NewOrleans.Football: Saints Podcast

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Full Episode: How does Tyler Shough's play affect the Saints' rebuilding timeline? Dec 10, 2025

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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.

What You Missed: Monday, December 8th Dec 08, 2025

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Saints HC Kellen Moore, DE Carl Granderson and WR Mason Tipton spoke Monday after returning from a win at Tampa Bay. Here's what you missed: Moore: - Recapping "resilient" and "complimentary" win against Tampa Bay - Tipton's opening kickoff return was an important spark - Win at Tampa exemplifies why the team brought in players who have faced adversity - Thoughts on rookie QB Tyler Shough and rookie RB Devin Neal's performances - Shough's growth managing protection has been an important development - Impact of stopping the Bucs on multiple fourth downs - Explanation of why the clock stopped after the Saints declined a Bucs penalty - The team never got a good look at RB Audric Estime's third down run that was ruled short and chose not to challenge the play - Opportunity to finish the season strong - Leaning on the run game - K Charlie Smyth has an opportunity to bounce back after missing a field goal in Tampa Bay - Excitement of working with Neal Granderson: - Defense taking pride in putting the offense in positions to succeed - Confidence gained from shutting down the Bucs' offense - The defense sets the tone during the week and feeds off of each other during games Tipton: - Approach to returning kickoffs - Thoughts on Shough and Neal - Momentum from winning a divisional game on the road Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Full Episode: Tyler Shough wins a dogfight in Tampa. Is he the Saints’ future QB? Dec 08, 2025

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Nick, Mike and Kevin react to the Saints' win against the Bucs. - Tyler Shough puts the team on his back - Devin Neal and other rookies impress - How should fans feel about winning? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Full Episode: What's next for Saints if Tyler Shough is "the guy?" Dec 05, 2025

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Nick and Mike discuss the recent buzz surrounding Saints QB Tyler Shough. - What should the Saints add first to help Shough? - What is the Saints best position group? - What changes could instill confidence in the last five games? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What You Missed: Friday, December 5th Dec 05, 2025

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Saints HC Kellen Moore spoke to the media Friday before the team travels to face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Here's what you missed: - WR Chris Olave is QUESTIONABLE - RB Alvin Kamara, RT Taliese Fuaga, S Justin Reid ruled OUT - QB Tyler Shough's age and experience provides a high level of adaptability for a rookie - Shough's communication skills and leadership have stood out, especially since becoming the starter - Confidence in the safety room with Reid out - Shough has grown in managing pressure Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What You Missed: Thursday, December 4th Dec 05, 2025

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Saints LB Demario Davis and all three coordinators spoke to the media Thursday afternoon. Here's what you missed: Davis: - Thoughts on being nominated for the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award - Background in community service - Himself and Cam Jordan passing the torch to younger players to serve the community DC Brandon Staley: - Reaction to Davis's nomination for the award - Giving S Terrell Burgess another shot after missing 2024 due to injury - Kool-Aid came into the league prepared to excel at the NFL level - Quincy Riley's ball skills were among the top in the draft - Importance of having S Julian Blackmon in camp despite season-ending injury - LB Isaiah Stalbird's role was created to suit his skillset, as opposed to Stalbird filling an existing role - Impact of Demario Davis and Pete Werner on the LB room OC Doug Nussmeier: - A combination of factors must improve to get the run game going - Tyler Shough's ability to play out of structure and the need to make plays within structure STC Phil Galiano: - Thoughts on K Charlie Smyth's debut - P Kai Kroeger had a bounce back game against Miami - Decision to start Smyth over practice squad K Cade York Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Dot: Tyler Shough's got a viral highlight clip now. So, what's next now that people are taking notice of his high moments? Dec 04, 2025

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What You Missed: Wednesday, December 3rd Dec 04, 2025

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Saints HC Kellen Moore, QB Tyler Shough and DE Cam Jordan spoke to the media Wednesday. Here's what you missed: Moore: - RT Taliese Fuaga (ankle), RB Alvin Kamara (knee/ankle), WR Chris Olave (back) and S Justin Reid (knee) missed practice due to injury - QB Tyler Shough's growth since last time facing Bucs in Week 8 (Shough's first meaningful regular season action) - Need to generate explosive run plays - WR Devaughn Vele tried to get depth on a crossing route on intercepted two-point conversion attempt, allowing the defender to jump the route - Vele's role grew naturally with roster moves, and the team views him as an ideal Z receiver - The team was cautiously optimistic about projecting rookie CB Quincy Riley's role, but is impressed by his ball skills - The team plans to continue developing Shough, but a decision on next season's QB plan is not imminent - K Charlie Smyth will start against Tampa Bay - Taysom Hill's lack of touches against Miami was caused by in-game situations, not game plan Shough: - Needing to start faster offensively and earning the right to run tempo - Thoughts on Vele's improvements and growth within the system after season-best performance against Miami - Thoughts on Bucs defense and what it will take to be successful against Tampa Bay - Being recruited by former LSU HC Ed Orgeron - Being inspired by Bucs QB Baker Mayfield's career path - Outlook on the rest of the season after being eliminated from playoff contention Jordan: - Continuing to show sack production in year 15 after recent down years - Difficulty of appreciating personal production despite losing games - Desire to play more snaps, while focusing on controlling what he can control - Thoughts on the future (staying in New Orleans, signing elsewhere or retiring) - Motivation to continue playing with no possibility of a playoff berth Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Full Episode: Believe it or not: Will these Saints continue to impress after Week 13? Dec 03, 2025

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Nick and Mike share takeaways from Week 13 after letting the dust settle. - Breaking down Tyler Shough's performance after watching the film - Should the Saints bring Cam Jordan back for 2026? - All eyes on the Big 10 Championship Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What You Missed: Monday, December 1st Dec 01, 2025

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Saints HC Kellen Moore and CB Alontae Taylor spoke to the media Monday after returning from a road loss the the Miami Dolphins. Here's what you missed: Moore: - Recapping "frustrating" loss to Miami, battling in the second half - Review of QB Tyler Shough's performance - Taking a deep shot to win the game on second and short - Building on strong second half and finding a way to avoid slow starts - WR Devaughn Vele's physicality and instincts - Improvements in the scramble drill on offense - Balancing creating plays outside the pocket versus staying in the pocket as long as possible - Philosophy on running tempo early in games - Evan Hull's progression on scout team earned reps in Miami - Thoughts on the concept of having a defined No. 1 receiver - Importance of getting young players on the field this season - Charlie Smyth has "earned the right to continue to kick," but process to determine starter will continue throughout the week Taylor: - Defense excelling in the red zone, forcing field goals and putting the offense in position to win games - CBs Kool-Aid McKinstry and Quincy Riley's talent and relationship off the field will make them a top duo in the league - Thoughts on the defense's fight after giving up an early touchdown 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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