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Mario Jerez, Spanish play-by-play voice of the New Orleans Saints and proud New Orleans native, is joined by veteran Saints and NFL reporter Erin Summers to discuss one of the biggest stories of the Saints offseason: Chris Olave's new contract extension. Olave and the Saints agreed to a four-year, $130 million deal with $90 million guaranteed, making him the sixth-highest paid wide receiver in the NFL at $33 million per season. Mario and Erin discuss why the extension was a necessary move, how Olave has thrived despite constant coaching and quarterback turnover, and why his resilience and professionalism have helped make him one of the league's most consistent young receivers. The conversation also examines Olave's remarkable journey following multiple concussions during the 2024 season, the uncertainty surrounding his football future at the time, and how he responded with the best season of his career in 2025. Plus, the hosts discuss FanDuel's projections for Olave's receiving totals this season and whether he can continue producing at an elite level. Later in the show, Mario and Erin recap the Saints' third training camp practice before the team's scheduled day off. While the defense continues to look ahead of the offense in team drills, there were still encouraging moments from Tyler Shough, Bryce Lance, Noah Fant, and several young playmakers. The hosts break down key injury updates, roster notes, and what has stood out during the first week of camp. Defensively, Quincy Riley and Jaden Price generated buzz with impact plays in front of fans, while veterans like Ike Yiadom continue making strong impressions. Mario and Erin also discuss which individual players have caught their attention so far, including Kool-Aid McKinstry, Kaden Elliss, Nathan Shepherd, and others making a push for larger roles. Finally, the running back room is beginning to take shape. Alvin Kamara, Travis Etienne Jr., and Kendre Miller appear to be separating themselves from the rest of the group, and Miller's return from a season-ending ACL injury continues to be one of the most encouraging developments of camp. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Gregg Rosenthal, Jourdan Rodrigue and Patrick Claybon get you caught up on all the news from training camps around the NFL including Baker Mayfield speaking out about not getting a new contract from the Buccaneers, updates on Ricky Pearsall and Bo Nix's injuries, chip watch for Maxx Crosby and Alvin Kamara and more!NFL Daily YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nflpodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The first day of New Orleans Saints training camp is officially in the books, and there was plenty to discuss. Mario Jerez and Erin Summers react to an energetic opening practice in Metairie, highlighted by full team drills, a fast and physical defense, and several encouraging developments on the health front. The biggest positive? Rookie wide receiver Jordyn Tyson was a full participant throughout practice after being limited during much of the spring. With the cautious ramp-up seemingly behind him, the conversation shifts from his health to what he can realistically bring to the Saints offense in Year 1. The hosts also discuss Chris Olave's limited participation as contract extension talks continue, the concerning knee injury suffered by defensive tackle Bryan Bresee, and what they observed from the Saints' revamped secondary. Justin Reid's description of the defense as "controlled chaos," along with his glowing praise for Kool-Aid McKinstry, offers another glimpse into the identity New Orleans is trying to build under Kellen Moore. Plus, Mario and Erin examine the running back rotation featuring Alvin Kamara, Travis Etienne, Kendre Miller, and Devin Neal, why Miller may have one of the highest ceilings in the room, and what stood out from Tyler Shough's media availability. The young quarterback discusses his leadership growth, confidence entering Year 2, and the increased responsibility he's been given within the offense. The show also looks at FanDuel's odds for Jordyn Tyson's rookie production, Alvin Kamara's outlook on the running back room, and why optimism around this Saints team feels noticeably different compared to a year ago. To close things out, Mario and Erin take a quick tour around the NFC South, including injury concerns in Carolina and the latest contract-related developments involving Falcons star running back Bijan Robinson. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Bobby, Deuce, and Jeff listened to Mickey Loomis' comments about Tyler Shough's leadership and maturity. The guys discussed Shough's work to earn the trust of his teammates and coaching staff. Mike Hoss, the voice of the Saints, joined Sports Talk. Hoss shared his thoughts on Shough, Kellen Moore, and the upcoming preseason schedule. Bobby, Deuce, and Jeff evaluated the Saints' new-look run game with Travis Etienne as the lead back and Alvin Kamara in a new RB2 role.
Bobby, Deuce, and Jeff evaluated the Saints' new-look run game with Travis Etienne as the lead back and Alvin Kamara in a new RB2 role.
