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Host Big Dan Wilson is joined by Kirk Merritt, Executive Director of the Ohio Soybean Council and Co-Host Gary Jackson is joined by Julialynn Walker who has served as the Certified Market Manager Assistant for the Ohio Farmers Market Network, and is the market manager for the Bronzeville Growers Market. Those stories and more!
With New Orleans Saints wide receiver Tre'Quan Smith expected to miss the first game of the season, rookie wide receiver A.T. Perry will get an early show to prove his value. Meanwhile Kendre Miller is a big rookie name to watch this weekend. Jamaal Williams will lead the way, but players like Kirk Merritt, Tony Jones Jr. and Jordan Mims might be called up on in Alvin Kamara's absence. Bryan Bresee is likely to be the Saints' top rookie contributor in week 1. But Perry, and Jordan Howden, may not be far behind. JOIN SUBTEXT: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsaints Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
With New Orleans Saints wide receiver Tre'Quan Smith expected to miss the first game of the season, rookie wide receiver A.T. Perry will get an early show to prove his value. Meanwhile Kendre Miller is a big rookie name to watch this weekend. Jamaal Williams will lead the way, but players like Kirk Merritt, Tony Jones Jr. and Jordan Mims might be called up on in Alvin Kamara's absence.Bryan Bresee is likely to be the Saints' top rookie contributor in week 1. But Perry, and Jordan Howden, may not be far behind.JOIN SUBTEXT: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsaintsFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
New Orleans Saints players Tre'Quan Smith, Ugo Amadi, and Nathan Shepherd are among the team's biggest training camp winners thus far. Even with Smith and Rashid Shaheed currently managing groin injuries, no other receivers have confidently pushed for the wideout spot behind Michael Thomas, Chris Olave and Shaheed. Wil Lutz made a statement during Sunday's practice with a 62-yard field goal while Kirk Merritt and A.T. Perry fight for roles open ahead of them on the roster. Why the offensive line may be better than we think, but needs to prove it ahead of and throughout the preseason. Especially when it comes to health. JOIN SUBTEXT: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsaints Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
New Orleans Saints players Tre'Quan Smith, Ugo Amadi, and Nathan Shepherd are among the team's biggest training camp winners thus far. Even with Smith and Rashid Shaheed currently managing groin injuries, no other receivers have confidently pushed for the wideout spot behind Michael Thomas, Chris Olave and Shaheed.Wil Lutz made a statement during Sunday's practice with a 62-yard field goal while Kirk Merritt and A.T. Perry fight for roles open ahead of them on the roster. Why the offensive line may be better than we think, but needs to prove it ahead of and throughout the preseason. Especially when it comes to health.JOIN SUBTEXT: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsaintsFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
Bobby and Mike shared their thoughts on WRs Keke Coutee, Lynn Bowden Jr., and Kirk Merritt, three players competing to make the Saints' roster. Mike, Bobby, and Steve introduced their triple-option segment. They reviewed day one of the Saints' training camp. Sean Salisbury, the host of "The Sean Salisbury Show" on Sports Talk 790 Houston, joined Bobby and Mike. Salisbury praised USC QB Caleb Williams, last year's Heisman winner. He previewed USC and UCLA's move to the Big Ten. Salisbury discussed the Saints' addition of Derek Carr this off-season.
