Ryan Wilson said Arch Manning would be the No. 1 overall selection by the New Orleans Saints in the 2026 NFL Draft and called the pairing “a lay-up.” Wilson argued the Saints will be desperate for a franchise quarterback after another down season, and the Manning family legacy makes the marketing fit obvious. On-field, Wilson emphasized that Arch is “insanely athletic” in ways Peyton and Eli never were, already tipping the scales at roughly 6-4/215 with verified sub-4.7 speed. He flashed in relief of Quinn Ewers last year, showing pocket poise and a big arm that can push the ball vertically. Wilson added that scouts are encouraged by his ability to win outside structure and his 70-percent practice-rep completion rate from spring reports. If Manning posts a solid first season as Texas’ full-time starter and declares, Wilson believes bettors should expect him to open as the odds-on favorite in draft-prop markets to go No. 1.