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Steve and Jeff previewed the NFL's Divisional Round matchups this weekend. The guys discussed Lane Kiffin's busy day adding pieces for the LSU Tigers' 2026 roster from the transfer portal. Oleh Kosel, a credentialed NBA reporter covering the Pelicans, joined Sports Talk. Steve and Jeff interviewed Dalton Wasserman, a data analyst at Pro Football Focus, and Chris Gordy, the host of the "Locked on SEC" podcast.

Steve and Jeff previewed the NFL's Divisional Round matchups this weekend. The guys debated the future of Eagles QB Jalen Hurts in Philadelphia. They also discussed Lane Kiffin's busy day adding pieces for the LSU Tigers' 2026 roster from the transfer portal. Oleh Kosel, a credentialed NBA reporter covering the Pelicans, joined Sports Talk. Kosel praised the stellar play of Trey Murphy, evaluated the team's rookies, and broke down Yves Missi's improvement. Kosel also shared his thoughts on Zion Williamson's future and the Pelicans' issues.

Steve and Jeff emphasized the importance of the annual Senior Bowl to the Saints' pre-draft scouting process. Dalton Wasserman, a data analyst at Pro Football Focus, joined Sports Talk. Wasserman broke down the NFL Divisional Round, highlighting Josh Allen's Bills vs. the AFC's top-seeded Broncos and the Texans' matchup against the Patriots. Wasserman also praised Lane Kiffin's work to build LSU's offense in the transfer portal, previewed the CFP National Championship Game between Indiana and Miami, and discussed the Saints' options with the eighth overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Steve and Jeff projected the Saints to keep a majority of the team's assistant coaching staff this offseason. Chris Gordy, the host of the "Locked on SEC" podcast, joined Sports Talk. Gordy broke down LSU's work in the transfer portal under head coach Lane Kiffin. He shared his thoughts on the Tigers' running backs, the expectations for Coach Kiffin, and the CFP National Championship Game.

Steve and Jeff explained why they expect the Saints to pay Chris Olave.

Chris Gordy, the host of the "Locked on SEC" podcast, joined Sports Talk. Gordy broke down LSU's work in the transfer portal under head coach Lane Kiffin. He shared his thoughts on the Tigers' running backs, the expectations for Coach Kiffin, and the CFP National Championship Game.

Steve and Jeff reviewed a tweet from former Saints WR Michael Thomas about his performance against the Philadelphia Eagles in the Divisional Round of the 2018 NFL Playoffs. The guys promoted his candidacy for the Saints' Hall of Fame.

Dalton Wasserman, a data analyst at Pro Football Focus, joined Sports Talk. Wasserman broke down the NFL Divisional Round, highlighting Josh Allen's Bills vs. the AFC's top-seeded Broncos and the Texans' matchup against the Patriots. Wasserman also praised Lane Kiffin's work to build LSU's offense in the transfer portal, previewed the CFP National Championship Game between Indiana and Miami, and discussed the Saints' options with the eighth overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Oleh Kosel, a credentialed NBA reporter covering the Pelicans, joined Sports Talk. Kosel praised the stellar play of Trey Murphy, evaluated the team's rookies, and broke down Yves Missi's improvement. Kosel also shared his thoughts on Zion Williamson's future and the Pelicans' issues.

Steve and Jeff discussed Lane Kiffin's busy day adding pieces for the LSU Tigers' 2026 roster from the transfer portal.

Mike and Charlie interviewed Blake Ruffino, the founder of the "Are You Serious" Sports Network, and Audacy Sports Betting insider Brad Evans. Ruffino discussed LSU's latest news in the transfer portal, and Evans broke down the upcoming NFL Playoff matchups and College Football National Championship Game. Former Saints Super Bowl-winning LB Scott Shanle, the team's pre-and-postgame host, joined Sports Talk. Mike, Steve, and Charlie played their weekly "Pick-Six" segment. Steve and Charlie listened to LSU AD Verge Ausberry's interview with Newell Normand on WWL Radio. The guys also spoke to Will Guillory, a Pelicans reporter for The Athletic.

Mike and Charlie interviewed Blake Ruffino, the founder of the "Are You Serious" Sports Network, and Audacy Sports Betting insider Brad Evans. Ruffino shared his thoughts on the players LSU is pursuing in the transfer portal: Ohio State safety Faheem Delane, Colorado left tackle Jordan Seaton, Baylor offensive lineman Sean Thompkins, Ole Miss freshman Devin Harper, and Georgia's Aliou Bah. Evans broke down the NFL's Divisional Playoff matchups and the College Football Playoff National Championship Game.

