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A podcast from the expert team of writers and columnists covering the New Orleans Saints for NOLA.com and the Times-Picayune/Advocate newspaper. Jeff Duncan, Rod Walker, Luke Johnson, Zach Ewing and more give you the latest news and their insights from the Saints world and the NFL at large.
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With the NFL coaching carousel in full spin — nine openings, big names like John Harbaugh and Mike Tomlin — this episode of Saints Insider looks back at a year ago, when the New Orleans Saints were in that position. They wound up with Kellen Moore. Where does that rank among 2025 hires, which resulted in everything from strong Super Bowl contenders to the No. 1 pick in the draft? What did Moore do well, and what needs to be improved? And ultimately, does it look like the Saints got this right, one year later? #saints #neworleanssaints #nfl #nflcoaching #coachingcarousel #nflplayoffs #whodat #whodatnation
Despite a strong finish to the 2025 NFL season, the New Orleans Saints have a busy offseason ahead of them. There are plenty of different paths they could take and plenty of holes that need to be filled. On today's episode of Saints Insider, we take a look at how we'd approach their to-do list, with some ideas on: • Contract extensions • Coaching changes • Decisions on popular players • Free agency • The 2026 NFL Draft We also give our initial thoughts and picks for the NFL playoffs. Here's Jeff Duncan's to-do list at NOLA.com: https://www.nola.com/sports/saints/jeff-duncan-to-do-list-for-the-new-orleans-saints-offseason/article_1462292a-6bbb-4b29-8954-6ff75f4abe2f.html #saints #neworleanssaints #nfl #nfloffseason #nflfreeagency #nflplayoffs #whodat #whodatnation
The New Orleans Saints held their after-season press conference with general manager Mickey Loomis and head coach Kellen Moore on Wednesday (link to full conference below), and our Saints Insiders react to it on this episode. Among the topics discussed: • Tyler Shough and building around a young QB • More leeway in salary cap/free agent additions • What to do with the legends: Cam, Demario, Taysom and Alvin • Any potential coaching staff changes #saints #whodat #neworleanssaints #whodatnation #nfl #nflplayoffs #nfloffseason #nflfreeagency #football
The New Orleans Saints play their 2025 season finale Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons, and our Saints Insider crew is here to break it down. We'll analyze the matchups in the game, the significant injuries the Saints are dealing with and the stakes of this game, which is plenty meaningful even though both teams have been eliminated from playoff contention. Can the Saints win their fifth in a row to end the season? We'll make our predictions, too. #saints #neworleanssaints #whodat #whodatnation #falcons #atlantafalcons #riseup #nfl #nflweek18 #nfldraft #nflplayoffs #football
The New Orleans Saints play their season finale Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons in a game between two eliminated teams but still potentially a lot to play for. There are plenty of implications, starting with the idea that these teams — not the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who are vying for the division title — are actually playing the best among NFC South teams. Also, it's one more chance for Tyler Shough to make his NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year case and possibly our last chance to see several Saints players in the black and gold. We'll discuss it all on this episode of the Saints Insider. #saints #neworleanssaints #whodat #whodatnation #nfl #riseup #falcons #atlantafalcons #nflweek18 #nflplayoffs
The New Orleans Saints ride a three-game winning streak into their Week 17 visit to the Tennessee Titans. It's a game between two teams eliminated from NFL playoff contention, but it's an interesting matchup of two teams with momentum — and rookie quarterbacks. Can Tyler Shough continue his momentum in the Offensive Rookie of the Year race? Will the Titans challenge the Saints' surging defense? Our Saints Insiders break down the matchup and offer their keys to the game and predictions. #saints #neworleanssaints #whodat #whodatnation #titans #tennesseetitans #nfl #nflweek17 #nfldraft #nflquarterbacks #football #fantasyfootball
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Chris Olave had a career day in Sunday's victory over the New York Jets, catching 10 passes for 148 yards and two touchdowns. That brings into focus the discussion around Olave — is he a No. 1 receiver? Can he stay healthy? — and the decision facing the Saints this offseason, the last Olave will have under contract with the team. Is an extension coming? What would that take from the Saints' end? This holiday edition of the Saints Insider tackles those questions. Also, we examine Brandon Staley's defense with a little point-counterpoint: Is the Saints' defensive performance a sign of things to come, or just a product of a soft schedule and favorable situations? #saints #neworleanssaints #whodat #whodatnation #nfl #nflweek17 #chrisolave #football #fantasyfootball
The New Orleans Saints have won two games in a row and improved their outlook for the future since Tyler Shough took over as starting quarterback. Now comes a new challenge: The Saints are nearly a touchdown favorite against the New York Jets on Sunday in their home finale. How does the team handle that role and all of their success? Are injuries finally going to catch up to the Saints? And what should we expect of the first Aaron Glenn-Kellen Moore matchup? Our Saints Insiders answer those questions and offer keys to the game and predictions in this episode. #saints #neworleanssaints #whodat #whodatnation #jets #nyjets #nfl #nflweek16 #football #fantasyfootball #footballpicks
New Orleans Saints quarterback Tyler Shough has changed the vibes around the 2025 season by leading the team to back-to-back wins. The NFL at large is starting to pay attention, and his odds to win Offensive Rookie of the Year have improved dramatically. Can Shough actually win the award? Who's his competition? And what does he need to do over the Saints' final three games to finish first? Our Saints Insiders answer those questions and more, as well as look ahead to the home finale agains the New York Jets, in this week's episode. #saints #neworleanssaints #whodat #whodatnation #nfl #nflweek16 #nflawards #rookieoftheyear #football #fantasyfootball