The New Orleans Saints have a ton of running backs with pass-catching abilities and the final week of OTAs provides them a chance to separate themselves. Led by Jamaal Williams, players like Ellis Merriweather and Kirk Merritt have a real change to show what they can do as pass-catchers. Eno Benjamin could impress too, if healthy enough to participate.The building of chemistry for Derek Carr, Chris Olave and Rashid Shaheed is remarkably important during the offseason and so is Nick Saldiveri's injury progress.JOIN SUBTEXT: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsaintsFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
The New Orleans Saints have a ton of running backs with pass-catching abilities and the final week of OTAs provides them a chance to separate themselves. Led by Jamaal Williams, players like Ellis Merriweather and Kirk Merritt have a real change to show what they can do as pass-catchers. Eno Benjamin could impress too, if healthy enough to participate. The building of chemistry for Derek Carr, Chris Olave and Rashid Shaheed is remarkably important during the offseason and so is Nick Saldiveri's injury progress. JOIN SUBTEXT: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsaints Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
With New Orleans Saints OTAs in full swing for week 2, it was easy to see players that are separating themselves. Wideouts Rashid Shaheed and Chris Olave top the list. They and Derek Carr have quickly been building chemistry while A.T. Perry and Bryan Edwards won't allow themselves to be forgotten either. Kirk Merritt and Alontae Taylor are both working at new positions. What challenges and purposes they face and serve and why the next week will be important for Merritt in particular. Attendance had a different feel on Tuesday as more players missed than the first week, but leaders like Demario Davis and JT Gray were present. All that and more notes that you need to know from today's first day of Saints OTAs. JOIN SUBTEXT: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsaints Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
With New Orleans Saints OTAs in full swing for week 2, it was easy to see players that are separating themselves. Wideouts Rashid Shaheed and Chris Olave top the list. They and Derek Carr have quickly been building chemistry while A.T. Perry and Bryan Edwards won't allow themselves to be forgotten either.Kirk Merritt and Alontae Taylor are both working at new positions. What challenges and purposes they face and serve and why the next week will be important for Merritt in particular. Attendance had a different feel on Tuesday as more players missed than the first week, but leaders like Demario Davis and JT Gray were present.All that and more notes that you need to know from today's first day of Saints OTAs.JOIN SUBTEXT: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsaintsFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
The ag industry is constantly evolving and tools to help farmers better manage their business are crucial to the bottom line.In this Managing for Profit, Kirk Merritt, executive director of the Ohio Soybean Council talks about how the Ohio State University's Farm Financial Management and Policy Institute can benefit producers.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Collaboration between the leading soybean producing states helps expand agricultural solutions through innovative thinking and programing. Listen as Kirk Merritt, Executive Director of the Ohio Soybean Council talks about the important role collaboration plays in the future of the Ohio soybean industry.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this Best of Voice of Soy, Kirk Merritt, executive director for the Ohio Soybean Council talks about how checkoff dollars are used to develop educational resources to help producers better understand the issues that matter.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas may have been limited in Wednesday's practice, but there should be optimism around his availability against the Flacons. How Michael Thomas' demeanor and the temperature around the Saints facility seems to indicated good things for the All-Pro Receiver.Paulson Adebo missed practice but the Saints are uniquely built to make up for any missed time he could possibly have. With Tre'Quan Smith and Dwayne Washington missing practice as well, Kirk Merritt could be the perfect solution. Updates on Pete Werner, Ryan Ramczyk, Marcus Davenport, and others as well. Find and follow Locked On Saints on your favorite podcast platforms:
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas may have been limited in Wednesday's practice, but there should be optimism around his availability against the Flacons. How Michael Thomas' demeanor and the temperature around the Saints facility seems to indicated good things for the All-Pro Receiver. Paulson Adebo missed practice but the Saints are uniquely built to make up for any missed time he could possibly have. With Tre'Quan Smith and Dwayne Washington missing practice as well, Kirk Merritt could be the perfect solution. Updates on Pete Werner, Ryan Ramczyk, Marcus Davenport, and others as well. Find and follow Locked On Saints on your favorite podcast platforms:
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Kirk Merritt is an extraordinarily versatile offensive weapon. Even though he didn't make the initial roster, it's not over for him yet. Will Merritt be back to the active roster either directly or via the practice squad? Here's how it can all happen.As the practice squad takes shape the Saints lose Ian Book, gain Tanner Owen. Meanwhile injured reserve possibilities begin to take shape.Find and follow Locked On Saints on your favorite podcast platforms:
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Kirk Merritt is an extraordinarily versatile offensive weapon. Even though he didn't make the initial roster, it's not over for him yet. Will Merritt be back to the active roster either directly or via the practice squad? Here's how it can all happen. As the practice squad takes shape the Saints lose Ian Book, gain Tanner Owen. Meanwhile injured reserve possibilities begin to take shape. Find and follow Locked On Saints on your favorite podcast platforms:
Mike Hoss and Bobby Hebert discussed the CJ Gardner-Johnson trade and roster cuts ahead of Tuesday's 53-man deadline. Hoss mentioned wide receiver Kirk Merritt and linebacker Jon Bostic as surprise cuts. Bobby also talked about safeties Marcus Maye and Tyrann Mathieu, saying their play needs to match or exceed that of Malcolm Jenkins and Marcus Williams from last season.
