Trending Now - Emotional Jordyn Tyson Selected by Saints at No. 8 in Draft
WHO:
Sportskeeda - Jordyn Tyson was a two-time first-team All-Big 12 selection.
neworleanssaints.com - Jordyn Tyson, wide receiver from Arizona State
Pro Football Network - Dez Bryant, NFL analyst, and other NFL personalities
WHAT:
Pro Football Network - Dez Bryant and others reacted to Jordyn Tyson's emotional response after being drafted, stating, "It’s Okay To Cry."
neworleanssaints.com - The New Orleans Saints drafted Jordyn Tyson with the eighth overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
neworleanssaints.com - Jordyn Tyson earned back-to-back third-team Associated Press All-American honors in 2024 and 2025.
neworleanssaints.com - Tyson recorded 158 receptions for 2,282 yards and 22 touchdowns during his college career.
neworleanssaints.com - In 2024, Tyson had a season with 1,101 yards and 10 touchdowns, earning him Big 12 Offensive Newcomer of the Year.
Daily Mail Sports - Tyson burst into tears and collapsed to the floor after being drafted.
WHERE:
neworleanssaints.com - The draft took place in Pittsburgh.
WHEN:
Daily Mail Sports - Jordyn Tyson heard his name called in the top 10 during the NFL Draft on April 23rd, 2026.
neworleanssaints.com - The draft occurred on April 23rd, 2026.
neworleanssaints.com - Tyson is a redshirt junior.
WHY:
Draft Sharks - The selection of Tyson is intended to support second-year quarterback Tyler Shough.
HOW:
neworleanssaints.com - Tyson's performance at the 2026 NFL Combine included a bench press of 26 reps.
neworleanssaints.com - Tyson improved his route running and added size over the last two years, which elevated his draft stock.
(UPDATED April 24, 2026 05:49 UTC)
Jordyn Tyson, a two-time first-team All-Big 12 selection, was drafted in the top 10 during the NFL Draft on Thursday. Following the announcement, Dez Bryant and others expressed their support for Tyson's emotional reaction, reminding everyone that "It’s Okay To Cry." At the 2026 NFL Combine, Tyson showcased his strength with an impressive bench press of 26 reps.
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(UPDATED April 24, 2026 04:07 UTC)
The New Orleans Saints made a significant move in the 2026 NFL Draft by selecting wide receiver Jordyn Tyson with the eighth overall pick in Pittsburgh on Thursday. Tyson, a redshirt junior from Arizona State, recorded an impressive college career with 158 receptions for 2,282 yards and 22 touchdowns, earning back-to-back third-team Associated Press All-American honors in 2024 and 2025. Overwhelmed with emotion, Tyson burst into tears and collapsed to the floor after hearing his name called, as the Saints aim to bolster their offense to support second-year quarterback Tyler Shough.