Mike evaluated Nicholls offensive lineman Ja'Mard Jones, a talented player in the transfer portal who LSU is pursuing. Mike and Charlie evaluated John Harbaugh's fit with the New York Giants. Former Saints Super Bowl-winning LB Scott Shanle, the team's pre-and-postgame host, joined Sports Talk. Shanle praised the Saints' defensive surge in the second half of the season. He shared his thoughts on New Orleans' veteran defenders, the Saints' run game, and their rookie class. Shanle also previewed the NFL Playoffs and NFL Draft. Mike, Steve, and Charlie played their weekly "Pick-Six" segment.

Steve and Charlie lamented LSU basketball's brutal loss to the Kentucky Wildcats in the PMAC. The guys spoke to a WWL listener about the Saints' needs in the 2026 NFL Draft. They also listened to LSU AD Verge Ausberry's interview with Newell Normand on WWL Radio.

Steve and Charlie wished legendary Saints quarterback Drew Brees a happy birthday. The guys reviewed the Pelicans' victory over the Brooklyn Nets. Will Guillory, a Pelicans reporter for The Athletic, joined Sports Talk. Guillory recapped New Orleans' victory over the Brooklyn Nets, highlighting Trey Murphy's performance in the clutch. Guillory also shared his thoughts on Yves Missi, Jordan Poole, and the 2026 trade deadline.

Will Guillory, a Pelicans reporter for The Athletic, joined Sports Talk. Guillory recapped New Orleans' victory over the Brooklyn Nets, highlighting Trey Murphy's performance in the clutch. Guillory also shared his thoughts on Yves Missi, Jordan Poole, and the 2026 trade deadline.

Mike, Steve, and Charlie played their weekly "Pick-Six" segment. The guys broke down the NFL Divisional Round matchups and the College Football Playoff National Championship Game.

Former Saints Super Bowl-winning LB Scott Shanle, the team's pre-and-postgame host, joined Sports Talk. Shanle praised the Saints' defensive surge in the second half of the season. He shared his thoughts on New Orleans' veteran defenders, the Saints' run game, and their rookie class. Shanle also previewed the NFL Playoffs and NFL Draft.

Audacy Sports Betting Insider Brad Evans joined Sports Talk. Evans broke down the NFL's Divisional Playoff matchups and the College Football Playoff National Championship Game.

Blake Ruffino, the founder of the "Are You Serious" Sports Network, joined Sports Talk. Ruffino shared his thoughts on the players LSU is pursuing in the transfer portal: Ohio State safety Faheem Delane, Colorado left tackle Jordan Seaton, Baylor offensive lineman Sean Thompkins, Ole Miss freshman Devin Harper, and Georgia's Aliou Bah.

Mike and Charlie discussed Oregon QB Dante Moore's decision to return to school, LSU LB Harold Perkins' declaration for the 2026 NFL Draft, and Lane Kiffin's latest commitment from USC quarterback Husan Longstreet. Former Saints QB John Fourcade joined Sports Talk to evaluate Tyler Shough. Mike and Charlie spoke to Zack Nagy, an LSU reporter for Sports Illustrated, about the Tigers' transfer portal chaos. Steve and Charlie interviewed Jake Madison, the host of the "Locked on Pelicans" podcast, and Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak.

Mike and Charlie discussed Oregon QB Dante Moore's decision to return to school, LSU LB Harold Perkins' declaration for the 2026 NFL Draft, and Lane Kiffin's latest commitment from USC quarterback Husan Longstreet. Former Saints QB John Fourcade joined Sports Talk. Fourcade told a story about his college recruitment at Notre Dame. He evaluated Tyler Shough's rookie campaign with the Saints and broke down New Orleans' biggest needs in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Mike and Charlie reviewed the Saints' decision to sign free-agent defensive end Myles Cole to a future contract. Zack Nagy, an LSU reporter for Sports Illustrated, joined Sports Talk. Nagy broke down LSU's transfer portal additions, highlighting quarterback Husan Longstreet, the Tigers' offensive line rebuild, and their completely revamped wide receiver room. Mike, Charlie, and Steve played their daily "Triple Option" segment.