Bobby and Mike broke down the Saints' additions to the practice squad. The team brought back wide receivers Kirk Merritt, Dai'Jean Dixon, and Rashid Shaheed. However, they didn't add running back Abram Smith and lost quarterback Ian Book to the Philadelphia Eagles on a waiver claim.
Mike Hoss and Bobby Hebert discussed the CJ Gardner-Johnson trade and roster cuts ahead of Tuesday's 53-man deadline. Hoss mentioned wide receiver Kirk Merritt and linebacker Jon Bostic as surprise cuts. Bobby also talked about safeties Marcus Maye and Tyrann Mathieu, saying their play needs to match or exceed that of Malcolm Jenkins and Marcus Williams from last season.
The New Orleans Saints shocked the NFL by trading C.J. Gardner-Johnson to the Philadelphia Eagles. Why the trade went down, what it means for the team and their defense and who steps into the slot cornerback role in 2022. Big names like Michael Thomas, Alvin Kamara, Jameis Winston and Demario Davis were locks all offseason but others like Lewis Kid, Nephi Sewell, Dai'Jean Dixon and Kirk Merritt fought hard to stick around. Who made the initial roster, who didn't and who might be back sooner than later. Find and follow Locked On Saints on your favorite podcast platforms:
The New Orleans Saints shocked the NFL by trading C.J. Gardner-Johnson to the Philadelphia Eagles. Why the trade went down, what it means for the team and their defense and who steps into the slot cornerback role in 2022.Big names like Michael Thomas, Alvin Kamara, Jameis Winston and Demario Davis were locks all offseason but others like Lewis Kid, Nephi Sewell, Dai'Jean Dixon and Kirk Merritt fought hard to stick around. Who made the initial roster, who didn't and who might be back sooner than later.Find and follow Locked On Saints on your favorite podcast platforms:
New Orleans Saints Jameis Winston, Jarvis Landry, Chris Olave, Alvin Kamara and Mark Ingram put the NFL on notice with some clean and crisp execution in Friday's preseason finale against the Los Angeles Chargers. Winston and backup Andy Dalton finish the preseason with perfect passer statistics and leading three touchdown drives. For those asking questions about Winston, he wasted no time in answering them.Rookie left tackle Trevor Penning believed to have suffered a bad turf toe injury. The full severity and timetable of the injury of presently unknown. But what will the Saints do at tackle in the meanwhile and what signs you should look for to determine what the team expects for a recovery timetable.Updating our 53-man roster projection following the Saints preseason finale. Kirk Merritt gets his spot, Justin Evans makes a strong case, but Nephi Sewll, Lucas Krull and Lewis Kidd do enough as undrafted free agents?Find and follow Locked On Saints on your favorite podcast platforms:
New Orleans Saints Jameis Winston, Jarvis Landry, Chris Olave, Alvin Kamara and Mark Ingram put the NFL on notice with some clean and crisp execution in Friday's preseason finale against the Los Angeles Chargers. Winston and backup Andy Dalton finish the preseason with perfect passer statistics and leading three touchdown drives. For those asking questions about Winston, he wasted no time in answering them. Rookie left tackle Trevor Penning believed to have suffered a bad turf toe injury. The full severity and timetable of the injury of presently unknown. But what will the Saints do at tackle in the meanwhile and what signs you should look for to determine what the team expects for a recovery timetable. Updating our 53-man roster projection following the Saints preseason finale. Kirk Merritt gets his spot, Justin Evans makes a strong case, but Nephi Sewll, Lucas Krull and Lewis Kidd do enough as undrafted free agents? Find and follow Locked On Saints on your favorite podcast platforms:
Bobby opened up his notebook to discuss his takeaways from Wednesday's practice. The Cajun Cannon praised quarterback Jameis Winston for the strides he took in the last two days at training camp. He also shared his thoughts on the team's wide receivers, including Kirk Merritt, Marquez Callaway, and Jarvis Landry.
