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Improved play by the offensive line will be a key in Mike Ditka's ball-control offense, which is why the Saints took 6'3", 313-pound right guard Chris Naeole with their first pick in the '97 draft. Naeole, who blew open holes at Colorado for 1994 Heisman Trophy winner Rashaan Salaam, brings a reputation as a powerful run blocker, and he will have the chance to prove it as he steps straight into the starting lineup.