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Nick Underhill breaks down why the Saints could be positioned to go on a serious run and what they need to do to keep the momentum going against the Raiders. - Why the Saints’ upcoming schedule suddenly looks very favorable - What needs to change with Alvin Kamara and the run game - How Klint Kubiak and the Raiders could challenge Brandon Staley’s defense 00:00 Why optimism around the Saints is soaring 03:48 Could the Saints be set up for a serious run? (win/loss prediction) 10:10 What needs to change with Alvin Kamara and the run game? 19:35 Film study: Why the Raiders are a tricky matchup 26:59 Saints roster and special teams updates 32:19 Could the Saints move Tali Fuaga to left tackle? 33:32 Is Week 3 a must-win for the Saints? 34:41 Is it safe to buy a Tyler Shough jersey?

Nick Underhill breaks down what the film revealed from the Saints' win over the Ravens before Terron Armstead joins the show to take a closer look at the biggest questions facing New Orleans.

- How the Saints can overcome the loss of Kelvin Banks

- What’s holding back the Saints’ run game — and why Terron believes it’s close

- What the film revealed about Tyler Shough’s impressive performance

Nick Underhill and Mike Triplett break down the Saints’ massive 24-17 road win over the Ravens and what it means for how we should view this team moving forward.

- Why Tyler Shough continues to prove he’s "the guy"

- How Brandon Staley’s defense delivered against Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry

- How this win changes the outlook for the Saints’ season

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Nick Underhill breaks down how the Saints can give themselves a chance to leave Baltimore with a win. - The matchups New Orleans can exploit against the Ravens - The latest on the injury report for both sides - What Alvin Kamara's return could mean for the offense

Nick Underhill reacts to NFL QB power rankings after Tyler Shough's wild performance against the Lions.

- Where Shough stacks up among the league's QBs right now

- Reacting to what Shough and HC Kellen Moore said ahead of Week 2

- What to make of the Saints' running back rotation

 

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Nick Underhill breaks down why the Tyler Shough-Chris Olave connection is quickly becoming one of the most exciting parts of the Saints’ offense.
- How Shough and Olave compare to the NFL’s most productive QB-WR duos
- The biggest things the Saints must do to beat the Ravens
- Why Devaughn Vele is a valuable weapon for Shough and the Saints

Nick Underhill and Terron Armstead take another look at the Saints’ Week 1 loss and break down what they can build on moving forward.
- Why Tyler Shough’s second half outweighed the slow start
- Terron breaks down film from the offensive line
- Why Chase Young deserves a game ball for his performance

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Nick Underhill and Mike Triplett break down the Saints’ wild Week 1 loss to the Lions.
- What went wrong during the disastrous start — and what changed?
- Why Tyler Shough’s second half should leave the Saints encouraged
- Trying to make sense of the incomplete pass call on Chase Young's strip sack

 

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Nick Underhill breaks down a matchup that could tell us a lot about the Saints’ defense in 2026. Plus, Nick and Mike Triplett lock in their picks for some of the biggest player over/unders entering the season.

- Can Jonas Sanker hold up against Amon-Ra St. Brown in the slot?

- What should we expect from Tyler Shough, Travis Etienne and Chris Olave?

- Is Chase Young’s sack total way too low?

Nick Underhill breaks down everything riding on Tyler Shough's success in Year 2.

- What would stability at QB mean for the Saints and the city of New Orleans?

- Where does Shough have to improve?

- What did Shough say at the podium Wednesday? (Reaction)

Nick Underhill and Saints Hall of Famer Terron Armstead predict how the Saints will distribute the ball in Week 1 and break down what New Orleans needs to do to beat the Lions.
- How should the Saints attack Detroit's depleted secondary?
- What are the keys to slowing down the Lions' offense?
- Ranking every game on the Saints' 2026 schedule from easiest to hardest with Mike Triplett

Nick Underhill breaks down why the NFC South is within reach for the Saints.
- How can Tyler Shough and the pass catchers build on 2025?
- What will David Edwards, Travis Etienne and Kaden Elliss add?
- How many games will the Saints win in 2026?