Kristian, Bobby, and Mike remembered legendary former Chiefs quarterback Len Dawson, who passed away today. Bobby opened his notebook to share his observations from Wednesday's Saints practice. The Cajun Cannon praised Jameis Winston for his continued improvement in the last two days. Bobby predicted that tight end Juwan Johnson should make the roster, and he also talked about wide receivers Kirk Merritt, Marquez Callaway, and Jarvis Landry.
Saints legend Deuce McAllister joined the show to share his thoughts on the team's roster ahead of their preseason finale against the Los Angeles Chargers. Deuce talked about Malcolm Roach and Justin Evans on defense. He also broke down the running back battle and the emergence of Kirk Merritt.
Kristian, Bobby, and Mike discussed the potential for Saints defensive tackle David Onyemata to terrorize the interior of Tampa Bay's banged-up offensive line. Saints legend Deuce McAllister joined the show to explain what he's looking for in the team's preseason finale on Friday. Deuce broke down the running backs and linebackers before highlighting Kirk Merritt. Kristian, Bobby, and Mike also talked about LSU's quarterback battle.
Bobby opened up his notebook to discuss his takeaways from Wednesday's practice. The Cajun Cannon praised quarterback Jameis Winston for the strides he took in the last two days at training camp. He also shared his thoughts on the team's wide receivers, including Kirk Merritt, Marquez Callaway, and Jarvis Landry.
New Orleans Saints quarterback Jameis Winston had a great practice on Tuesday taking another step forward in his recovery. Winston looked like a QB that plans to play on Friday, scrambling and distributing passes to Jarvis Landry, Chris Olave, and Alvin Kamara at all levels of the defense. LSU stars Tyrann Mathieu and Jarvis Landry battle for plays of the day, while another Louisiana prospect Kirk Merritt takes advantage of the new opportunities ahead of him at running back. Defense couldn't go without its wins though with great plays by the Honey Badger, Payton Turner, and Kaden Elliss. Find and follow Locked On Saints on your favorite podcast platforms:
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Kirk Merritt has been taking reps at running back this week and meeting in the RB room for film study. His ability to learn and show what he can do from the backfield is skyrocketing his value along with his abilities in the passing and return game. Does his rise end up costing Tre'Quan Smith a spot on the roster? Should the Saints allow star offensive players like Jameis Winston, Michael Thomas, and Alvin Kamara to start and play a series on Friday against the Los Angeles Chargers? Or is it time to just rest your biggest names until the regular season? Find and follow Locked On Saints on your favorite podcast platforms:
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Kirk Merritt has been taking reps at running back this week and meeting in the RB room for film study. His ability to learn and show what he can do from the backfield is skyrocketing his value along with his abilities in the passing and return game. Does his rise end up costing Tre'Quan Smith a spot on the roster?Should the Saints allow star offensive players like Jameis Winston, Michael Thomas, and Alvin Kamara to start and play a series on Friday against the Los Angeles Chargers? Or is it time to just rest your biggest names until the regular season?Find and follow Locked On Saints on your favorite podcast platforms:
Steve Geller and Jeff Nowak are back home after a whirlwind first two weeks of the preseason, so let's catch up on some of the latest developments with the Saints, including Jameis Winston getting back to practice and WR Kirk Merritt shifts to RB. Plus: 13 Saints players missed practice on Monday, should you be concerned? Subscribe to Inside Black & Gold HERE!