The New Orleans Saints have built at least a little momentum for themselves in the second half of the season, winning last week at division-leading Tampa Bay. Now they face the team that replaced the Bucs atop the NFC South in the surprising Carolina Panthers. Can the Saints knock off the division leader two weeks in a row and complete a season sweep of Carolina? Our Saints Insiders break down the matchup and give our picks on whether the Saints can win back-to-back games for the first time since last November. #saints #whodat #neworleanssaints #whodatnation #panthers #carolinapanthers #keeppounding #nfl #nflweek15 #nflonfox #football #fantasyfootball #nflpicks
After leading the New Orleans Saints to another victory, Tyler Shough is starting to get some recognition around the NFL, validating the Saints' decision to draft him and then switch to him. His statistics haven't quite caught up — he's still behind Spencer Rattler in a lot of key categories — but our Saints Insiders believe Shough has shown his value in plenty of other ways. We discuss that, plus the Saints' running game, improving defense and their chances of a strong finish on this episode. #saints #neworleanssaints #whodat #whodatnation #nfl #nflweek15 #nflquarterbacks #nflrookies #football #fantasyfootball
The New Orleans Saints travel to play the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with a chance to play spoiler in the NFC South race. More importantly, they will continue to try to show growth at the end of a lost season, particularly with quarterback Tyler Shough. Our Saints Insiders offer their insights on that and more, as well as offer keys to the game and predictions for Saints-Bucs. #saints #neworleanssaints #whodat #whodatnation #tampabaybucs #gobucs #nfl #nflweek14 #fantasyfootball #football #footballpicks
The New Orleans Saints saw a breakout performance from second-year receiver Devaughn Vele during Sunday's loss to the Miami Dolphins, and they also had their top receiver, Chris Olave, continue to raise questions about whether he's a long-term No. 1 option. What does it all mean for the future of the Saints' receiver room? Our Insiders discuss, plus: • Charlie Smyth's magical debut • What to watch for in the final month of the season • The potential draft pick and what the Saints might do with it #saints #neworleanssaints #whodat #whodatnation #nfl #nflweek14 #nfldraft #football #fantasyfootball
As the New Orleans Saints prepare to play the Miami Dolphins in NFL Week 13, looking for just their third win of the season, they will play out the string of the season looking for reasons to hope in the future. Start with quarterback Tyler Shough, who has shown some promise in his three starts. But the play-calling from supposed offensive guru Kellen Moore has been a struggle, especially in the red zone. Can it get any better? Our Saints Insiders discuss the various problems (some Moore's fault, some not) and solutions that could be found this season and other areas that will need to be fixed in the offseason. #saints #neworleanssaints #nfl #nflweek13 #whodat #whodatnation #finsup #miamidolphins #football #fantasyfootball
The New Orleans Saints are 2-9, and their kicker certainly isn't their biggest problem. But it is the latest one. In this episode, our Saints Insiders discuss why the team had to make the move it didn't want to make with Blake Grupe, why on earth they brought in Justin Tucker for a tryout and what to expect from Cade York. Also, we'll break down the Brandin Cooks release and what Alvin Kamara's future might hold. #saints #neworleanssaints #whodat #whodatnation #football #nfl #nflweek13 #nflthanksgiving
The New Orleans Saints return home for the first time in a month to face their hated rival Atlanta Falcons. It'll be the first home start for rookie quarterback Tyler Shough and a chance for the Saints to put together back-to-back wins. They're favored over the Falcons, who have injuries to quarterback Michael Penix and top receiver Drake London. So can they get the job done? Our Saints Insiders discuss, analyze and offer their predictions. #saints #neworleanssaints #whodat #whodatnation #nfl #nflweek12 #falcons #riseup #football #fantasyfootball #footballpicks
Gayle Benson, owner of the New Orleans Saints and Pelicans, recently sat down with Jeff Duncan of the Times-Picayune and Saints Insider for a 30-minute interview in which she discussed multiple aspects of her organizations, their current struggles and the future. The Insiders are back to discuss the interview and give their big-picture take on the state of the Saints. #saints #neworleanssaints #whodat #whodatnation #nfl #nflweek12 #football
The New Orleans Saints hit their bye week at 2-8, among the worst teams in the NFL. But how disappointing has this 2025 season actually been? Our Saints Insiders hand out grades for the team, from offense and defense to the coaching staff, rookies and even the front office. How harsh will we be? And is there reason to hope for the future, starting with the final seven games? We'll break it all down in this episode. #saints #neworleanssaints #whodat #whodatnation #nfl #nflweek11 #football #fantasyfootball
The New Orleans Saints won a game Sunday, and our Saints Insider crew is feeling good about it. Specifically, our experts laud the performance of rookie quarterback Tyler Shough and the New Orleans defense, both of which give them reason to hope for the Saints to finish strong in 2025 against a laughably easy schedule. There are a few doses of reality, too, but there's no denying the long-term outlook for the Saints looks a lot better than it did just a week ago. #saints #neworleanssaints #whodat #whodatnation #nfl #nflweek11 #nflquarterbacks #football #fantasyfootball
The New Orleans Saints take on the Carolina Panthers with their season already derailed at 1-8. So what's left for the Saints? Our Saints Insider crew breaks down what they're looking for, starting with replacements (ahem, Devaughn Vele) for the players the Saints traded away to what Tyler Shough and Kellen Moore need to show in the second half of the season. #saints #neworleanssaints #whodat #whodatnation #nfl #nflweek10 #panthers #carolinapanthers #keeppounding #football
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