We'll examine their most important comments and what they reveal about the team's plans for the upcoming season. Topics include: Tyler Shough's development and leadership Expectations for Kellen Moore's second season The Saints' biggest training camp battles Chris Olave, Jordyn Tyson and the receiving corps Alvin Kamara and Travis Etienne's backfield roles Offensive-line health and development Brandon Staley's defensive vision Roster moves, injuries and possible additions Mickey Loomis' expectations for the 2026 season Join Big Q and the Who Dat Nation for immediate analysis, honest reactions and complete Saints training camp coverage! LIKE the stream SUBSCRIBE and turn on notifications Share your reaction in the chat WHO DAT! #Saints #SaintsNews #SaintsTrainingCamp #KellenMoore #MickeyLoomis #WhoDat #NewOrleansSaints #NFL #BigQ New Orleans Saints, Saints news, Saints training camp 2026, Kellen Moore press conference, Mickey Loomis press conference, Saints press conference, Saints live reaction, Saints training camp live, Saints roster 2026, Tyler Shough, Chris Olave, Jordyn Tyson, Alvin Kamara, Travis Etienne, Kellen Moore Saints, Mickey Loomis Saints, Who Dat Nation, Saints rumors, Saints updates, Saints depth chart, The Sports Coma, Big Q Saints, NFL training camp 2026 We'll examine their most important comments and what they reveal about the team's plans for the upcoming season. Topics include: Tyler Shough's development and leadership Expectations for Kellen Moore's second season The Saints' biggest training camp battles Chris Olave, Jordyn Tyson and the receiving corps Alvin Kamara and Travis Etienne's backfield roles Offensive-line health and development Brandon Staley's defensive vision Roster moves, injuries and possible additions Mickey Loomis' expectations for the 2026 season Join Big Q and the Who Dat Nation for immediate analysis, honest reactions and complete Saints training camp coverage! LIKE the stream SUBSCRIBE and turn on notifications Share your reaction in the chat WHO DAT! #Saints #SaintsNews #SaintsTrainingCamp #KellenMoore #MickeyLoomis #WhoDat #NewOrleansSaints #NFL #BigQ New Orleans Saints, Saints news, Saints training camp 2026, Kellen Moore press conference, Mickey Loomis press conference, Saints press conference, Saints live reaction, Saints training camp live, Saints roster 2026, Tyler Shough, Chris Olave, Jordyn Tyson, Alvin Kamara, Travis Etienne, Kellen Moore Saints, Mickey Loomis Saints, Who Dat Nation, Saints rumors, Saints updates, Saints depth chart, The Sports Coma, Big Q Saints, NFL training camp 2026 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
After rookie quarterback Tyler Shough helped the Saints finish the 2025 season with momentum, the front office strengthened the roster with several important additions. The organization has quickly moved from rebuilding toward renewed expectations—but optimism must now translate into results. Topics include: Tyler Shough's development entering Year 2 The rebuilt Saints offense under Kellen Moore Chris Olave's contract-extension situation Jordyn Tyson's potential immediate impact Travis Etienne Jr. and Alvin Kamara's backfield roles The backup quarterback competition Key offensive-line questions J& MORE... The Saints have not reached the postseason in more than five years. They may not be ready for Super Bowl expectations, but there are legitimate reasons to believe they can compete for a playoff position in 2026. Can the Saints turn offseason optimism into success—or will the same weaknesses prevent them from taking the next step? Join Big Q and the Who Dat Nation for honest Saints news, analysis and conversation on The Sports Coma. Like the video Subscribe and turn on notifications Share your biggest Saints training camp storyline below ️ Support independent Saints coverage and join the community After rookie quarterback Tyler Shough helped the Saints finish the 2025 season with momentum, the front office strengthened the roster with several important additions. The organization has quickly moved from rebuilding toward renewed expectations—but optimism must now translate into results. Topics include: Tyler Shough's development entering Year 2 The rebuilt Saints offense under Kellen Moore Chris Olave's contract-extension situation Jordyn Tyson's potential immediate impact Travis Etienne Jr. and Alvin Kamara's backfield roles The backup quarterback