dominant WRs in the class. • Aymaud Sykes (RB, 6’0”/180, Dry Prong HS, LA) June 21. Patient, decisive downhill runner with elite acceleration (4.29 40), long speed, contact balance, receiving versatility, and two-way/ATH traits. High-character leader with track pedigree and multi-sport background. Detailed scouting highlights vision, elusiveness, and finishing ability. These additions give Tulane notable strength at WR (multiple additions including local speed and big-bodied options), EDGE/DL (three impactful front-seven pieces in quick succession), secondary (DB/CB/S depth), and offensive line reinforcements, plus backfield and tight end help. Many bring Louisiana or regional ties, which resonates with the fanbase and aids retention/development. Class Outlook and What It Means Tulane’s 2027 class is taking shape rapidly and competitively for an American Conference program. The June haul demonstrates strong staff work in identifying fits, building relationships, and converting official visits into pledges. The emphasis on size/speed at skill positions, length and motor on the edges, and local talent creates a balanced foundation. Note: One earlier commit, DB De’Shawn Wylie, recently flipped to UConn, adjusting the net total slightly (class currently at 23 hard commits). This is normal in recruiting and doesn’t diminish the overall momentum or quality of the remaining group. Under Coach Will Hall, Tulane continues to raise its recruiting profile. The combination of on-field success, NIL/transfer portal activity, and genuine player development is attracting prospects who see a clear path. June’s official visit success and commitment wave position the Green Wave well for the rest of the summer, fall camps, and the 2026–27 cycle. #RollWave Tulane fans have plenty to be excited about. The wave is building. #RMFW Make sure to follow Patrick Harkness on X

Adding Etienne Jr. and keeping everyone healthy will immediately improve the running back room.

Yulman Stadium has been electric this June. In the IDPF or under the lights and in the Louisiana heat, the Tulane Green Wave coaching staff, led by head coach Will Hall, turned their summer camp circuit into a major recruiting statement. Across multiple sessions, the Green Wave extended 11 scholarship offers to talented prospects from Louisiana and beyond. The camps featured position-specific drills, 1-on-1 competitions, and direct evaluations from Coach Hall and his staff. Prospects left with more than just memories, several walked away with their first (or latest) Division I offer from a program that continues to build momentum in the American Conference and on the national recruiting trail. Standout Performers and Scholarship Recipients Tulane’s staff targeted size, athleticism, versatility, and scheme fit. Here are some of the prospects who earned offers during the recent camp sessions. Blair “Big Red” Lewis (Class of 2029 | OT | Jeanerette High School, LA | 6’6”, 300+ lbs)
The massive offensive tackle dominated the trenches with powerful hands, leverage, and improving footwork. After strong showings in pass pro and run blocking, he earned his Tulane offer from OL coach Cody Kennedy. Lewis already holds offers from LSU, USC, and Memphis and is one of the top 2029 linemen in the country. Trilon Francis (Class of 2028 | TE/DE Hybrid | Lafayette Renaissance Charter Academy | 6’3”, 230 lbs)
A high-motor, versatile athlete who flashed explosiveness at both tight end and on the edge. His length, change-of-direction ability, and physicality stood out. He picked up his third D-I offer after conversations with the defensive staff. Lipton Zachary Mckenzie (Class of 2029 | RB/ATH | Cardinal Gibbons High School, FL | 5’9”, 165 lbs)
The shifty, explosive back made defenders miss in space with elite burst and vision. Tulane saw a playmaker who can contribute as a change-of-pace back or return specialist. Nasir Parker (Class of 2028 | WR | 6’5”, 202 lbs) Earned his fifth overall offer. Reece Robinson (Class of 2030 | QB | Parklane Academy) Received his first Tulane offer and expressed excitement about building a relationship with the staff.@reeceqb12 Kasen Anio (Class of 2030 | ATH | Zachary High School | 6’2.5”, 208 lbs) Picked up his fifth offer after a strong camp and conversation with Coach Schexnayder. Mason Smith (Class of 2030 | QB | North Desoto) Earned an offer after working with QB coach Collin D’Angelo. Other prospects from the June 17 session and earlier camps also received offers (27- DB James Tyson Tulane commit), bringing the total to 11 scholarships extended during Tulane’s camp circuit this month. The staff evaluated talent across multiple classes (2027–2030), showing a clear long-term vision for roster building. Coaching Presence and Camp Atmosphere Head Coach Will Hall, along with assistants including Collin D’Angelo, Coach Schexnayder, Cody Kennedy, and others, were heavily involved in evaluations and conversations. Prospects from across Louisiana (New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Lafayette areas) and neighboring states competed in front of the staff. Recruiting Momentum Under Will Hall These 11 offers continue a strong trend for Tulane. The Green Wave have been aggressive in-state and regionally, targeting physical linemen, versatile athletes, and explosive skill players who fit Will Hall’s offensive and defensive schemes. With the transfer portal and NIL landscape evolving, camps like these allow Tulane to identify high-upside talent early and build relationships before the bigger national names lock in. The fact that multiple 2029 and 2030 prospects earned offers shows the staff is thinking ahead while still competing for immediate needs. What’s Next? The staff will continue monitoring these 11 new offer recipients as they navigate their recruiting processes. The camp circuit delivered, and the future looks bright in New Orleans. #RollWave #RMFW Make sure to follow Patrick Harkness on X

Paying homage to a one-of-one underdog & fan favorite who deserves the title of "Champion".

Discussing how the Pelicans get into the lottery & a few prospects to keep in mind.