Nick Underhill dives into one of the biggest questions facing the Saints' offense.
- Why do the Saints struggle so much on opening drives?
- What does Kellen Moore’s history tell us about the problem?
- Nick builds his own opening script for Week 1 against the Lions

Nick Underhill and Mike Triplett break down the Saints players who could completely swing the outlook of the 2026 season.

- Which young defenders could become foundational pieces?

- What could Jordyn Tyson's eventual return mean for the offense?

- The latest on Barion Brown, Lorenzo Styles and the special teams unit

Nick Underhill breaks down how the Saints could unlock a new dimension of their offense by putting Alvin Kamara and Travis Etienne on the field together.
- Why Kamara and Etienne's versatility could create matchup problems
- What Kamara's receiving history says about how the Saints should use him
- Breaking down two-back concepts from around the NFL

Nick Underhill recaps the Saints' latest roster movement.

- Assessing the status of the practice squad

- Breaking down the current depth chart

- Hear from RB Travis Etienne and G Jeremiah Wright

Nick Underhill breaks down the Saints' initial 53-man roster.
- Who are the top practice squad candidates?
- Where are the Saints still too thin?
- Could the Saints add more help before Week 1?

 

00:00 Saints’ initial 53-man roster is set

01:33 Breaking down the cuts

04:08 Biggest surprises from cutdown day

06:33 Why the Saints kept three quarterbacks

09:12 Breaking down the running back room

10:27 How the Saints’ WR room came together

11:23 Tight ends

11:55 Why the offensive line is a concern

13:47 Breaking down the defensive line

18:27 Saints edge rushers and Chris Rumph’s role

20:38 Linebackers and the secondary

22:35 Special teams and reserve lists

23:53 The biggest concerns entering the season

31:35 What Kellen Moore must improve in Year 2

Nick Underhill breaks down the final stretch of training camp from Tyler Shough and what it means for the Saints' offense.

- What changed the most from the beginning of camp?

- Which receivers did Shough find the most?

- Is the Shough to Olave connection the biggest reason for optimism?

00:00 Tyler Shough saves his best for last

01:46 Why the Saints’ season hinges on Shough

03:13 Shough catches fire to finish camp

06:00 The explosive passing game comes alive

07:09 Which receivers have the best chemistry with Shough?

09:07 Why confidence in Shough is rising

09:27 Has the red zone problem been fixed?

15:34 The Shough-Olave connection reaches another level

20:18 What Shough still needs to prove

25:25 Should the Saints sit their starters?

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Nick Underhill and Mike Triplett break down the biggest decisions facing the Saints ahead of the preseason finale and final roster cuts.

- Which players are fighting for roster spots?

- Can Zach Wilson force the Saints to keep three quarterbacks?

- Where should expectations be for the Saints in 2026?

0:00 Should the Saints Play Starters in the Finale?

6:30 Where Do We Stand on the Saints Right Now?

17:39 Can Zach Wilson Force His Way Onto the Roster?

20:27 Breaking Down the Offensive Line Battle

24:00 Who Wins the Saints’ Kicker Job?

25:52 Does Tyree Wilson Need to Show More?

30:00 Tough Decisions on the D-Line

36:32 How Do the Saints Handle the Secondary?

41:00 Running Back and Tight End Decisions

43:19 Who Wins the Final Wide Receiver Spot?

47:18 Special Teams Could Decide the Final Roster

53:01 Is Eight Wins a Successful Season?

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Nick Underhill dives into the nugget Saints RB Kendre Miller dropped about the team's "bread and butter" for 2026.

- What is outside zone, and why will it benefit the Saints?

- What do the numbers say about the Saints backs in outside zone?

- What does Kellen Moore's history reveal about his rushing tendencies?

00:00 Kendre Miller Reveals a Potential Change to the Run Game

01:35 Why Outside Zone Makes Sense

04:43 What Is Outside Zone?

10:50 How the Saints' Run Scheme Could Change in 2026

14:39 Kellen Moore's History With Outside Zone

17:09 Why Kendre Miller's "Bread and Butter" Quote Matters

18:53 How the New Scheme Fits the Roster

26:24 Did Joint Practices Hurt the Saints' Preseason Performance?