competition Key offensive-line questions J& MORE... The Saints have not reached the postseason in more than five years. They may not be ready for Super Bowl expectations, but there are legitimate reasons to believe they can compete for a playoff position in 2026. Can the Saints turn offseason optimism into success—or will the same weaknesses prevent them from taking the next step? Join Big Q and the Who Dat Nation for honest Saints news, analysis and conversation on The Sports Coma. Like the video Subscribe and turn on notifications Share your biggest Saints training camp storyline below ️ Support independent Saints coverage and join the community Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Steve interviews Aaron Schatz (00:28:19) from FTNFantasy to discuss the annual football almanac. Steve and Aaron discuss the 2026 NFL Season. The simulations hate the New Orleans Saints. Why? Was Tyler Shough bad last season? Who do the simulations think could make a big jump next year? What do the numbers think about Fernando Mendoza? Ty Simpson? We discuss these things and many more during our annual discussion with Aaron. Steve starts the show with First things First and discusses the Atlanta Braves great start out of the All-Star break. Also, ESPN and USA Today are not what they used to be, Alvin Kamara is back, and Italy have a new technical director and manager. The show ends with One Last Thing about repeating myself for 15 years on over 500 podcasts. For more information follow the podcast on twitter @sports_casters Email: thesportscasters@gmail.com
Chad and Jordan discuss the Raiders QB situations, teambuilding lessons from the Raiders, and Alvin Kamara returns. Plus, WRs and trades.Plus hours of premium content this month! You can get all the DTT Patreon content for $10 a month at patreon.com/DynastyThinkTank.Follow Chad on Twitter: @chadparsonsNFLFollow Jordan on Twitter: @mcnamaradynasty
Chris Welsh, Andrew Erickson, Derek Brown, and Jake Ciely go head-to-head in a full PPR fantasy football mock draft using Draft Wizard. The crew breaks down how to attack a 2-WR format, why running backs rise in value, when to draft elite tight ends, and how to balance early-round stars with mid-round upside. Find out how the guys build around players like Puka Nacua, Christian McCaffrey, James Cook, Justin Jefferson, A.J. Brown, Chase Brown, Trey McBride, Colston Loveland, Jaylen Waddle, Garrett Wilson, Breece Hall, Christian Watson, Quinshon Judkins, D'Andre Swift, Trevor Lawrence, Kyle Pitts, Brock Purdy, and more. Plus, the Draft Wizard grades every team, reveals the best picks and biggest reaches, and shows how expert mock draft strategy can help you prepare for your fantasy football draft. Timestamps (May be off due to timestamps):Intro - 0:00:00Draft Order Banter & Pick Spots - 0:00:452-WR League Strategy - 0:01:56Why Running Backs Rise in 2-WR Formats - 0:02:24Use the Draft Wizard at fantasypros.com/draftwizard - 0:04:10Draft Slots Revealed - 0:05:06Round 1 Begins - 0:05:57Puka Nacua at 1.03 - 0:06:34Christian McCaffrey at 1.06 - 0:07:04James Cook at 1.11 - 0:07:48Justin Jefferson & De’Von Achane at the Turn - 0:08:39A.J. Brown Falls to Erickson - 0:09:04Trey McBride & Kyren Williams Build - 0:10:39Colston Loveland in Round 3 - 0:11:45Jeremiyah Love, Tetairoa McMillan & Josh Allen - 0:12:40Emeka Egbuka at 3.11 - 0:13:13Early Draft Heat Check - 0:14:13D-Bro’s RB-RB-TE Start - 0:15:05FantasyPros Giveaway - 0:15:58Garrett Wilson & Jaylen Waddle Picks - 0:16:47Breece Hall as Erickson’s RB2 - 0:17:09Terry McLaurin in Round 4 - 0:18:20TreVeyon Henderson Upside Pick - 0:18:54Mike Evans to D-Bro - 0:20:03Christian Watson Breakout Bet - 0:20:55Quinshon Judkins & DeAndre Swift Picks - 0:22:01Tucker Kraft Discussion - 0:22:37Parker Washington Upside Swing - 0:23:41David Montgomery & Jackson Dart Picks - 0:25:07Tony Pollard as an RB3/Flex - 0:26:07Trevor Lawrence Pick & QB Tier Drop - 0:27:02Trevor Lawrence Upside Case - 0:27:59BettingPros College Football Promo - 0:29:28Jadarian Price & Wan’Dale Robinson Picks - 0:30:40Rashad White PPR Value - 0:32:58Ricky Pearsall, Mekhi Lemon & Chris Godwin Picks - 0:34:38Jaden Higgins Upside Case - 0:36:07Jacoby Meyers & George Kittle Picks - 0:37:11Late Tight End Strategy - 0:37:59Kyle Pitts Value - 0:39:24Alvin Kamara’s New Value - 0:40:21Keaton Mitchell Late-Round Swing - 0:41:00Matthew Golden Upside Pick - 