Bobby and Mike praised Kirk Merritt for his versatility as a wide receiver, running back, and special teams returner. David Droegemeier, the host of the Locked on Chargers podcast, joined the show to discuss head coach Brandon Staley's hot seat, quarterback Justin Herbert's star power, and safety Derwin James' record-breaking contract. The guys also explained why they think the Buccaneers will struggle at the start of the season.
New Orleans Saints quarterback Jameis Winston had a great practice on Tuesday taking another step forward in his recovery. Winston looked like a QB that plans to play on Friday, scrambling and distributing passes to Jarvis Landry, Chris Olave, and Alvin Kamara at all levels of the defense.LSU stars Tyrann Mathieu and Jarvis Landry battle for plays of the day, while another Louisiana prospect Kirk Merritt takes advantage of the new opportunities ahead of him at running back.Defense couldn't go without its wins though with great plays by the Honey Badger, Payton Turner, and Kaden Elliss.Find and follow Locked On Saints on your favorite podcast platforms:
Steve Geller and Jeff Nowak are back home after a whirlwind first two weeks of the preseason, so let's catch up on some of the latest developments with the Saints, including Jameis Winston getting back to practice and WR Kirk Merritt shifts to RB. Plus: 13 Saints players missed practice on Monday, should you be concerned? Subscribe to Inside Black & Gold HERE!
New Orleans Saints wide receivers Jarvis Landry and Kirk Merritt helped to put on a show in front of the hometown fans during their open practice on Sunday, but a looming absence by Michael Thomas will steal the day. Dennis Allen updated on his progress following the day's events. Nephi Sewell and Rasheed Shahid got some additional opportunities to show what they can do and the defense makes plays on the backs of Demario Davis, Paulson Adebo, and Bradley Roby. Find and follow Locked On Saints on your favorite podcast platforms:
New Orleans Saints wide receivers Jarvis Landry and Kirk Merritt helped to put on a show in front of the hometown fans during their open practice on Sunday, but a looming absence by Michael Thomas will steal the day. Dennis Allen updated on his progress following the day's events.Nephi Sewell and Rasheed Shahid got some additional opportunities to show what they can do and the defense makes plays on the backs of Demario Davis, Paulson Adebo, and Bradley Roby.Find and follow Locked On Saints on your favorite podcast platforms:
New Orleans Saints wide receivers Jameis Winston may be been rusty but he took major strides on Monday in his return to team drills. The quarterback is getting back into the swing of things and despite a C.J. Gardner-Johnson interception, the Florida State alum continues to distribute passes all around the field. Kirk Merritt looked to be getting the Ty Montgomery treatment on Sunday, and after Monday's proactice the vision for the young wideout is clear. The more you can do on the field, the more valuable you are and Merritt is proving the point. Defense wins the day as the Saints are kept out out of the endzone all day sans one Andy Dalton scramble. Demario Davis, Paulson Adebo, Bradley Roby, and more defenders make big plays on Monday even with Marshon Lattimore out. Michael Thomas remains sidelined as well with his hamstring injury.Find and follow Locked On Saints on your favorite podcast platforms:
Kristian praised wide receiver Chris Olave and defensive end Carl Granderson, calling them his "K-Dawg's dogs." Bobby gave multiple statistics that defend Saints defensive end Cam Jordan's case for a spot in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. The guys broke down training camp audio from Dwayne Washington and Trevor Penning, and they also shared their exclusive interviews with cornerback Paulson Adebo and wide receiver Kirk Merritt.
Kristian, Bobby, and Mike interviewed Saints wide receiver Kirk Merritt. The Destrehan, Louisiana native discussed growing up as a Saints fan and shared his background as a former track athlete. Kristian listed wide receiver Michael Thomas and defensive end Carl Granderson as his two "K-Dawg's Dogs." Bobby said he could see the star Saints receiver winning the NFL Comeback Player of the Year. The guys also talked about the battle in the trenches between the offensive and defensive lines at training camp.