Steve and Charlie lamented the Pelicans' consistent fourth-quarter collapses and LSU basketball's 0-3 start in SEC play. The guys listened to Zion Williamson's press conference audio about the Pelicans' issues. Jake Madison, the host of the "Locked on Pelicans" podcast, joined Sports Talk. Madison evaluated interim head coach James Borrego, the upcoming NBA trade deadline, and New Orleans' losses in crunch time. Steve and Charlie reviewed Oregon QB Dante Moore's seismic decision to return to school.

Steve and Charlie listened to Tyler Shough's interview on the "Off the Edge With Cam Jordan" podcast. Shough discussed the Falcons' rivalry, his role as QB1, and head coach Kellen Moore. Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak joined Sports Talk to discuss ESPN's praise of the Saints' 2025 rookie class. Nowak shared his thoughts on rookie LT Kelvin Banks Jr., Dante Moore's decision to return to Oregon, and the 2026 NFL Draft.

Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak joined Sports Talk to discuss ESPN's praise of the Saints' 2025 rookie class. Nowak shared his thoughts on rookie LT Kelvin Banks Jr., Dante Moore's decision to return to Oregon, and the 2026 NFL Draft.

Jake Madison, the host of the "Locked on Pelicans" podcast, joined Sports Talk. Madison evaluated interim head coach James Borrego, the upcoming NBA trade deadline, and New Orleans' losses in crunch time.

Steve and Charlie listened to Zion Williamson's press conference audio about the Pelicans' issues. Williamson emphasized the need for New Orleans to improve defensively in the second half of the season.

Mike, Charlie, and Steve played their daily "Triple Option" segment. Steve previewed LSU basketball's huge game against Kentucky at the PMAC. Charlie highlighted ESPN's article ranking the 2025 NFL rookie classes. Mike projected the Saints to pursue Green Bay linebacker Quay Walker in free agency.

Zack Nagy, an LSU reporter for Sports Illustrated, joined Sports Talk. Nagy broke down LSU's transfer portal additions, highlighting quarterback Husan Longstreet, the Tigers' offensive line rebuild, and their completely revamped wide receiver room.

Former Saints QB John Fourcade joined Sports Talk. Fourcade told a story about his college recruitment at Notre Dame. He evaluated Tyler Shough's rookie campaign with the Saints and broke down New Orleans' biggest needs in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Mike and Charlie discussed LSU's latest transfer portal addition: USC quarterback Husan Longstreet.

Mike and Charlie discussed Mike Tomlin's decision to step down after 19 seasons leading the Pittsburgh Steelers. Fox Sports commentator Tim Brando joined Sports Talk. Brando broke down new LSU quarterback Sam Leavitt's fit in Lane Kiffin's offense, the impending expansion of the College Football Playoff, and the National Championship Game between Indiana and Miami. Mike and Charlie spoke to Audacy NFL Insider Mark Schlereth about the NFL postseason. Steve and Charlie interviewed Chris Dodson, a local Pelicans reporter, and Joe Healy, a writer for D1Baseball.com.

Mike and Charlie discussed Mike Tomlin's decision to step down after 19 seasons leading the Pittsburgh Steelers. Fox Sports commentator Tim Brando joined Sports Talk. Brando broke down new LSU quarterback Sam Leavitt's fit in Lane Kiffin's offense. He discussed the impending expansion of the College Football Playoff and previewed the National Championship Game between Indiana and Miami.

Mike and Charlie discussed the latest news from LSU in the transfer portal. Audacy NFL Insider Mark Schlereth, the host of "The Stinkin' Truth" podcast, joined Sports Talk. Schlereth emphasized the importance of the tight end position in the modern NFL. He also previewed the Divisional Round of the NFL Playoffs. Mike, Charlie, and Steve played their daily "Triple Option" segment.

Steve and Charlie lamented the Pelicans' continued inability to win close games. The guys listened to New Orleans interim head coach James Borrego, who praised the team's grit but criticized their defense. Chris Dodson, a local Pelicans reporter, joined Sports Talk. Dodson discussed New Orleans' struggles in their 9-31 campaign. He also previewed the 2026 trade deadline, explaining the moves the Pelicans could make.

Steve and Charlie recapped the NFL's Wild Card weekend and reviewed the upcoming Divisional Round matchups. Joe Healy, a writer for D1Baseball.com, joined Sports Talk. Healy called the 2026 LSU roster a "well-balanced" team, highlighting their outfield, the Tigers' new-look infield, and LSU's talented young pitching staff. Healy also evaluated the top SEC squads entering the season.