27:01 The Saints' Injuries Are Exposing Their Lack of Depth

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Nick Underhill reacts to the latest news out of Saints Training Camp.

- How will the latest injuries shake up the roster?

- Should the starters play in the preseason finale, or is it too risky?

- Where do new additions Daniel Carlson and Zamir White fit into the equation?

0:00 Injuries continue to pile up for the Saints

1:53 Bryce Lance continues to emerge

4:17 How the Saints can overcome their WR injuries

7:16 The silver lining of the Jordyn Tyson injury

9:14 Where the Saints’ WR room stands

14:56 20 Saints players miss practice

16:43 How concerning is the Saints’ injury situation?

17:09 Saints add RB Zamir White

18:15 Breaking down the depleted RB room

20:30 Saints sign Daniel Carlson

25:38 Should the Saints play their starters vs. Dallas?

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Nick Underhill and Mike Triplett react to the Saints' 34-point preseason loss to the Rams.

- Are there any silver linings?

- How did Saturday impact the QB room?

- Which position groups are the most concerning?

00:00 Saints-Rams Instant Reaction 01:35 What Went Wrong Against the Rams? 02:03 Kendre Miller Makes His Case 02:52 CJ Donaldson Steps Up 04:18 Saints’ Sloppy Play Becomes a Concern 05:27 What Needs to Happen Against Dallas? 06:19 Saints’ Injuries Continue to Pile Up 07:07 Where the QB2 Battle Stands 25:18 Which Problems Could Carry Into the Regular Season? 29:23 Biggest Winners and Losers 32:02 Do the Saints Need a New Kicker? 33:44 Who Hurt Their Roster Chances? 40:29 What Did the Inactives Tell Us About the 53? 42:10 Should the Saints Play Their Starters vs. Dallas? 43:40 What Do We Still Need to Learn Before Week 1?

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Nick Underhill updates his expectations of the Saints after watching joint practices with the Jaguars, Cowboys and Rams.

- Where there are real reasons for optimism

- The status of the RB and WR depth charts

- What to watch against the Rams this weekend

0:00 Bryce Lance's big day against the Rams

1:19 What we learned from three Saints joint practices

6:24 Is the O-Line ready to take a leap?

8:12 Breaking down the crowded running back battle

9:07 How did the defense hold up against the Rams?

16:12 Ranking the WRs

20:01 Ranking the RBs

26:06 What to watch in Saints vs. Rams

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Nick Underhill breaks down the film from the Saints' joint practice against the Cowboys.

- Which rookie appears to be filling in for Jordyn Tyson?

- Is Chris Olave breaking through to new heights?

- Where do things stand for Kendre Miller?

0:00 The Wild Saints-Cowboys Practice

1:53 Noah Fant Gets Going

3:49 Under Center Usage

4:37 Chris Olave Continues to Dominate

7:08 Breaking Down the First Skirmish

7:52 The Play Where Alvin Kamara Got Hurt

9:05 Tyler Shough Makes a Play Under Pressure

11:33 Shough and Olave Are on Another Level

16:38 Shough Converts on Third-and-Long

17:30 Zach Wilson Throws an Interception

18:33 Breaking Down the Brock Rechsteiner Moment

20:43 Why Erik McCoy Changes the Saints’ Run Game

22:19 Catch or No Catch?

23:44 Kendre Miller Makes Another Play

24:34 Saints Score in the Red Zone

28:52 Why Are the Saints Dealing With So Many Injuries?

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Nick Underhill recaps the Saints' joint practice against the Cowboys.

- Can practice fights be a good thing?

- Is the run game legit?

- Could Zach Wilson get the start in the next preseason game?

00:00 Saints vs. Cowboys Joint Practice Reaction

02:46 The Saints’ Run Game Looks Like the Real Deal

05:05 Who Stepped Up at WR Without Jordyn Tyson?

07:19 Spencer Rattler Responds in the QB2 Battle

08:20 Tyler Shough Has an Overall Positive Day

09:40 Chris Olave Dominates

15:37 Latest on Jordyn Tyson’s Injury

18:01 How the Saints Can Survive Without Tyson

23:47 Kicker Competition Remains Wide Open

24:48 Where the Rattler vs. Wilson Battle Stands

26:14 The Saints’ Biggest Remaining Roster Battles

27:20 Can the Chaos Bring This Team Together?