0:42:11Dak Prescott in Round 11 - 0:43:06Chig Okonkwo as a Late TE Pairing - 0:43:50Hard Rock Bet - 0:44:50Brock Purdy & Denzel Boston Picks - 0:47:01Tre Harris Late-Round Upside - 0:48:19Malik Willis Upside Pick - 0:49:58Emanuel Wilson Handcuff Pick - 0:50:31Stefon Diggs Late-Round Value - 0:51:00Greg Dulcich Tight End Depth - 0:52:00Draft Wizard Grades Revealed - 0:53:00Erickson Team Review - 0:54:00D-Bro Team Review - 0:57:00Bench Value vs. Starter Value Debate - 0:58:00Jake Ciely Team Review - 1:00:00Draft Wizard Pick Analysis Tool - 1:02:00Welsh’s Team Review - 1:04:00Draft Wizard Final CTA - 1:06:50Final Thoughts - 1:08:15Outro - 1:08:36 Helpful Links: Hard Rock Bet - Sign up for Hard Rock Bet and make a $5 bet and you'll get $150 in bonus bets if you win. Head over to Hard Rock Bet, sign up and make your first deposit today. Payable in bonus bet(s). Not a cash offer. Offered by the Seminole Tribe of Florida in FL. Offered by Seminole Hard Rock Digital, LLC, in all other states. Must be 21+ and physically present in AZ, CO, FL, IL, IN, NJ, OH, TN or VA to play. Terms and conditions apply. Concerned about gambling? In FL, call 1-888-ADMIT-IT. In IN, if you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help, call 1-800-9-WITH-IT. GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER (AZ, CO, IL, NJ, OH, TN, VA) Draft Wizard - Dominate your fantasy football draft with Draft Wizard. Run fast mock drafts, test different strategies, build custom cheat sheets, get pick-by-pick draft advice, and learn your leaguemates' tendencies before draft day. Just download the FantasyPros App or head to fantasypros.com/draftwizard Follow us on Twitch - The team here at FantasyPros is taking questions all week, every week on Twitch. 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Summary: Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat) and Kyle Dvorchak (@kyletweetshere) double back on “news they might have missed over the past month,” beginning with the resolutions to George Pickens and Alvin Kamara’s contract situations. They also check in on Brandon Aiyuk and Stefon Diggs’ “next team” status, Malik Nabers and Cam Skattebo’s health, and much more. That includes items on Baker Mayfield and second-year Cowboys RB Jaydon Blue. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Best Ball Breakfast locks in for four more drafts in the Best Ball Mania 7 contest on Underdog. Pete drafts solo, welcomes on Mark Dank from the ETR projections team, and then is joined by our BBM champions Sam Sherman and Pat Kerrane. Topics discussed: Playing the Jags through a back-stacked Trevor Lawrence, the latest rankings updates and targets from ETR, big stacks on the Broncos and Chargers, and how many Browns is too many Browns?
Training camp is almost here, and there is no shortage of storylines surrounding the New Orleans Saints. On this episode of the BLEAV in Saints Podcast presented by FanDuel, Mario Jerez, Spanish play-by-play voice of the Saints and New Orleans native, is joined by Saints reporter and analyst Erin Summers to break down Alvin Kamara's contract restructure and what it means for his future with the organization. With the financial uncertainty now behind them, the duo discusses what Kamara's role could look like in a reshaped Saints backfield heading into 2026. The conversation then shifts to wide receiver Chris Olave, who landed at No. 64 on the NFL Top 100 list while entering the final year of his rookie contract. Is a long-term extension inevitable? What would Olave need to prove this season to justify a massive new deal, and how important is his connection with second-year quarterback Tyler Shough? Mario and Erin also dive into the recent quarterback-led workouts in Southern California, where Saints players spent time training alongside franchise legend Drew Brees. They discuss Brees' message to the team, Lance Moore's involvement with the receivers, and why Brees credited Shough for organizing and leading the sessions. As training camp approaches, the hosts examine one of the most intriguing position groups on the roster: the interior defensive line. They react to recent reporting suggesting potential changes could be coming up front and discuss why the position could have a major impact on the Saints' season. Plus, Mario and Erin reveal their biggest X-factor players on offense and defense, and they close the show by looking at FanDuel's odds for the Saints to make the playoffs at +176. What would a postseason appearance mean for this franchise, its young quarterback, and the direction of the organization? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
