NewOrleans.Football: Saints Podcast

Saints DC Brandon Staley and DE Cam Jordan spoke to the media Thursday afternoon. Here's what you missed. Staley: - Emphasis on building trust with the players when the new staff was hired - HC Kellen Moore's consistency and poise helped build the culture - Thoughts on Titans' QB Cam Ward - The respect the coaching staff has for Titans' RB Tony Pollard - Finding a way to incorporate the strengths of each player, such as LB Isaiah Stalbird's role as a third down rusher - Examples of where his competitiveness came from - Cam Jordan's production in Year 15 is special Jordan: - DE Chase Young is starting to reach for his potential - Thoughts on sequence of plays against Jets with back-to-back sacks - Young core learning what a winning culture looks like and being part of building that culture - Reaching 130 career sacks - Identifying core players from year-to-year - Pouring effort into the final two weeks to enjoy the rest of the season - Preferring Pro Bowls to All-Pro selections 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 and QB Tyler Shough spoke to the media Tuesday. Here's what you missed: Moore: - Maintaining consistent messaging regardless of wins and losses - Establishing a culture, plan and process beyond results in order to create positive routines - Steady improvement of rookie LT Kelvin Banks - Rookies pushing through long season for the first time - Rookie class if full of experience, competitiveness and resilience - Thoughts on Titans QB Cam Ward - Shough's ability to make pre-snap adjustments - Play sequencing throughout the season and during games Shough: - Pre-snap abilities transferred from college and continued to grow with more reps as the starter - Learning the importance of positive plays has been crucial as a starting QB - Juwan Johnson's meaning to the team and himself - Discussing game plans with Moore - Cleaning up mistakes week-to-week and being both your own biggest critic and biggest fan - Relationship with Cam Ward Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick and Mike discuss the Saints' win streak and upcoming game against the Titans. - Tyler Shough vs. Cam Ward: Will Shough cement himself as top rookie QB? - Should Saints bring back Cam Jordan, Taysom Hill and Demario Davis? - Did offseason team bonding activities create a winning culture? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

HC Kellen Moore, DE Chris Rumph II and OL William Sherman recapped the Saints' 29-6 win vs. the Jets Monday. Here's what you missed. Moore: - TE Foster Moreau and DT Bryan Bresee expected to miss time with injuries - Importance on team bonding before and during the season - Playing complimentary football has led to recent momentum - Thoughts on TE Juwan Johnson's work ethic, production and leadership - Moore was not involved in WR Chris Olave's discussions about potentially retiring after the 2024 season - Buy-in created by DC Brandon Staley - Methods of growth on both sides of the ball since training camp - Focus is on the final two games and nothing beyond the end of the season Rumph: - Staley's competitiveness and attention to detail - Excitement as a defensive line after eight-sack performance - Payoff of team bonding during a losing season - DE Cam Jordan's effort creates a standard for the entire team - Relationship with DT Jonathan Bullard, who played for Rumph's father at Florida - Locker room has remained upbeat Sherman: - Thoughts on making first start - Striving for a more complete game despite win streak - Journey to the active roster after spending four years on practice squads - Impressions of the coaching staff and Saints' culture Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick, Mike and Kevin react to the Saints' 29-6 win against the Jets. - Depleted Saints get a statement win - Chris Olave sets career highs, opens up about considering retirement - Impressions of Brandon Staley and the defense 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.

