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How Chris Olave has emerged from Michael Thomas' shadow to become the Saints' WR1

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New Orleans Saints receiver Chris Olave wants to be trusted in every aspect of his game.

Olave spent years in the shadow of veteran Michael Thomas , whose last four seasons were derailed by injuries.

The Saints will be looking to Olave to make big plays when they face the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday night .

There have been signs of Olave making a leap this season .

Olave and Rashid Shaheed share No. 1 spot in receiving yards this season .

The Saints wide receiver has been a standout blocker in the running game.

Olave said blocking was one of his biggest weaknesses because he wasn't used to doing it.

He said he decided to "reprogram" his mindset in the offseason after offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak hired.

Davante Adams is reportedly on Raiders ' short list of teams to which he'd like to be traded to the Saints .

The Saints also signed 28-year-old Cedrick Wilson Jr. last week .

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