The New Orleans Saints announced that they were awarded tight end Zaire Mitchell-Paden off waivers from the Baltimore Ravens. Here are five things to know about the Saints roster addition:
- Mitchell-Paden joined the NFL as an undrafted free agent and earned a spot on the practice squad with the Cleveland Browns from 2022-2024 and the Baltimore Ravens from 2024 to 2025. Mitchell-Paden saw his first game action with the Ravens this season, appearing in six games with one start where he caught one pass for three yards.
- In 2024, Michell-Paden was one of 39 Ravens players to participate in the annual Holiday Helpers event at Target to shop for gifts with Baltimore youth in need. Mitchell-Paden was assigned a student and helped them shop around the store.
- The 6-5, 257 lbs. tight end completed his collegiate career at Florida Atlantic University. He played in 12 games and tallied 90 yards and one touchdown on nine catches. He also added one rushing attempt for a one-yard touchdown.
- Prior to FAU, Mitchell-Paden attended Notre Dame College in South Euclid, Ohio. He played four seasons with the Falcons, appearing in 42 games and hauling in 90 receptions for 1,206 yards and 10 touchdowns. He earned First-Team All-Mountain East Conference in 2019 and Second-Team All-Mountain East Conference in 2018.
- Mitchell-Paden attended at Richard Montgomery High School in his hometown of Rockville, Maryland. He recorded seven touchdowns and 431 yards on 24 catches as a senior to helped the Rockets to a 10-2 finish earning him first-team All-County 4A honors at tight end. He also participated in basketball and track and field.
The New Orleans Saints announced that the club was awarded tight end Zaire Mitchell-Paden off waivers. Check out Davis in action with the Baltimore Ravens during his NFL career
Baltimore Ravens tight end Zaire Mitchell-Paden (84) runs during an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns, Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025, in Baltimore.
Baltimore Ravens tight end Zaire Mitchell-Paden (84) in action during the first half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, Monday, Sept. 22, 2025, in Baltimore.
Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Zaire Mitchell-Paden (84) during pregame warmups before a preseason NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys on Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025, in Arlington, Texas.
Baltimore Ravens tight end Zaire Mitchell-Paden (84) works out during an NFL football practice, Friday, June 6, 2025, at the Under Armour Performance Center in Owings Mills, Md.
Baltimore Ravens tight end Zaire Mitchell-Paden (84) works out before a preseason NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts, Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025, in Baltimore.
Baltimore Ravens tight end Zaire Mitchell-Paden (84) warms up before an NFL football game against the Houston Texans, Sunday, October 5, 2025, in Baltimore.
Baltimore Ravens tight end Zaire Mitchell-Paden (84) works out during an NFL football practice, Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at the Under Armour Performance Center in Owings Mills, Md.
Baltimore Ravens tight end Zaire Mitchell-Paden (84) warms up before an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams, Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025, in Baltimore.
Baltimore Ravens tight end Zaire Mitchell-Paden (84) lines up before the snap during an NFL preseason football game against the Indianapolis Colts, Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025, in Baltimore. The Ravens won 24 - 16.
Baltimore Ravens tight end Zaire Mitchell-Paden (84) runs during an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo.
Baltimore Ravens tight end Zaire Mitchell-Paden (84) lines up during an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns, Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025, in Baltimore.
Baltimore Ravens tight end Zaire Mitchell-Paden (84) blocks Dallas Cowboys defensive end Earnest Brown (51) during the first half of a preseason NFL football game, Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025 in Arlington, Texas. The Ravens defeated the Cowboys, 31-13.
Baltimore Ravens tight end Zaire Mitchell-Paden (84) runs a route during an NFL football game against the Washington Commanders, Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025, in Landover.
Baltimore Ravens tight end Zaire Mitchell-Paden (84) runs a route during an NFL football game against the Washington Commanders, Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025, in Landover.
Baltimore Ravens tight end Zaire Mitchell-Paden (84) runs a route during an NFL football game against the Washington Commanders, Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025, in Landover.
