SportsTalk with Bobby Hebert & Kristian Garic

Bobby and Mike discussed the Saints' decision to sign free agent safety Julian Blackmon after Tyrann Mathieu retired on Tuesday. The guys praised his toughness after playing through injuries with the Colts. Bobby evaluated the Saints' young cornerback room.

Mike and Charlie remembered Tyrann Mathieu's legendary career after he announced his retirement from pro football. The guys interviewed Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak and Blake Ruffino, the founder of the "Are You Serious" Sports Network. Mike and Steve spoke to Saints head coach Kellen Moore about the start of the team's training camp. Frank Scelfo, the head coach of Southeastern football, joined Sports Talk to preview the Lions' 2025 campaign. Steve and Charlie listened to Saints GM Mickey Loomis' press conference to open New Orleans' 2025 training camp. The guys also heard from Coach Moore's presser. Steve and Charlie interviewed Andrew Erickson, a fantasy football analyst at FantasyPros.

Steve and Charlie listened to Saints head coach Kellen Moore's press conference to open New Orleans' 2025 training camp. Coach Moore celebrated Tyrann Mathieu's "incredible" NFL career. He also previewed the Saints' quarterback battle. Andrew Erickson, a fantasy football analyst at FantasyPros, joined Sports Talk. Erickson projected the top prospects in fantasy football ahead of the 2025 season.

Andrew Erickson, a fantasy football analyst at FantasyPros, joined Sports Talk. Erickson shared his thoughts on Saquon Barkley, Ja'Marr Chase, and CeeDee Lamb. He gave some mid-round names to remember for fantasy drafts. Erickson also broke down the Saints' skill position players in fantasy.

Steve and Charlie listened to Saints GM Mickey Loomis' press conference to open New Orleans' 2025 training camp. Loomis discussed the new era under first-year head coach Kellen Moore, the Saints' quarterback battle, and New Orleans' young roster. He emphasized the importance of developing the Saints' young talent. Loomis also highlighted New Orleans' talented offensive line as a potential "strength of the team."

Steve and Charlie heard from Saints GM Mickey Loomis' press conference to open New Orleans' 2025 training camp. Loomis emphasized the importance of developing the Saints' young talent. He highlighted New Orleans' talented offensive line as a potential "strength of the team."

Mike and Steve interviewed Saints head coach Kellen Moore about the start of New Orleans' 2025 training camp. Coach Moore shared his thoughts on former safety Tyrann Mathieu, the Saints' starting quarterback battle, and their running backs. Mike and Charlie also spoke to Frank Scelfo, the head coach of Southeastern football.

Frank Scelfo, the head coach of Southeastern football, joined Sports Talk. Scelfo discussed the Lions' quarterbacks, Southeastern's 16 returning players from last year's roster, and their big-time defensive talent. Scelfo also promoted the strength of the Southland Conference.

Saints head coach Kellen Moore joined Sports Talk to discuss the start of New Orleans' 2025 training camp. Coach Moore shared his thoughts on former safety Tyrann Mathieu, the Saints' starting quarterback battle, and their running backs.

Mike and Charlie remembered Tyrann Mathieu's legendary career after he announced his retirement from pro football. The guys interviewed Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak and Blake Ruffino, the founder of the "Are You Serious" Sports Network.

Blake Ruffino, the founder of the "Are You Serious" Sports Network, joined Sports Talk. Ruffino discussed Tyrann Mathieu's legacy at LSU after he retired from a 12-year pro football career. Ruffino shared his thoughts on DJ Pickett, Dominick McKinley, and the Tigers' defensive end room.

Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak joined Sports Talk. Nowak discussed safety Tyrann Mathieu's decision to retire from pro football. He explained it's hard to replace the legendary "honey badger" on the Saints' defense. Nowak shared his thoughts on Chris Olave, Rashid Shaheed, and Kellen Moore.

Mike and Charlie discussed Tyler Shough's rookie contract with the Saints and Tulane's commitment from former BYU quarterback Jake Retzlaff. The guys interviewed Greg Cosell, a senior producer for NFL Films, Maddy Hudak, the sideline reporter for Tulane football, and Katherine Terrell, a Saints reporter for ESPN. Mike and Charlie previewed LSU football's upcoming fall camp, highlighting the Tigers' secondary and tight end room. Steve and Charlie celebrated the success of the UFC and Power Slap competitions in New Orleans. David Harrison, the host of the "Locked on Commanders" podcast, questioned if Washington will return to the "Redskins" mascot name. Steve and Charlie spoke to Chris Dodson, an NBA scout, about the Pelicans' unsuccessful trip to the Las Vegas Summer League.