Joe Healy, a writer for D1Baseball.com, joined Sports Talk. Healy called the 2026 LSU roster a "well-balanced" team, highlighting their outfield, the Tigers' new-look infield, and LSU's talented young pitching staff. Healy also evaluated the top SEC squads entering the season.

Chris Dodson, a local Pelicans reporter, joined Sports Talk. Dodson discussed New Orleans' struggles in their 9-31 campaign. He also previewed the 2026 trade deadline, explaining the moves the Pelicans could make.

Mike, Charlie, and Steve played their daily "Triple Option" segment. Steve shared viewership numbers from the NFL's Wild Card Weekend. Mike discussed Oregon TE Kenyon Sadiq's declaration for the 2026 NFL Draft. Charlie started the countdown to the 2026 NFL Draft.

Audacy NFL Insider Mark Schlereth, the host of "The Stinkin' Truth" podcast, joined Sports Talk. Schlereth emphasized the importance of the tight end position in the modern NFL. He also previewed the Divisional Round of the NFL Playoffs.

Fox Sports commentator Tim Brando joined Sports Talk. Brando broke down new LSU quarterback Sam Leavitt's fit in Lane Kiffin's offense. He discussed the impending expansion of the College Football Playoff and previewed the National Championship Game between Indiana and Miami.

Bobby and Mike previewed the NFL's Wild Card Weekend finale between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Houston Texans. They celebrated the awesome stretch of playoff football matchups over the weekend. The guys also reported on LSU's latest transfer portal commitment: Arizona State quarterback Sam Leavitt. Bobby and Mike interviewed Les Sackett, the marketing manager of The Silver Slipper, and Jerit Roser, a prep and college football analyst for "Louisiana vs. All Y'all." Guerry Smith, a Tulane beat writer for NOLA.com, joined Second Guess. Bobby, Mike, and Charlie played their daily "Triple Option" segment.

Bobby and Mike previewed the NFL's Wild Card Weekend finale between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Houston Texans. They celebrated the awesome stretch of playoff football matchups over the weekend. The guys also reported on LSU's latest transfer portal commitment: Arizona State quarterback Sam Leavitt. Bobby and Mike spoke to WWL listeners about the Saints' birthday and the NFL Playoffs.

Mike and Bobby interviewed Les Sackett, the marketing manager of The Silver Slipper, and Jerit Roser, a prep and college football analyst for "Louisiana vs. All Y'all." The guys broke down the College Football Playoffs, highlighting Indiana's dominance and Miami's surprise run. Bobby and Mike spoke to a WWL listener about the College Football Playoff and NFL Playoffs.

Mike and Bobby discussed Lane Kiffin's work to build LSU's 2026 roster. They compared Kiffin's work ethic to Jay Johnson's. Guerry Smith, a Tulane beat writer for NOLA.com, joined Second Guess. Smith broke down the Green Wave's moves in the transfer portal. He praised Tulane's early portal moves under new head coach Will Hall, highlighting Jaylin Lucas and their new-look defensive line. Bobby, Mike, and Charlie played their daily "Triple Option" segment.

Bobby, Mike, and Charlie played their daily "Triple Option" segment. Bobby criticized the rising cost of big football game tickets, celebrated Chris Olave's second-team All-Pro recognition, and gave a stat about Matthew Stafford's first-team All-Pro award. Charlie shared information about Sean McVay's playoff history with the LA Rams.

Guerry Smith, a Tulane beat writer for NOLA.com, joined Second Guess. Smith broke down the Green Wave's moves in the transfer portal. He praised Tulane's early portal moves under new head coach Will Hall, highlighting Jaylin Lucas and their new-look defensive line.

Jerit Roser, a prep and college football analyst for "Louisiana vs. All Y'all," joined Second Guess. Roser broke down LSU's moves in the transfer portal, highlighting Sam Leavitt's commitment to the Tigers, Lane Kiffin's proficiency in finding talent, and their pursuit of a third young quarterback. Roser also discussed LSU's holes along the offensive line.

Bobby and Mike spoke to a WWL listener about the College Football Playoff and NFL Playoffs. The guys criticized the NCAA's scheduling, which has the CFP games on the same week as NFL postseason matchups. Mike slammed the NCAA.

Bobby and Mike spoke to a WWL listener about the NFL's Wild Card Round. The guys compared the Saints' roster to some of the playoff teams. Bobby also reviewed the Packers' ridiculous collapse against the Bears.