Another college kid gets picked by the local team. The Saints really need help in the secondary, and Jamal Adams and Malik Hooker will both be discussed here. Hooker was more of a breakout star this year, while Adams has been consistent during his career. Hooker is the flashy pick and very well could end up the better player when it’s all said and done. But Adams is too hard to pass up as the local product and reliable safety in coverage and run defense.. Safety. LSU. Jamal Adams. 11. player. 15