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Nick Underhill reacts to the latest Jordyn Tyson injury update.

- Who becomes WR3 behind Olave and Vele?

- Do the Saints carry an extra receiver into the regular season?

- Would a Marshon Lattimore-like career be a success for Tyson?

00:00 Jordyn Tyson Injury Reaction

01:22 What Happened & Why the Injury Is Concerning

04:32 How Will the Saints Replace Tyson?

06:41 Breaking Down the WR Depth Chart

13:06 Who Takes Over the Targets?

15:14 How the Offense Changes Without Tyson

19:45 What Would a Successful Career Look Like?

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Nick Underhill breaks down the biggest movers after the Saints' first preseason game.

- How did Zach Wilson change the equation?

- Who gets the last receiver spot?

- Is it time to look outside the building at kicker?

00:00 Jaguars Review & Biggest Takeaways

05:08 Zach Wilson vs. Spencer Rattler

14:14 Roster Projection: Offense

19:23 Roster Projection: Defense

23:22 Who’s Still Fighting for a Spot?

27:345 Should the Saints Bring in Another Kicker?

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Nick Underhill and Mike Triplett react to the Saints' preseason opener against Jacksonville.

- Did Zach Wilson earn a look with the second team?

- Is the secondary deeper than anticipated?

- Which positions remain question marks?

00:00 Saints vs. Jaguars: Biggest Takeaways

01:26 Martin Emerson & Jayden Price Stand Out

04:48 Audric Estime Makes His Case

05:09 Spencer Rattler’s Disappointing Night

06:39 Is QB2 Open?

12:54 Could Zach Wilson Be a Developmental Find?

17:42 Should Wilson Get More Opportunities?

24:01 Biggest Winners From the Preseason Opener

28:33 Film Breakdown

38:42 Saints Defensive Line Depth

40:28 Which Roster Spots Are Still Up for Grabs?

42:15 Is There Really a QB2 Battle?

42:31 Jordyn Tyson Injury Update

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Nick Underhill and Mike Triplett prepare for the Saints' preseason opener against the Jaguars.

- How much does the joint practice performance matter?

- Which bubble guys have a shot at the roster?

- Will Spencer Rattler push the ball down the field?

00:00 Saints-Jaguars joint practice changed the outlook

01:07 Where the Saints stand after 12 days of camp

06:40 Did the offense really answer its biggest question?

10:54 Is the Saints defense actually good?

14:18 Why Julian Blackmon could swing the season

15:13 Kaden Elliss is becoming a major piece of the defense

21:47 Biggest position battles entering the preseason opener

22:24 The Saints have a fascinating WR numbers problem

25:27 Does New Orleans need to add another offensive lineman?

27:09 Spencer Rattler vs. Zach Wilson

29:38 Who is winning the Saints kicker battle?

35:33 Best bet to score the Saints’ first preseason touchdown

38:00 Why Spencer Rattler is playing differently this year

40:16 Saturday could be Rattler’s audition for the NFL

42:09 What we want to see from Zach Wilson

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Nick Underhill reacts to the Saints' joint practice against the Jaguars.

- Tyler Shough and the offense finally score in the red zone

- Charlie Smyth caps off a two-minute drive for the starters

- The wide receivers continue to make noise

0:00 — Did the Saints Answer Their Biggest Questions?

1:34 — The Saints' Best Practice of Training Camp

4:58 — Tyler Shough & the Offense Break Through

8:20 — Is the Saints Defense Better Than Expected?

9:56 — Breaking Down the Throw Chart

11:10 — Jordyn Tyson Leaves With Hamstring Injury

11:57 — Chris Olave Dominates

12:37 — Saints WRs Continue to Impress

14:46 — Where the Running Back Battle Stands

15:59 — Spencer Rattler to Start Saturday

18:21 — Kicking Battle & Special Teams Standouts

23:02 — What We're Watching in Saints vs. Jaguars

26:03 — How Much Did This Practice Change Our Outlook?

33:50 — Players to Watch in the Preseason Game

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Nick Underhill previews Saints vs. Jaguars:

- What are we watching at Thursday's joint practice?