Kristian, Bobby, and Mike interviewed Saints wide receiver Kirk Merritt following Wednesday's practice. Merritt discussed growing up as a member of the Who Dat Nation in Destrehan, Louisiana. He also talked about his speed and background as a track athlete. Merritt explained what he learned with the Miami Dolphins that prepared him for this opportunity in New Orleans.
Kristian, Mike, and Bobby interviewed Saints wide receiver Kirk Merritt. Merritt discussed his background as a member of the Who Dat Nation growing up in Destrehan, Louisiana. Mike praised his speed, and Merritt broke down what roles he could fill on the team.
New Orleans Saints linebacker D'Marco Jackson and been placed on IR, so who will back up Demario Davis, Pete Werner and Kaden Elliss? Even though some may be intrigued by Roquan Smith, there are already good options on the roster. But competition has been the name of the game for Dennis Allen this offseason. Kirk Merritt and Dai'Jean Dixon are going to be two names you won't want to forget before the preseason kickoff against the Houston Texans. Find and follow Locked On Saints on your favorite podcast platforms:
New Orleans Saints linebacker D'Marco Jackson and been placed on IR, so who will back up Demario Davis, Pete Werner and Kaden Elliss? Even though some may be intrigued by Roquan Smith, there are already good options on the roster. But competition has been the name of the game for Dennis Allen this offseason.Kirk Merritt and Dai'Jean Dixon are going to be two names you won't want to forget before the preseason kickoff against the Houston Texans.Find and follow Locked On Saints on your favorite podcast platforms:
In the "Bobby's notebook" segment, the Cajun Cannon broke down what he saw in Tuesday's practice. Bobby discussed wide receivers Dai'Jean Dixon, Kirk Merritt, and Michael Thomas. He also talked about the running back battle and the two-minute drill.
Kristian, Bobby, and Mike discussed Jameis Winston's foot injury during Monday's practice. Bobby opened his notebook to break down his thoughts from training camp. He talked about Kirk Merritt, Ian Book, Malcolm Brown, and others. The guys also explained why a double-digit win season is realistic for the Saints in a weaker NFC.
Bobby shared his thoughts from Monday's training camp practice in the "Bobby's notebook" segment. He discussed the competition between Paulson Adebo and Michael Thomas. He also broke down plays by Ian Book, Kirk Merritt, Wil Lutz, and more.
Boot Krewe Media's Jack Culotta, Jr. and John Hendrix (also at Sports Illustrated) cover Saints Training Camp Day 2, highlighting the return of defensive lineman Payton Turner and swiss army knife Taysom Hill, who injured his ribs at Thursday's practice. An excerpt of Hendrix's Day 2 recap -- Among the rotational players included Kentavius Street, Malcolm Roach, Zack Baun, Kaden Elliss, and J.T. Gray. Payton Turner ended up going opposite of Cam Jordan in the first 11-on-11 period. Tyrann Mathieu (excused), Sage Doxtater, Juwan Johnson, Rashid Shaheed (NFI), Tanoh Kpassgnon (NFI), and were among those not spotted at practice on Thursday. Winston went 4-of-4, Dalton went 3-of-4, and Book was 4-of-4. Most of the completions were short with an emphasis on getting the ball out quickly. We did see a somewhat play of the day that saw D'Marco Jackson get a sack on Dalton. Deonte Harty would have wanted this one back to make a killer catch, but give Alontae Taylor some credit for the coverage. 11-ON-11 NOTES: We had two separate periods of this, with the first one going really rough for the offense. Each quarterback ran four plays, and of the five passes, only Winston had a completion on his two attempts. He tried Deonte Harty deep down the sideline, but the pass was out of bounds. Dalton went 0-of-1, and Book's two incompletions were from a drop from Kawaan Baker and a pass out of bounds for Kirk Merritt with Smoke Monday in coverage. Merritt made a great catch, but it wouldn't have counted at all.