We’re back baby! And Connor is literally back from his baby. Backflips & bottle service…how did Chris spend his bougie vacation? We’ll catch up on some NFL news we missed with a round of I Know What You Did This Summer. Plus your reactions to Simms’ All-Time QB lists. (0:24) “I’ve been having too much fun”(4:45) Chris recounts his bougie Euro Trip(16:10) World Cup over, NFL goes back to turf(21:35) Brandon Aiyuk keeps burning bridges(29:55) Cam Skattebo's backflip(37:05) Alvin Kamara stays with Saints(38:50) Brendan Sorsby denied Supplemental Draft(42:20) Lions secondary after cutting Terrion Arnold(46:35) Aaron Donald works out at Rams facility(56:10) Rams LT Alaric Jackson could face suspension(58:55) Eagles “hesitant to pay” Jalen Carter(1:04:10) Simms All-Time QB Countdown reaxSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Heath Cummings is joined by Scott Boulanger (aka Jax Falcone) to predict which dynasty players are poised for peak seasons in 2026.The guys discuss whether Alvin Kamara's return affects Travis Etienne, if the Bears' passing game is primed for a breakout, and whether Zay Flowers or DeVonta Smith is more likely to set new career highs. Then they reveal the players they believe are on the verge of the best seasons of their careers, including Justin Herbert, Brock Purdy, Kenneth Walker, Jonathon Brooks, Christian Watson, Quentin Johnston, Dalton Kincaid, and Kyle Pitts.Whether you're buying, selling, or preparing for your draft, find out which players could be ready to reach new heights this season.(0:00) Welcome Back Jax Falcone!(3:00) Alvin Kamara & Travis Etienne(4:30) Bears Passing Game Breakout?(6:00) DeVonta Smith vs. Zay Flowers(11:00) Justin Herbert(13:50) Brock Purdy(16:26) Kenneth Walker(19:24) Jonathon Brooks(22:50) Christian Watson(26:30) Quentin Johnston(29:21) Dalton Kincaid(32:40) Kyle Pitts(35:11) Chat Questions#FantasyFootball #NFL #FantasyFootballAdvice #Podcast
Andy, Randy, and Beau dive into the Atlanta Hawks' recent moves involving Zaccharie Risacher and discuss the atmosphere at Fanatics Fest. The segment also features Jameis Winston's World Cup perspective and a debate over the football Mount Rushmore for Gwinnett County athletes like Alvin Kamara and Cameron Heyward. 01:00 - NBA Trades and Taxes 04:34 - WWE and Fanatics Fest 09:02 - World Cup and Gwinnett
Sean Fazende and Andre Johnson Jr break down the #Saints decision to rework running back Alvin Kamara's deal, and dive into what QB Tyler Shough taking the team to San Diego to train with Drew Brees shows
Make it a summer you'll never forget by drafting these six must-have fantasy football sleepers!Is Las Vegas Raiders WR Jack Bech due for a second-year breakout? Can Seattle Seahawks RB Zach Charbonnet come back off the injury to be a difference-maker? Plus, does Houston Texans WR Tank Dell return to form?Seth, Steve & Craze talk their top-late round players to target on "The In-Between Fantasy Football Podcast (S8 E18)."⏰ Time Stamps:00:00:00 Introduction00:02:51 FSAN Promo00:03:59 Shore Thing Sleepers: 2026 Fantasy Football Sleepers00:04:26 Tank Dell (WR - HOU) | WR77 ADP (200 Overall)00:11:01 Jack Bech (WR - LV) | WR102 ADP (278 Overall)00:16:10 Tre Tucker (WR - LV) | WR63 ADP (179 Overall)00:23:22 #Weekender Promo00:24:57 Kaytron Allen (RB - WAS) | RB57 ADP (181 Overall)00:28:52 Alvin Kamara (RB - NO) | RB51 ADP (172 Overall)00:34:22 Zach Charbonnet (RB - SEA) | RB50 ADP (160 Overall)00:42:01 Plugs + Outro❓ FAQs• Who are the top fantasy football sleepers?• How will the New Orleans Saints use Alvin Kamara?• What's the latest Zach Charbonnet injury update?
Steve and Jeff discussed the 2026 World Cup, the Pelicans' Summer League journey, the Arizona Cardinals' recent gambling controversy, and LSU's future in-state opponents. Steve, Jeff, and Charlie reviewed Bleacher Report's New Orleans sports "Mount Rushmore" post-2000. Mark Radigan, the host of "The Soccer Journal" podcast on the BLEAV network, previewed Spain's showdown with Argentina in the 2026 World Cup Championship. Steve and Jeff also interviewed Saints gameday host Stan Verrett about Tyler Shough, Alvin Kamara, and the Saints' 2026 schedule.