- Which players need to step up?

- Could Spencer Rattler become a trade candidate with a strong showing in the preseason?

0:00 Bryce Lance & the Saints' Young WRs

2:13 What the Saints Need to Prove vs. Jacksonville

5:19 All Eyes on Tyler Shough & the Offense

5:55 Are the Saints' WRs for Real?

6:37 Defensive Players to Watch

7:56 Concerns About the Offensive Line Depth

8:39 Spencer Rattler's Preseason Opportunity

10:57 More Joint Practice Storylines

16:44 How the Saints Replace Cam Jordan

18:50 Saints' Interest in Terrion Arnold

22:59 Roster Battles to Watch in the Preseason

25:26 What to Expect From Spencer Rattler vs. Jacksonville

31:31 Will the Saints Make Moves At Cutdown Day?

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Nick Underhill reacts to the Saints' unofficial depth chart and recaps Day 10 of training camp.

- How do injuries shake up the depth chart?

- Is it time to worry about the offense?

- Which position groups are still too thin?

0:00 Saints First Unofficial Depth Chart Reaction

5:44 Juwan Johnson Continues to Stand Out

7:13 What the Depth Chart Says About the Defense

9:08 Cornerback Competition & Martin Emerson’s Big Day

10:23 Barion Brown Leads the Return Game

15:07 Day 10 Training Camp Breakdown

15:25 Tyler Shough’s Best Throw of Camp

16:00 Shough’s Two Interceptions & Offensive Concerns

19:04 Jordyn Tyson Continues to Shine

20:00 What We Need to See Against Jacksonville

25:54 Is the Saints’ Offensive Line Depth a Concern?

27:52 Where the Saints Have the Most Roster Depth

28:54 Biggest Remaining Depth Concerns

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Nick Underhill breaks down Day 9 of Saints Training Camp.

- The biggest thing the offense still needs to figure out

- Reacting to the standout plays from Sunday

- Assessing Spencer Rattler's value to the Saints

0:00 — Another Look at Tyson's Insane Route

2:12 — Saints Training Camp Overview

5:23 — Dillon Radunz Injury & Offensive Line Depth

7:02 — Breaking Down the QB Numbers

12:26 — Day 9 Film Breakdown

13:50 — How Good Can Jordyn Tyson Be?

15:55 — Spencer Rattler Finds Bryce Lance Deep

22:01 — Breaking Down the Two-Minute Drill

26:44 — Do the Saints Need to Add a Kicker?

27:00 — More Day 9 Practice Highlights

34:35 — Should the Saints Trade Spencer Rattler?

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Nick Underhill recaps a busy day for the New Orleans Saints.

- Thoughts on Drew Brees' Hall of Fame speech

- Breaking down Tyler Shough's 8-9 day at camp

- Reacting to the top plays from day eight of training camp

00:00 Drew Brees Enters the Hall of Fame

09:30 Michael Thomas Opens Up About Drew Brees

11:15 Tyler Shough’s Best Practice of Camp

18:05 Breaking Down Every Tyler Shough Throw

26:00 Best Plays From Day 8 of Saints Training Camp

37:07 Which Saints Rookie Will Sell the Most Jerseys?

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Nick Underhill recaps Day 7 of Saints Training Camp.

- Barion Brown continues hot streak with game-winning TD

- Breaking down every Tyler Shough throw in team drills

- Predicting the players most likely to exceed expectations

0:00 Barion Brown is Impossible to Ignore

14:50 Breaking Down Every Tyler Shough Pass From Day 7

21:56 Two-Minute Drill

29:37 Which Saints Could Exceed Expectations?

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Nick Underhill breaks down everything we saw at Saints training camp on Wednesday.

- Kelvin Banks and Chase Young square off.

- The Barion Brown hype train continues.

- Offense is starting to settle in -- and settle for field goals. Which matters more?

00:00 Kelvin Banks vs. Chase Young

03:53 Overall Takeaways Through Six Days

06:44 Jonas Sanker's Overnight Adjustment

08:11 One-on-One Film Breakdown

17:00 Team Period

32:22 Two-Minute Drill

42:40 Is the Barion Brown Hype Real?