Understanding the biggest issues for Ohio soybean farmers is crucial to agriculture's success in the future.In this Voice of Soy, Kirk Merritt, executive director for the Ohio Soybean Council talks about how checkoff dollars help producers understand the issues that matter.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Collaboration between the leading soybean producing states helps expand agricultural solutions through innovative thinking and programming. In this Voice of Soy, Kirk Merritt, executive director of the Ohio Soybean Council talks about the important roll collaboration plays in the future of the soybean industry.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Should the New Orleans Saints lose defensive coordinator Dennis Allen to one of the NFL's open head coaching positions, they have two excellent in-house options to take over the role. Ryan Nielsen and Kris Richard both have what it takes to carry on the success of Allen's defense and add their own spin and fire to the position. If the Saints choose to go out of the facility to fill the spot, they could look to an old friend of head coach Sean Payton's in former Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer.Jameis Winston and Taysom Hill both exceeded expectations in 2021, but one finite detail can be missed about Winston's passing distribution that speak positively of his decision-making, which was previously in question. How targeting players at all positions impacts our read on Winston's development.Along with Dennis Allen, Jeff Ireland has also drawn interest from the Chicago Bears. With the New York Giants having hired their GM in Joe Shoen, the pool for Chicago thins with one less top candidate. How this impact New Orleans. Meanwhile, across the division, the Carolina Panthers have hired Ben McAdoo to fill their offensive coordinator position and confidence in Charlotte is not high. Saints add WRs Jalen McCleskey and Kirk Merritt ahead of free agency.Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Saints Podcast on these platforms…
Should the New Orleans Saints lose defensive coordinator Dennis Allen to one of the NFL's open head coaching positions, they have two excellent in-house options to take over the role. Ryan Nielsen and Kris Richard both have what it takes to carry on the success of Allen's defense and add their own spin and fire to the position. If the Saints choose to go out of the facility to fill the spot, they could look to an old friend of head coach Sean Payton's in former Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer. Jameis Winston and Taysom Hill both exceeded expectations in 2021, but one finite detail can be missed about Winston's passing distribution that speak positively of his decision-making, which was previously in question. How targeting players at all positions impacts our read on Winston's development. Along with Dennis Allen, Jeff Ireland has also drawn interest from the Chicago Bears. With the New York Giants having hired their GM in Joe Shoen, the pool for Chicago thins with one less top candidate. How this impact New Orleans. Meanwhile, across the division, the Carolina Panthers have hired Ben McAdoo to fill their offensive coordinator position and confidence in Charlotte is not high. Saints add WRs Jalen McCleskey and Kirk Merritt ahead of free agency. Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Saints Podcast on these platforms…
For most of the past two years, while most of the world was put on pause, farmers never stopped working and neither did their associations. Along with Ohio Farm Bureau, organizations like the Ohio Corn and Wheat Growers Association and Ohio Soybean Association continue to advocate for trade policies that work for Ohio farmers, as well as monitor water quality and biofuel legislation, engage legislators and regulators, and talk with our farmer members. On this Our Ohio Weekly, hear from leaders of Ohio's corn, wheat and soybean groups. 00:00 - Tadd Nicholson and Kirk Merritt, Executive Directors of Ohio Corn and Wheat and Ohio Soybean, respectively, give a recap of 2021 and what their members can expect in 2022. 16:50 - Jay Truitt with Policy Matters talks about things happening in Washington D.C. that could have major implications for rural Ohio. 23:50 - On this week's “To the Beat of Agriculture”, hear from a retired physician who found a passion for soil conservation and how his journey leg to him winning the Cooperator of the Year and a more recent recognition from the Ohio Department of Agriculture. 32:20 - Leah Curtis, policy counsel with Ohio Farm Bureau, talks about possible Force Majeure happening in Ohio and gives details on the state's new fireworks law. 42:20 - The American Farm Trail app is a new agritourism app from The American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture. Find out more about it from the Foundation's Executive Director Daniel Meloy.
