When New Orleans Saints coaches scout college players for the NFL Draft, they tag elite special teams prospects with a special code: 37.

That, of course, is the jersey number worn by Saints special teams legend Steve Gleason.

To no one’s surprise, Isaiah Stalbird earned a “37” tag last year when the Saints evaluated the speedy linebacker from South Dakota State.

The tag fits. In many ways, Stalbird was a carbon copy of Gleason. Elite multi-sport athlete. Undersized, but productive college linebacker. Undrafted free agent who wasn't invited to the NFL Scouting Combine.

Stalbird arrived in New Orleans with little fanfare. But, like Gleason, once he stepped on the playing field, his effort and playmaking ability were impossible to ignore.

“All he’s done since he got here, was show up i

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