Chris Dodson, an NBA scout, joined Sports Talk. Dodson recapped the Pelicans' unsuccessful trip to the Las Vegas Summer League, lamenting their disappointing lack of energy and leadership. Dodson shared his thoughts on Derik Queen, Jeremiah Fears, Antonio Reeves, and Yves Missi. He also praised Joe Dumars for locking down Herb Jones long-term.

Steve and Charlie listened to an excerpt from Jon Gruden's interview with Saints rookie quarterback Tyler Shough. The guys heard from Pelicans Summer League head coach Corey Brewer. Chris Dodson, an NBA scout, joined Sports Talk. Dodson recapped the Pelicans' unsuccessful trip to the Las Vegas Summer League, lamenting their disappointing lack of energy and leadership. Dodson shared his thoughts on Derik Queen, Jeremiah Fears, Antonio Reeves, and Yves Missi.

Steve and Charlie heard from Pelicans Summer League head coach Corey Brewer after New Orleans' loss to Indiana in their finale in Las Vegas.

Steve and Charlie celebrated the success of the UFC and Power Slap competitions in New Orleans. The guys recapped the Pelicans' unsuccessful trip to the Las Vegas Summer League and explained that the NBA should push the start of the regular season to late November. Steve and Charlie spoke to a WWL listener about the Saints' quarterback situation. David Harrison, the host of the "Locked on Commanders" podcast, joined Sports Talk. Harrison questioned if Washington will return to the "Redskins" mascot name.

David Harrison, the host of the "Locked on Commanders" podcast, joined Sports Talk. Harrison questioned if Washington will return to the "Redskins" mascot name. He shared his thoughts on Jayden Daniels, Terry McLaurin, Laremy Tunsil, and Marshon Lattimore.

Steve and Charlie spoke to a WWL listener about the Saints' quarterback situation.

Mike and Charlie previewed LSU football's upcoming fall camp, highlighting the Tigers' secondary and tight end room. Katherine Terrell, a Saints reporter for ESPN, joined Sports Talk. Terrell broke down the Saints' roster ahead of their 2025 training camp. She shared her thoughts on New Orleans' quarterback competition, their defensive line, and the Saints' running backs. Mike, Charlie, and Steve played their daily "Triple Option" segment.

Mike, Charlie, and Steve played their daily "Triple Option" segment. Steve reviewed Phillip Rivers' official retirement. Charlie discussed Chris Paul's decision to sign with the Clippers for his 21st season. The guys evaluated the Clippers' old roster.

Katherine Terrell, a Saints reporter for ESPN, joined Sports Talk. Terrell broke down the Saints' roster ahead of their 2025 training camp. She shared her thoughts on New Orleans' quarterback competition, their defensive line, and the Saints' running backs.

Mike and Charlie discussed Tyler Shough's rookie contract with the Saints and Tulane's commitment from former BYU quarterback Jake Retzlaff. The guys interviewed Greg Cosell, a senior producer for NFL Films, and Maddy Hudak, the sideline reporter for Tulane football.

Maddy Hudak, the sideline reporter for Tulane football, joined Sports Talk. Hudak broke down the Green Wave's decision to add former BYU quarterback Jake Retzlaff. She also evaluated Tulane's defense, running backs, and wide receivers.

Greg Cosell, a senior producer for NFL Films, joined Sports Talk. Cosell evaluated Saints rookie quarterback Tyler Shough, who recently signed his rookie contract. Cosell shared his thoughts on Jonathan Bullard, Rashid Shaheed, Taliese Fuaga, Quincy Riley, and Erik McCoy.

Steve and Jeff discussed the recent run of second-round picks signing with their respective NFL teams. The guys projected Saints quarterback Tyler Shough to get a fully guaranteed rookie contract. Dr. David Elias, an orthopedic sports medicine surgery specialist, joined Sports Talk. Dr. Elias broke down Pelicans rookie center Derik Queen's wrist surgery. In their trip around the NFC South, Steve and Jeff interviewed former Saints Super Bowl-winning linebacker Scott Shanle, Rick Stroud, a Buccaneers reporter for The Tampa Bay Times, Desmond Johnson, the host of the "Bleav in Panthers" podcast, and David Archer, the Falcons' radio color analyst. The guys also heard from Dustin Poirier before his retirement fight against Max Holloway at the Smoothie King Center.

