NewOrleans.Football: Saints Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

Nick and Mike discuss Alvin Kamara's future with the Saints, plus: - Who made a case for the 53-man roster at the first open practice? - What are we looking for through the rest of OTAs? - Which former Saint is most likely to make an Odell Beckham-style return? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Nick and Mike reflect on the Saints' recent performances. - Who will finish as the second-leading rusher? - What is Chris Olave's value? - Season-long positives and negatives Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Saints HC Kellen Moore spoke the media Friday afternoon. Here's what you missed: - Roster moves: WR Devaughn Vele to IR, K Charlie Smyth signed to active roster - Injury report: RB Alvin Kamara, RT Asim Richards, RG Cesar Ruiz OUT. Several questionable. - Alvin Kamara's timeline for return from injury - Possibility of mid-week signings contributing by Sunday - Importance of building culture and camaraderie early - Thoughts on Jets' QB Brady Cook - Respect for Jets' HC Aaron Glenn - Excitement for final home game - Evan Hull's potential flashed quickly in practice after adversity early in career - Signing RB Nyheim Hines - Bringing in running backs who were not in camp with the team Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Saints coordinators and DE Cam Jordan spoke to the media Thursday. Here's what you missed. STC Phil Galiano: - K Charlie Smyth energizes the locker room - Interaction with Smyth prior to game-winning field goal - Difference between a 66-yard field goal and a 62-yard field goal DC Brandon Staley: - Chase Young's impact since returning from injury - Overuse of the word "generational" during the draft process and Young's past success/bright future - Working hard to improve Young's get-off - Success in short-yardage situations from all three levels of the defense - Rookie CB Quincy Riley's growth and understanding of applying techniques - LB Demario Davis's love for the game and durability have helped him excel in year 14 - Impact of Davis's intelligence on the rest of the linebackers - Impressions of the safeties since starter Justin Reid has been out with injury OC Doug Nussmeier: - Learning about new running backs Audric Estime and Evan Hull with Alvin Kamara and Devin Neal injured - Respect for the Jets' defense - Steepness of the learning curve for tackles - Maturity of rookie QB Tyler Shough and LT Kelvin Banks Jr. Jordan: - Thoughts on the final home game of the season and the crowd against Carolina - Motivation to keep playing and taking contact - Not having a contract before the end of the season for the first time - Interior defensive line's presence in short yardage situations Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Saints HC Kellen Moore, QB Tyler Shough and TE Juwan Johnson spoke to the media Wednesday as attention turns to Week 16 against the Jets. Here's what you missed. Moore: - RB Devin Neal, WR Devaughn Vele both ruled OUT, several others missed or limited in practice - Respect for Jets HC Aaron Glenn from previous meetings - Kelvin Banks Jr. has been very steady at LT - Shough's growth in late-game situations - QBs using slides to protect themselves from hits - Going back to the QB draw at the end of the game after a failed previous attempt - Thoughts on pure progressions Shough: - Fitting charity events and other responsibilities into preparation schedule - Growth in relationship with the coaching staff since arriving - Relationship with Johnson dating back to being roommates at Oregon in 2019 - Working on scout team as the backup is leading to success as the starter - Impressions of Banks Jr. - Process of getting up to speed with backups following an injury to a starter - Respect for Jets and Glenn from pre-draft visits - Chris Olave's focus and mindset to make plays late in the game against Carolina after a quiet start Johnson: - Reflecting on relationship with Shough and excitement about his development - Shough's journey and exposure to different environments leads to success in tough situations - Making sure to celebrate touchdowns with teammates Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Nick and Mike evaluate the state of the Saints with three games remaining. - Are you buying Tyler Shough's play? - Will Saints get by without Devin Neal and Devaughn Vele? - How should the Saints approach free agency? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.