Saints HC Kellen Moore, S Jonas Sanker and RB Audric Estime spoke to the media Monday morning after a win against the Panthers. Here's what you missed: Moore: - Chase Young's focus allowed him to bounce back from injury - Each QB's path is different, but many quarterbacks benefit from starting as the backup - Tyler Shough's exposure to the entire roster as the scout team QB before becoming the starter has helped practice squad players and backups step up in games late in the season - The run game has helped open up the middle of the field in the passing game - Execution has improved in situational moments like third down, red zone, two-minute drills, etc. - Importance of WR Chris Olave resetting each play mentally and not allowing a mistake to define a game - Thoughts on RBs Audric Estime and Evan Hull stepping up in place of Devin Neal - Execution of crucial screen pass late in the game Sanker: - Thoughts on DE Chase Young's performance - Mood after the win - LB Demario Davis inspires young defenders on and off the field Estime: - Getting the opportunity to show pass-catching ability - Awareness to get into route faster on late check down reception - Contributing to a divisional comeback win is a dream come true - Confidence in K Charlie Smyth - Young players stepping up and creating a culture has stood out during losing season - Thoughts on Shough Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick, Mike and Kevin react to the Saints' 20-17 win against the Panthers. - Tyler Shough becoming a "win because of" QB - Is it time to stop scripting plays? - How many more games will the Saints win? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick and Mike discuss where the Saints fall in the current NFC South landscape. - Should we only evaluate the Saints since turning to Tyler Shough? - Could the Saints have competed for the division if Shough started sooner? - What if Drew Brees came out of retirement in 2021? 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 to the media Friday afternoon for the final time before the Saints host the Panthers Sunday afternoon. Here's what you missed. - RB Alvin Kama (knee/ankle), RT Asim Richards (ankle) ruled OUT - S Justin Reid (knee) QUESTIONABLE - Safety depth stepped up in the absence of Reid - Creating positive habits is more important than focusing on draft position - Keeping players engaged by using a variety of clips and keeping meetings tight - Using high school and college clips as teaching points to focus on fundamentals - Importance of having a plan and trusting the training staff to prevent injuries - Response to OC Doug Nussmeier's comments about the Boise State vs. Idaho rivalry Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Saints STC Phil Galiano, DC Brandon Staley and OC Doug Nussmeier held their weekly media availability Thursday afternoon. Here's what you missed. Galiano: - The starting kicker position is being evaluated one game at a time - Starting fast against Tampa Bay with a well-executed kickoff return - Explanation of situational punting near midfield - Thoughts on WR Mason Tipton's growth and ability as a kick returner Staley: - LB Demario Davis and DE Cam Jordan echoing key philosophies, such as the importance of "silent tape" - Maintaining consistent messaging during a challenging season instead of looking for quick fixes - Lessons learned from installing systems at other stops, importance of creating a connection with the players - Pride, preparation and mentality in short-yardage and fourth-down situations - Hammering fundamentals and technique with defensive backs Nussmeier: - Thoughts on RB Devin Neal's progress - TE Juwan Johnson has adapted well to scheme change - Memories of coaching against Kellen Moore in college - Running with the QB helps balance the run game 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, RB Devin Neal and DE Cam Jordan spoke to the media Wednesday afternoon. Here's what you missed. Moore: - RB Alvin Kamara, S Justin Reid and RT Asim Richards did not practice, several others limited - Identifying why the team has played better recently: cleaner football, turnovers and early-down execution - Importance of playing well in divisional games - Thought's on Shough's confidence - Lack of concern about Shough's age as a rookie - Reflecting on being a Heisman Trophy finalist in 2010 - The defense has been able to benefit from the offense's recent success while improving on their end as well Shough: - Confidence fluctuates, but preparation breeds high confidence - Learning how to prepare in the NFL has been an area of growth - Biggest lesson as a rookie has been figuring out the NFL schedule and how to approach it - Thoughts on praise from LB Demario Davis - Handling criticism and whether or not it can be used as motivation - Being smart about when to take hits and when to go down Neal: - Saints physicality and willpower led to success in rainy game at Tampa Bay - Shough's scrambling ability helped open up the run game - Winning and finishing strong is more important than playing spoiler for another team Jordan: - Defense is resilient if nothing else - Resilience shows the team's passion for playing football despite being out of the playoff race - Thoughts on the young defensive backs - Having the opportunity to ruin a rival's playoff chances brings joy 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 discuss their expectations for Tyler Shough and the Saints in the final quarter of the season. - Can Tyler Shough continue to elevate the offense? - Is it time to buy stock in Devin Neal? - How many more games will the Saints win? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.