DEVAUGHN VELE 2025 SEASON ANALYSIS
After being acquired by the New Orleans Saints in the offseason, Devaughn Vele made a noticeable impact during the 2025 campaign before his season was cut short by a shoulder injury. The 6‑foot‑5 wide receiver totaled 25 receptions for 293 yards and 2 touchdowns, averaging 11.7 yards per catch across 13 games. Vele emerged as a reliable target, especially on third downs, and provided much‑needed size and catch ability in the Saints' passing game. His contributions validated New Orleans' decision to trade draft capital to bring him to the roster, and his progress bodes well for an expanded role in 2026.
BEST GAME OF DEVAUGHN VELE'S 2025 SEASON
Vele's standout performance came in Week 2 against the San Francisco 49ers, when he caught a 3‑yard touchdown that demonstrated his reliability in key moments. Beyond the score, he consistently created separation, secured contested catches, and helped move the chains throughout the game. His composure and focus in high-pressure situations underscored his value as a dependable weapon in the Saints' passing attack, giving the team a dynamic option to turn critical plays into momentum.
Saints wide receivers coach Keith Williams on Vele's versatility and skill set:
He’s more of a fluid mover than I thought he was. So it allows me to coach and expect him to be able to run every route on a route tree. When some guys are not 100% fluid movers, there’s only certain routes that they can excel in. Because they just, athletically, can’t move the way they need to to be elite in every single break, every single movement that it takes, to run every route on a route tree. He, at his height, is able to run every route on a route tree.
Check out photos of New Orleans Saints wide receiver Devaughn Vele in action throughout the 2025 NFL season.
WR Devaughn Vele (14) runs on the field during the New Orleans Saints game against the San Francisco 49ers for Week 2 of the 2025 NFL season on Sept. 14, 2025 at Caesars Superdome.
WR Devaughn Vele (14) runs a route during the New Orleans Saints game against the San Francisco 49ers for Week 2 of the 2025 NFL season on Sept. 14, 2025 at Caesars Superdome.
WR Devaughn Vele (14) runs a route during the New Orleans Saints game against the San Francisco 49ers for Week 2 of the 2025 NFL season on Sept. 14, 2025 at Caesars Superdome.
WR Devaughn Vele (14) gets ready ahead of the New Orleans Saints game against the Buffalo Bills for Week 4 of the 2025 NFL Season on Sept. 28, 2025 at Highmark Stadium.
WR Devaughn Vele (14) prepares to run during the New Orleans Saints game against the New York Giants for Week 5 of the 2025 NFL season on Oct. 5, 2025 at Caesars Superdome.
WR Devaughn Vele (14) gets in position the New Orleans Saints game against the New England Patriots for Week 6 of the 2025 NFL season on October 12, 2025 at Caesars Superdome.
WR Devaughn Vele (14) dives with the ball during the New Orleans Saints game against the New England Patriots for Week 6 of the 2025 NFL season on October 12, 2025 at Caesars Superdome.
WR Devaughn Vele (14) runs onto the field during the New Orleans Saints game against the Chicago Bears for Week 7 of the 2025 NFL season on Oct. 19, 2025 at Soldier Field.
WR Devaughn Vele (14) looks for the pass during the New Orleans Saints game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for Week 8 of the 2025 NFL season on Oct. 26, 2025 at the Caesars Superdome.
WR Devaughn Vele (14) keeps the ball during the New Orleans Saints game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for Week 8 of the 2025 NFL season on Oct. 26, 2025 at the Caesars Superdome.
WR Devaughn Vele (14) kneels after making a catch during the New Orleans Saints game against the Carolina Panthers for Week 10 of the 2025 NFL season on Nov. 9, 2025 at Bank of America Stadium.
WR Devaughn Vele (14) lines up during the New Orleans Saints game against the Carolina Panthers for Week 10 of the 2025 NFL season on Nov. 9, 2025 at Bank of America Stadium.
WR Devaughn Vele (14) in action during the New Orleans Saints game against the Atlanta Falcons for Week 12 of the 2025 NFL season on Nov. 23, 2025 at the Caesars Superdome.
WR Devaughn Vele (14) runs during the New Orleans Saints game against the Atlanta Falcons for Week 12 of the 2025 NFL season on Nov. 23, 2025 at the Caesars Superdome.
WR Devaughn Vele (14) makes a catch during the New Orleans Saints game against the Atlanta Falcons for Week 12 of the 2025 NFL season on Nov. 23, 2025 at the Caesars Superdome.
WR Devaughn Vele (14) makes a catch during the New Orleans Saints game against the Atlanta Falcons for Week 12 of the 2025 NFL season on Nov. 23, 2025 at the Caesars Superdome.
WR Devaughn Vele (14) carries during the New Orleans Saints game against the Atlanta Falcons for Week 12 of the 2025 NFL season on Nov. 23, 2025 at the Caesars Superdome.
WR Devaughn Vele (14) catches a touchdown during the New Orleans Saints game against the Miami Dolphins for Week 13 of the 2025 NFL season on Nov. 30, 2025 at Hard Rock Stadium.
WR Devaughn Vele (14) celebrates his touchdown with RB Devin Neal (24) during the New Orleans Saints game against the Miami Dolphins for Week 13 of the 2025 NFL season on Nov. 30, 2025 at Hard Rock Stadium.
WR Devaughn Vele (14) handles the ball during the New Orleans Saints game against the Miami Dolphins for Week 13 of the 2025 NFL season on Nov. 30, 2025 at Hard Rock Stadium.
WR Devaughn Vele (14) makes a catch during the New Orleans Saints game against the Miami Dolphins for Week 13 of the 2025 NFL season on Nov. 30, 2025 at Hard Rock Stadium.
WR Devaughn Vele (14) celebrates a first down during the New Orleans Saints game against the Miami Dolphins for Week 13 of the 2025 NFL season on Nov. 30, 2025 at Hard Rock Stadium.
WR Devaughn Vele (14) runs with the ball during the New Orleans Saints game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for Week 14 of the 2025 NFL season on Dec. 7, 2025 at Raymond James Stadium.
WR Devaughn Vele (14) handles the ball during the New Orleans Saints game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for Week 14 of the 2025 NFL season on Dec. 7, 2025 at Raymond James Stadium.
WR Devaughn Vele (14) gets ready to run during the New Orleans Saints game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for Week 14 of the 2025 NFL season on Dec. 7, 2025 at Raymond James Stadium.
WR Devaughn Vele (14) celebrates after a first down during the New Orleans Saints game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for Week 14 of the 2025 NFL season on Dec. 7, 2025 at Raymond James Stadium.
WR Devaughn Vele (14) in action during the New Orleans Saints game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for Week 14 of the 2025 NFL season on Dec. 7, 2025 at Raymond James Stadium.
WR Devaughn Vele (14) warms up during the New Orleans Saints game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for Week 14 of the 2025 NFL season on Dec. 7, 2025 at Raymond James Stadium.
WR Devaughn Vele (14) gets ready to run during the New Orleans Saints game against the Carolina Panthers for Week 15 of the 2025 NFL season on Dec. 14, 2025 at the Caesars Superdome.
WR Devaughn Vele (14) runs with the ball during the New Orleans Saints game against the Carolina Panthers for Week 15 of the 2025 NFL season on Dec. 14, 2025 at the Caesars Superdome.