Mike Florio (@profootballtalk) breaks down the latest stories from around the NFL including Alvin Kamara staying with the Saints and the Falcons QB competition heading into training camp. Plus, Florio also answers listener questions from the PFT PM mailbag. (3:40) Alvin Kamara remains with Saints as RB2 (9:05) Netflix Quarterback series; Jayden Daniels' skinny frame, using VR headset (16:35) Nate Burleson wants to succeed James Brown on CBS’ NFL Today; future of Sunday NFL morning shows (22:45) Falcons QB competition (28:35) PFT PM Mailbag: Tagging Vita Vea, interest in Stefon Diggs and Deebo Samuel, overly optimistic on Lions?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The GBAG Nation analyzes Terrence Steele's potential for a breakout season and evaluates the Dallas Cowboys' backup quarterback depth. They also discuss viral sports moments, including the ESPYs, throwback broadcasting blunders, and a news report about a stripper pole accident in Houston. 02:42 - Terrence Steele's Season Outlook 09:51 - Backup Quarterback Situation Rankings 14:40 - Alvin Kamara's Saints Extension 18:05 - Sounds Of The Day 26:26 - Throwback Sports Broadcasting Moments 32:36 - Big 12 Transfer Discussion 36:30 - World Cup Final Pricing 39:27 - Stripper Pole Sprinkler Incident
The wait for fantasy football season is almost over, and it's time to kick off our 2026 Fantasy Football Top 100 Rankings!In Part 1, we're breaking down players ranked No. 100 through No. 41, highlighting the biggest sleepers, potential busts, rookie values, and draft strategies that could help you win your league.We also react to the biggest NFL news from the week, including:
Dan joins Andy and Jeff to go over the biggest headlines in the sports world
What does the perfect fantasy football draft look like in 2026? Chris Welsh is joined by Derek Brown and Jake Ciely to build the ultimate fantasy football draft blueprint by selecting their favorite value pick in every round! From first-round stars like Puka Nacua, James Cook, AJ Brown, and Chase Brown to league-winning sleepers such as Parker Washington, Quentin Johnston, Josh Downs, Jonathan Brooks, and Stefon Diggs, the crew breaks down the best targets at every stage of your draft. Whether you're preparing for redraft leagues, half-PPR formats, or looking for draft strategy advice, this episode gives you a round-by-round roadmap to dominate your fantasy football draft. Timestamps: (May be off due to ads) Intro - 0:00:00 Round 1 - 0:03:58 Round 2 - 0:11:52 Round 3 - 0:18:43 Round 4 - 0:23:54 FantasyPros Draft Wizard - 0:29:01 Round 5 - 0:29:43 Round 6 - 0:33:35 Round 7 - 0:40:27 DASH Dog Food - 0:45:52 Round 8 - 0:46:45 Round 9 - 0:50:01 Round 10 - 0:54:05 Hard Rock Bet - 0:57:17 Rounds 11-14 - 0:59:26 Outro - 1:07:05 Helpful Links: Hard Rock Bet - Sign up for Hard Rock Bet and make a $5 bet and you'll get $150 in bonus bets if you win. Head over to Hard Rock Bet, sign up and make your first deposit today. Payable in bonus bet(s). Not a cash offer. Offered by the Seminole Tribe of Florida in FL. Offered by Seminole Hard Rock Digital, LLC, in all other states. Must be 21+ and physically present in AZ, CO, FL, IL, IN, NJ, OH, TN or VA to play. Terms and conditions apply. Concerned about gambling? In FL, call 1-888-ADMIT-IT. In IN, if you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help, call 1-800-9-WITH-IT. GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER (AZ, CO, IL, NJ, OH, TN, VA) Draft Wizard - Dominate your fantasy football draft with Draft Wizard. Run fast mock drafts, test different strategies, build custom cheat sheets, get pick-by-pick draft advice, and learn your leaguemates' tendencies before draft day. Just download the FantasyPros App or head to fantasypros.com/draftwizard Follow us on Twitch - The team here at FantasyPros is taking questions all week, every week on Twitch. Follow us on Twitch at twitch.tv/fantasypros and never miss a stream! Discord – Join our FantasyPros Discord Community! Chat with other fans and get access to exclusive AMAs that wind up on our podcast feed. Come get your questions answered and BE ON THE SHOW at fantasypros.com/chat Leave a Review – If you enjoy our show and find our insight to be valuable, we’d love to hear from you! Your reviews fuel our passion and help us tailor content specifically for YOU. Head to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever else you get your podcasts and leave an honest review. Let’s make this show the ultimate destination for fantasy football enthusiasts like us. Thank you for watching and for showing your support – https://fantasypros.com/review/ BettingPros Podcast – For advice on the best picks and props across both the NFL and college football each and every week, check out the BettingPros Podcast at bettingpros.com/podcast, our BettingPros YouTube channel at youtube.com/bettingpros, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Dash Dog Food: This episode is brought to you by DASH Dog Food.Compared to figuring out who you’re going to draft, your dog’s food should be a much easierdecision. DASH is a fresher, more transparent approach to dog food, made with grass-fed beefand organic chicken from humanely raised animals. Most fresh dog food brands stop at “human-grade,” but DASH goes further by telling you where the protein comes from. There are no antibiotics, no added hormones, and no fillers — just clean protein you can feel good about serving.Get 60% off your first box when you use code FANTASYPROS at dashdogfood.com/FANTASYPROS. That’s dashdogfood.com/FANTASYPROS, code FANTASYPROS, for 60% off your first box.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nick Kostos talks the new Alvin Kamara contract and the ceiling of the Saints offense in 2026.
Ben Maller talks about Alvin Kamara's decision to rework his contract and stay with the Saints, Florida State coach Mike Norvell saying he's not concerned about being on the hot seat, Sophie Cunningham complaining she doesn't make enough to retire, and more Mallerpalooza!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kamara is back officially! Kevin and Ralph break down best and worst case scenarios for what is likely Kamara's final season.Saints Happy Hour is brought to you by Hardhide Ponchatoula Strawberry Whiskey and Chilton County Peach Whiskey!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In Hour 2, Andy and Randy talk about Alvin Kamara's re-worked contract keeping him with the Saints, former UGA LB Rennie Curran joins the show, and Backpage with Beau.