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Nick Underhill and Mike Triplett break down who's exceeding expectations -- and where there's room to improve after the first week of Saints Training Camp.

- Which Day 3 rookies have been the biggest stories of camp?

- Where does the D-Line stand without Bryan Bresee?

- How big of an impact has David Edwards had on the O-Line?

0:00 Quarterbacks: Better or Worse?

5:12 Wide Receivers

14:11 Running Backs

19:40 Front Seven

24:16 Secondary

28:05 Special Teams

34:38 Offensive Line

36:14 Tight Ends

39:00 Banks & Fuaga

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Nick Underhill breaks down the film from Day 5 of Saints Training Camp.

- Young wideouts flash in 1-on-1s and team drills

- Which offensive lineman made an impression on the first day of pads?

- Was there ever any doubt the offense would find its stride?

0:00 Day 5: Offense Finally Takes Off 1:22 First Day in Pads: OL vs. DL One-on-Ones 5:32 Tyler Shough's Throw Chart 13:09 WR vs. DB One-on-Ones 19:01 Team Session Highlights 22:54 Jordyn Tyson's Insane Cut 29:40 The Screen Game + Tyson Mixing it Up as a Blocker 35:55 Did Today Quell the Offense Doubts?

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The Saints have better weapons than they did a year ago. Through four practices, those pieces still are not working together consistently.

We break down the timing issues between Tyler Shough, Jordyn Tyson and Chris Olave, the first-team offense's 3-of-13 day in team drills and what needs to change once the pads come on. We also go through the Day 4 practice film, including the early-down play-action shot to Olave, Spencer Rattler's touchdown to Bryce Lance, Jonas Sanker's breakup on Tyson, Pete Werner's play on Travis Etienne Jr. and Julian Blackmon's interception.

Then we get into how the Saints can use 12, 13 and pony personnel without becoming predictable, Noah Fant's comments on using tempo with heavier groupings and the possibilities created by pairing Etienne with Alvin Kamara.

We close with Ja'Lynn Polk's surprise retirement, what it means for the receiver depth chart and why the low-cost trade was still a worthwhile gamble. Plus, why the Saints should explore a Chase Young extension before another strong season raises the price.

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Nick Underhill recaps the first stretch of Saints Training Camp.

- Offense starts slow, but the uptick in weapons is noticeable.

- Breaking down Tyler Shough's throw chart.

- Reacting to Chris Olave's comments on his contract extension.

0:00 Intro

01:10 Early Camp Takeaways: Offensive Weapons

4:51 Throw Chart Breakdown: Why Context Matters

6:39 The TEs are Flashing / Jordyn Tyson Impressions

9:34 Fantasy Outlook: is Juwan the High-Volume Guy?

16:50 Lorenzo Styles and Special Teams

17:50 Sanker and Price Impress at STAR

19:04 The Secondary is Playing Instinctual

20:27 Kicker Battle

21:00 Chris Olave's Contract Numbers

24:31 Chris Olave Press Conference

43:00 D-Line Depth vs. DB Depth

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Nick Underhill reacts to the New Orleans Saints extending wide receiver Chris Olave on a four-year deal worth north of $130 million.

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Nick and Mike recap the first day of Saints Training Camp.

- Chris Olave sits out team drills, while Jordyn Tyson fully participates

- What does Bryan Bresee's injury mean for the D-Line

- Which players stood out the most?

0:00 Back at camp: the good, the bad & the "loggerheads"

3:12 Chris Olave's contract situation

15:54 Bryan Bresee goes down

26:50 Jordyn Tyson participates

33:05 Kool-Aid McKinstry + the tight ends

38:30 Kendre Miller flashes

47:28 Storylines that could define 2026

51:01 Final thoughts: John Ridgeway, tight end usage & the wrap

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Nick and Mike discuss their expectations, questions and concerns with Saints Training Camp set to begin Wednesday morning. - Where will Tyler Shough make the biggest strides from last season? - Will the offensive line and run game find its stride? - How will the Saints handle an overcrowded defensive line? 0:00 Final show before Saints training camp 2:23 Are expectations getting too high? 6:58 Tyler Shough: What must we see in camp? 10:58 Kellen Moore's biggest area for improvement 13:43 Can the run game finally take off? 22:52 Is this offensive line a Top 10 unit? 26:55 Why the defense is harder to project 28:52 Biggest training camp position battles 46:43 Biggest disconnect between fans and coaches

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Nick and Mike rank the most critical players for the Saints' success. - Could the pass rush survive without Chase Young? - Is the entire defense in shambles without Kool-Aid McKinstry? - Who is the biggest domino on the offensive line?

