Ryan Powell is in his 19th season with the Saints and his 17th as a pro scout. Entering his 17th season as a pro scout and 19th campaign with the Saints. Powell, who also assists in the club's yearly draft preparations, spent his first two years in New Orleans as the Combine Scout. In that position.
Previously, Powell served as a Saints training camp intern in 2004. He also worked on the coaching staff at Linfield College, as an assistant on the team that won the 2004 NCAA Division III National Championship. Powell also worked for the Seattle Seahawks for three summers (1998-2000) as a training camp assistant.
A native of Bend, Ore., Powell graduated with degrees in political science and history from Linfield in 2002. He had a standout prep career at Mountain View High School, where he earned All-State honors before playing linebacker at Linfield.