Andy and Randy discuss some of today's top stories in the National Football League.
Mario Jerez and Erin Summers are joined by Saints safety Justin Reid for an in-depth conversation as training camp approaches. Justin reflects on his unique football journey, from growing up in Ascension Parish and starring at Dutchtown High School to choosing Stanford over LSU and eventually becoming a two-time Super Bowl champion with the Kansas City Chiefs. Reid discusses the influence of his family, including his mother's remarkable work ethic and his early passion for soccer, which nearly became his primary sport before football took center stage. Justin also opens up about life away from the field, sharing his interests in photography, chess, and other personal passions that help him stay balanced during the NFL season. On the football side, Reid provides insight into the Saints' offseason preparations, his growing role as a veteran leader, and the benefits of another year in Brandon Staley's defensive system. He discusses the impact of players such as Chase Young, Justin Blackmon, Kool-Aid McKinstry and Jonas Sanker, while also evaluating the continued development of quarterback Tyler Shough. Reid shares his thoughts on what Alvin Kamara and Travis Etienne can bring to the offense and explains how familiarity and continuity could help elevate the Saints defense in 2026. The conversation also touches on the NFC South race, New Orleans' rivalry with Atlanta, comparisons between Brandon Staley and Steve Spagnuolo, and Reid's approach to blocking out outside noise and “fabricated hearsay” as the Saints prepare for a pivotal season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Carl and Mike get into some brief football talk as they share thoughts on the ACC and what teams they believe will "step up" and make a run towards the CFP and whether or not Georgia Tech will be one of the teams to find themselves in the conversation. They then get into some NFL talk as they react to Alvin Kamara restructuring his contract to remain with the Saints.
Steve and Charlie discussed Alvin Kamara's reworked contract to return to the Saints in 2026. Saints color analyst Deuce McAllister joined Sports Talk to review Alvin Kamara's contract restructure to stay with the Saints. Deuce also evaluated the rest of the running back room, broke down Chris Olave's impending extension, and previewed the team's first training camp practice session.
Mike and Charlie discussed the Saints' decision to restructure Alvin Kamara's contract, allowing the veteran RB to return for his 10th season in New Orleans. The guys also previewed what's next for the Saints' front office. Former NFL QB Jake Delhomme, the radio network analyst for the Carolina Panthers, joined Sports Talk. Delhomme shared his thoughts on Kamara's return to the Saints, Travis Etienne's role in the team's backfield, and the NFC South's hierarchy. Delhomme also celebrated Drew Brees and Luke Kuechly's impending induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Mike and Charlie discussed the Saints' decision to restructure Alvin Kamara's contract, allowing the veteran RB to return for his 10th season in New Orleans. Mike interviewed former NFL QB Jake Delhomme, Tulane reporter Guerry Smith, and St. Augustine head football coach Robert Valdez. Steve and Charlie spoke to Saints color analyst Deuce McAllister and Jared Dubin, an NFL writer for CBS Sports. The guys also recapped Argentina's incredible comeback victory over England in the World Cup semifinals.
The debate seems to be over: Alvin Kamara almost surely will return to the New Orleans Saints. But how will it work now that AK41 is making less money and will be the team's RB2? Let's get into it with WWL-TV sports director Doug Mouton on Thursday's Dattitude (Ep. 523) presented by Evangeline Securities.
Mike Johnson and Beau Morgan react to the news that New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara will play for the Saints this season on a reworked contract, and explain why they think the Saints will probably be the most unpredictable team in the NFC South this season.
HR3 - Inconsistent QB play big reason why Drake London isn't looked at as Top 10 WR In hour three Mike Johnson and Beau Morgan continue to react to ESPN putting out a list of the top 10 wide receivers in the NFL as voted on by league scouts, executives and coaches, react to Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London not cracking the Top 10 and being in the ‘Honorable Mentions' category, explain why they think Drake is a Top 10 wide receiver, but also explain why they think the Falcons top wide receiver needs more 1,000+ yard receiving seasons to be looked at as a top wide receiver universally. Next, Mike and Beau react to the news that NASCAR recently changed their rules at Daytona International Speedway in an effort to make the racing at Daytona similar to the racing at Echo Park Speedway here in Georgia, react to the news that New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara will play for the Saints this season on a reworked contract, explain why they think the Saints will probably be the most unpredictable team in the NFC South this season, talk about how Atlanta was undoubtedly the best 2026 FIFA World Cup host city, talk about what they learned today during the show in ‘The More You Know', and then close out hour three by answering people's questions about anything in the Morning Mailbag!
