The Saints have one of the worst defenses in the NFL and they and they need help in a number of areas both against the run and the pass. The Saints offense has needed but with Drew Brees still taking the snaps they can still be a good offense. But in order to compete in the NFC South the Saints must improve defensivbely. The defensive line is one of the top areas and need. Deforest Buckner is a scheme fit for the Saints 3-4 defense and he has the size and ability to become a force for the Saints at defensive end. With the quarterbacks in the division like Cam Newton, Matt Ryan, and Jameis Winston the Saints need someone who can get after them. DeForest Bcuker is a player who can do that.. Defensive End. Oregon. Deforest Buckner. 12. player. 15