Steve and Jeff interviewed Desmond Johnson, the host of the "Bleav in Panthers" podcast, and David Archer, the Atlanta Falcons' radio color analyst. Johnson explained that Carolina head coach Dave Canales' decision to bench quarterback Bryce Young early in the 2024 season saved his career. Archer discussed Atlanta's weaknesses entering the season. The guys spoke to a WWL listener about the Saints and Pelicans.

David Archer, the Atlanta Falcons' radio color analyst, joined Sports Talk. Archer shared his thoughts on Atlanta's new-look defense, the Falcons' quarterback situation, tight end Kyle Pitts, and wide receiver Drake London.

Desmond Johnson, the host of the "Bleav in Panthers" podcast, joined Sports Talk. Johnson explained that head coach Dave Canales' decision to bench quarterback Bryce Young early in the 2024 season saved his career. Johnson also shared his thoughts on the Panthers' wide receivers and defense.

Steve and Jeff interviewed Scott Shanle, a former Saints Super Bowl-winning linebacker, and Rick Stroud, a Buccaneers reporter for The Tampa Bay Times. Shanle broke down the Saints' critical quarterback competition, highlighting the timeline for a decision in the preseason. The guys heard from Dustin Poirier before his retirement fight against Max Holloway at the Smoothie King Center.

Steve and Jeff interviewed Rick Stroud, a Buccaneers reporter for The Tampa Bay Times. Stroud discussed quarterback Baker Mayfield's third year with a new offensive coordinator. He previewed Tampa Bay's lofty expectations for the 2025-26 season. Stroud also evaluated the Buccaneers' run game and wide receivers.

Steve and Jeff heard from Dustin Poirier before his retirement fight against Max Holloway at the Smoothie King Center. Poirier discussed the impact of having the Acadiana community behind him in his final contest.

Scott Shanle, a former Saints Super Bowl-winning linebacker, joined Sports Talk. Shanle broke down the Saints' critical quarterback competition, highlighting the timeline for a decision in the preseason. Shanle also shared his thoughts on the Saints' offensive line, rookie linebacker Danny Stutsman, and first-year head coach Kellen Moore.

Steve and Jeff discussed the recent run of second-round picks signing with their respective NFL teams. The guys projected Saints quarterback Tyler Shough to get a fully guaranteed rookie contract. They interviewed Dr. David Elias, an orthopedic sports medicine surgery specialist, about Pelicans rookie center Derik Queen's wrist surgery.

Dr. David Elias, an orthopedic sports medicine surgery specialist, joined Sports Talk. Dr. Elias broke down the wrist injury that Pelicans rookie big man Derik Queen suffered at the Las Vegas Summer League. Dr. Elias said 12 weeks is a general timetable for his return to basketball activities. Steve and Jeff also shared their thoughts on the Pelicans' Summer League journey and the upcoming 2025-26 season.

Steve and Jeff discussed Tyler Shough's contract holdout with the Saints ahead of the team's training camp. The guys broke down New Orleans' quarterback battle.

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Mike and Charlie discussed T. J. Watt's record-breaking extension with the Pittsburgh Steelers. The guys interviewed ESPN anchor Stan Verrett, David Grubb, the editor of "The Bird Writes," and Tim Brando, a Fox Sports commentator. Mike, Steve, and Charlie played their daily "Triple Option" segment. Steve and Charlie reviewed the Pelicans' trip to the Las Vegas Summer League. They spoke to Will Guillory, an NBA writer for The Athletic, about Jeremiah Fears, Derik Queen, Yves Missi, Joe Dumars, and Zion Williamson. Zack Nagy, an LSU reporter for Sports Illustrated, joined Sports Talk to discuss LSU's appearance at the SEC Media Days and Jay Johnson's roster-building.

Steve and Charlie laughed at Eli Drinkwitz's proposed 30-team College Football Playoff. The guys heard from LSU linebacker Whit Weeks at the SEC's Media Days. Zack Nagy, an LSU reporter for Sports Illustrated, joined Sports Talk. Nagy recapped the Tigers' appearance at the SEC Media Days. He previewed LSU's upcoming fall camp practice sessions. Nagy also praised LSU baseball coach Jay Johnson for building another elite roster for the 2026 season.