Saints color analyst Deuce McAllister joined Sports Talk to review Alvin Kamara's contract restructure to stay with the Saints. Deuce also evaluated the rest of the running back room, broke down Chris Olave's impending extension, and previewed the team's first training camp practice session.
Former NFL QB Jake Delhomme, the radio network analyst for the Carolina Panthers, joined Sports Talk. Delhomme shared his thoughts on Alvin Kamara's return to the Saints, Travis Etienne's role in the team's backfield, and the NFC South's hierarchy. Delhomme also celebrated Drew Brees and Luke Kuechly's impending induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Saints color analyst Deuce McAllister joined Sports Talk to review Alvin Kamara's contract restructure to stay with the Saints. Deuce also evaluated the rest of the running back room, broke down Chris Olave's impending extension, and previewed the team's first training camp practice session.
Brad Evans and Pat Boyle welcome in Producer Brandon Combs for a game of Hot or Cold, including if Sam Darnold will have a better statistical season than Drake Maye, was MLB airing the Home Run Derby on Netflix a failure, will the Marlins be NL East contenders by September, and does Alvin Kamara re-signing the Saints do anything for the Saints?
Mike and Jeff gave an update on the 2026 World Cup and Wimbledon. The guys interviewed Mike Triplett, a Saints reporter for NewOrleans.Football, about the team's offseason questions. Mike and Jeff listened to Tyler Shough's comments about Chris Olave on Chris Long's podcast. Cooper Manning joined Sports Talk to recap the 30th Manning Passing Academy and promote his new podcast: "We Need a 4th." The guys also spoke to Broc Raiford, a local BMX contestant in the X-Games.
Mike and Jeff answered a question from a WWL listener about Alvin Kamara and debated the Saints' roster spots at DL and WR. Seth Lewis, a reporter for WWL-TV, joined Sports Talk. Lewis broke down the Pelicans' lack of action in the offseason and the start of the team's Summer League journey. He evaluated new Pelicans head coach Jamahl Mosley. Lewis also discussed the Saints' topics of interest ahead of the team's training camp.
Erik McCoy. Julian Blackmon. Alvin Kamara. Chase Young. Now, Jordyn Tyson. There are more, but is there a specific member of the New Orleans #Saints 'injury-prone' list they can't do without? That's the lead topic with NOLA.com Saints editor Zach Ewing on Thursday's Dattitude (Ep. 521) presented by Evangeline Securities.
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Mario and Erin open by looking at ESPN's annual survey of NFL executives, coaches and scouts, where both Alvin Kamara and Travis Etienne Jr. received votes among the league's top running backs but neither cracked the Top 10. Is Etienne being overlooked entering his first season in New Orleans? And what should Saints fans realistically expect from a backfield featuring Etienne and Kamara? That conversation leads into a debate about Kamara after Bleacher Report labeled him the NFL's most overpaid running back for 2026. Fair criticism or disrespect? The show also highlights some national recognition for the Saints defense, including Kool-Aid McKinstry receiving votes in ESPN's cornerback rankings. Is a breakout season on the horizon for the young corner? Then it's time to talk odds. FanDuel currently lists Kellen Moore among the favorites for NFL Coach of the Year, despite New Orleans entering the season with relatively modest expectations. What would have to happen for Moore to cash that ticket, and what does it say about how people around the league view the Saints' potential? Finally, Mario and Erin have some fun with a comparison that might sound crazy at first: could the 2026 Saints become this year's version of the 2025 Patriots? New England entered last season as a long shot before dramatically outperforming expectations, and with the Saints sitting at +3500 to win the NFC, is there a path for New Orleans to become one of the NFL's biggest surprise teams? Plus, Justin Reid explains why Cam Jordan's return is "huge for the culture" of the organization, why Jordan's leadership remains invaluable, and which young defensive linemen need to emerge if the Saints are going to exceed expectations this season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Steve and Charlie recapped the US Men's National Team's Round of 32 victory over Bosnia. The guys criticized the red card decision against US star striker Folarin Balogun, praised the "grit" of the team, and looked ahead to the Americans' Round of 16 match against Belgium. Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak joined Sports Talk. Nowak previewed the Saints' training camp workouts later in the month. He praised the team's offensive weapons, projected Chris Olave's impending extension with New Orleans, and reviewed Alvin Kamara's cloudy future with the Saints.
Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak joined Sports Talk. Nowak previewed the Saints' training camp workouts later in the month. He praised the team's offensive weapons, projected Chris Olave's impending extension with New Orleans, and reviewed Alvin Kamara's cloudy future with the Saints.
We are officially in the Saints Dead Zone, with training camp less than a month away. We talk about Terrion Arnold's situation and how that affects the week 1 matchup against the Lions, Jeff Duncan's #classless article on Alvin Kamara, Saints Hall of Fame inductions, our World Cup recap, then give some final thoughts on TV and movies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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