0:00 Which Saints Player Would You Protect for 17 Games? 3:29 Chase Young 6:05 Kool-Aid, McCoy & the Biggest Injury Risks 11:43 Jordyn Tyson and Chris Olave 25:05 Kelvin Banks' Importance to the OL 30:07 Kaden Elliss 37:36 Could Julian Blackmon Change the Saints' Season?

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Nick Underhill makes his pre-camp roster predictions. - Will Kendre Miller get another shot on the roster? - Is there a logjam on the defensive line? - Who is the first player left off the roster? 00:00 Intro 02:13 Start of 53-Man Roster Projection 02:41 Quarterback 04:10 Running Back 06:55 Wide Receiver

08:45 Tight End

10:09 Offensive Line

12:05 Defensive Tackle

13:01 Defensive End

14:38 Linebacker

15:15 Secondary

16:09 Special Teams & Recap

18:11 Top Practice Squad Targets

23:33 Is Matt Damon the Drew Brees of Acting?

32:00 Will the Saints add offensive line depth?

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Nick Underhill and Mike Triplett try to pinpoint expectations for the Saints in 2026 as:

- Bill Barnwell ranks the offensive weapons 13th

- Fanduel tabs New Orleans as a surprise contender

- Alvin Kamara's future becomes clearer

00:00 Intro

02:34 Paganetti & Underhill Teaser

03:25 Bill Barnwell Ranks Saints' weapons 13th

11:50 Did the offense's San Diego training sessions raise expectations?

20:20 Are the Saints surprise contenders for 2026?

34:15 Breaking down Alvin Kamara's return

42:00 Are expectations too high for the Saints?

53:50 Where does Drew Brees rank among all-time QBs?

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A jam-packed episode of NewOrleans.Football featuring an exclusive interview, a game of Saints strategy and more!

- Continued reaction to Alvin Kamara's reworked deal

- Former Director of Football Analytics Ryan Paganetti gives an inside look at analytics in the NFL

- Nick and Kevin build an all-time Saints offense on a budget

00:00 Intro

02:00 Alvin Kamara and Saints Agree to Reworked Deal

05:10 Inside NFL Analytics with Ryan Paganetti

39:37 Is Vegas Underestimating the Saints' Offense?

46:59 $30 to Build the Perfect Offense Around Shough

01:14:47 Are any Trades Imminent for the Saints?

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Forget about name value, accolades and supporting casts! Nick Underhill blind ranks every NFL starting quarterback based solely on 17-game averages. Plus:

- Is Kaden Elliss a Top 5 player on the Saints?

- Who is the Saints' best tackle entering 2026?

- Klint Kubiak vs Kellen Moore

00:00 Intro

02:33 Introducing the Ranking System

04:20 Blind Rankings

05:22 Reacting to the Results

15:41 The Case for Kaden Elliss

24:56 More Takeaways from our Top 20 Saints

36:54 Kellen Moore vs Klint Kubiak

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The New Orleans Saints and RB Alvin Kamara have agreed to a reworked contract, sources told Terron Armstead and NOF.

Nick Underhill breaks down what the new deal means for 2026.

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Nick Underhill does a deep dive on second-year defender Jonas Sanker. - How impactful is the STAR position in the Saints' defense? - Does Jonas Sanker have the ability to out-produce Alontae Taylor? - Breaking down the college numbers and film from the slot 00:00 Intro 04:50 Why Sanker is one of the Saints' most interesting players 10:23 Can Sanker fill Alontae Taylor's shoes in the slot? 19:10 Sanker college deep dive 28:48 Film study 34:15 Projecting Sanker's 2026 stats 41:10 Jordyn Tyson injury concerns

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