Zack Nagy, an LSU reporter for Sports Illustrated, joined Sports Talk. Nagy recapped the Tigers' appearance at the SEC Media Days. He previewed LSU's upcoming fall camp practice sessions. Nagy also praised LSU baseball coach Jay Johnson for building another elite roster for the 2026 season.

Steve and Charlie reviewed the Pelicans' trip to the Las Vegas Summer League. The guys heard from Summer League head coach Corey Brewer and point guard Jeremiah Fears after New Orleans lost to Oklahoma City. Will Guillory, an NBA writer for The Athletic, joined Sports Talk. Guillory shared his evaluation of Derik Queen and Jeremiah Fears, the Pelicans' two lottery selections at the Vegas Summer League. Guillory also shared his thoughts on Yves Missi, Joe Dumars, and Zion Williamson.

Will Guillory, an NBA writer for The Athletic, joined Sports Talk. Guillory shared his evaluation of Derik Queen and Jeremiah Fears, the Pelicans' two lottery selections at the Vegas Summer League. Guillory also shared his thoughts on Yves Missi, Joe Dumars, and Zion Williamson.

Mike and Charlie spoke to a WWL listener about Zion Williamson and Joe Dumars. Tim Brando, a Fox Sports commentator, joined Sports Talk. Brando questioned the SEC's hesitancy to reach a nine-game conference schedule. He previewed LSU's challenge vs. Clemson in week one of the 2025 college football season. Brando also praised the group of quarterbacks in the SEC. Mike, Steve, and Charlie played their daily "Triple Option" segment.

Mike, Steve, and Charlie played their daily "Triple Option" segment. Steve previewed the schedule for the Saints' upcoming training camp. Charlie discussed Damian Lillard's decision to sign with the Portland Trail Blazers. Mike reviewed the combination of Fox Sports and Barstool Sports for college football.

Tim Brando, a Fox Sports commentator, joined Sports Talk. Brando questioned the SEC's hesitancy to reach a nine-game conference schedule. He previewed LSU's challenge vs. Clemson in week one of the 2025 college football season. Brando also praised the group of quarterbacks in the SEC.

Mike and Charlie discussed TJ Watt's record-breaking extension with the Pittsburgh Steelers. The guys interviewed Stan Verrett, an ESPN anchor, and David Grubb, the editor of "The Bird Writes." Verrett broke down the Saints' roster, and Grubb reviewed the Pelicans' trip to the Las Vegas Summer League.

David Grubb, the editor of "The Bird Writes," joined Sports Talk. Grubb broke down the Pelicans' trip to the Las Vegas Summer League. Grubb shared his thoughts on Jeremiah Fears, Derik Queen, and Trey Alexander.

Stan Verrett, an ESPN anchor, joined Sports Talk. Verrett shared his thoughts on the NFC South. He broke down the Saints' roster, highlighting their play in the trenches. Verrett also previewed New Orleans' quarterback battle.

Mike and Charlie evaluated Jay Johnson's latest addition in the transfer portal: former Kansas right-handed pitcher Cooper Moore. Legendary Saints defensive end Cam Jordan joined Sports Talk. Jordan promoted the "Cam Jordan Foundation" and discussed his work to improve as he enters his 15th season in the NFL. Mike and Charlie made their preseason projections for the 2025 college football season. Glenn Guilbeau, a reporter for Tiger Rag, broke down his observations from the SEC's annual Media Days. Mike, Charlie, and Hoss played their daily "Triple Option" segment. Hoss and Charlie reviewed the NFL's problem with signing second-round picks from the 2025 NFL Draft with Doug Sunseri, the host of "All Things Legal" on WWL. Hoss and Charlie also previewed the upcoming UFC 18 event in New Orleans, the Saints' training camp, and the Pelicans' fourth Summer League game.

Hoss and Charlie previewed the Saints' upcoming training camp, highlighting rookies Kelvin Banks Jr. and Devin Neal. The guys broke down the Pelicans' third Summer League matchup in Las Vegas. Hoss and Charlie shared their thoughts on Derik Queen, Jeremiah Fears, and Yves Missi. They also heard from Summer League head coach Corey Brewer.

Hoss and Charlie broke down the Pelicans' third Summer League matchup in Las Vegas. The guys shared their thoughts on Derik Queen, Jeremiah Fears, and Yves Missi. They also heard from Summer League head coach Corey Brewer.