Host Dan Wilson is joined by co-host Gary Jackson to discuss the Ohio Soybean Council and the Ohio Soybean Checkoff dollars that generate research, development, innovation, and more. Guest include Dusty Sonnenberg, Ohio Filed Leader Program; Steve Reinhard a Crawford County Farmer on the United Soybean Board; and Kirk Merritt the Executive Director of the Ohio Soybean Council
Big O discusses Kirk Merritt back to the practice squad and other moves
You know the regular season is round the corner when the 53-man roster is announced.There's a moment of silence for Kirk Merritt not making the squad, as the duo go on to work out the ramifications of Malcom Perry being cut and ending up in New England.Plus Coach Flores tells media, and the world, that Tua is the Miami Dolphins starter.
On today's DolphinsTalk.com Daily Podcast Steven talks about the 53 man roster the Dolphins now have as of Tuesday at 4 pm. Who were some of the surprise cuts the Fins made? Will guys like Gerrid Doaks, Reid Sinnett, Kirk Merritt, and others slip through waivers and be able to be added to the Dolphins practice squad? Steven talks about Brian Flores and what he said at his press conference and of course the big story from Tuesday in which the Miami Dolphins had to issue a statement where owner Stephen Ross publically supporting Tua as the Dolphins starting quarterback. All of this and more on today's DolphinsTalk.com Daily Podcast.
Who needs Deshaun Watson when you have Reid Sinnett?The Miami Dolphins comeback in dramatic fashion to beat the Bengals with Kirk Merritt and Gerrid Doaks impressing!Plus Charlie talks Kadeem off the ledge as more rumours surface of the front office making a move in the near future for the Texans QB.
Miami Sports Vibes with Nando Diaz - A Miami Heat, Miami Dolphins, & Miami Marlins Podcast
Two-time Emmy Award winner, former Sacramento Kings play-by-play broadcaster for 32 years, and host of the podcast "If You Don't Like That," Grant Napear joins me as we discuss all of the major NFL headlines heading into this season. Follow Grant Napear on Twitter: @GrantNapearShow DM me on Twitter: @SportsVibes305E-mail me: miamisportsvibes@gmail.comWebsite: miamisportsvibes.com Thank you for your support!
Big O believes Kirk Merritt played his way into consideration of the 53 man roster
Big O & Omar Kelly look at the performance of WR Kirk Merritt
Big O & Omar Kelly debate Albert Wilson on the Fins
Travis is back for the penultimate training camp report podcast. Today, we'll cover the top performers, go position-by-position, hear from Coach Flores, Raekwon Davis and Kirk Merritt on the importance of sleep and nutrition. Plus, Merritt breaks down his camp, Travis gives an inside look at the OL vs. DL one on ones, and Jesse Davis talks picking up games from the defensive line.
Charlie called it. Charlie saw this coming. Charlie is never wrong!Xavien Howard, after training on the first day of camp, has pulled up with an injury as his ongoing battle with the Miami Dolphins continues.Kadeem says sorry to his podcast partner as Charlie puts in an MVP performance for the ages!Stay tuned for bonus time to hear Kirk Merritt get some love and the rumours that 2 play-off teams have approached Miami about trading X.
Host Dan Wilson and Co-Host Gary Jackson are joined by Ashley McDonald from Ohio Proud, Kirk Merritt form the Ohio Soybean Council - Dan Corcoran talks about High oleic soybeans - and Kent Holmes from Apple Farm Service to discuss their "Auction Services"
Still not over Kadeem not watching Ace Ventura, Charlie once again question's his co-host's fandom.With that in the background, the duo discuss the Jaylen Waddle 'news' as he gets used to NFL practices as well as rumours of an ankle injury plaguing the 1st round player.Plus the pair reveal which three players they think will improve this season and discuss we may not Noah Igbinoghene get starter snaps until 2022.Stay tuned for bonus time as Charlie and Kadeem get to the bottom of the Kirk Merritt debate and where it all started!
Dusty, Kolt and Matt host today! A jumbo sized congratulations goes out to our editor Matt Reese and his new bride Jenna on their wedding this past Sunday! Interviews this week include two from Dusty with Kirk Merritt, with Ohio Soybean, and EPA administrator Andrew Wheeler. Dale has an interview with the Executive Director for Ohio Corn and Wheat Tad Nicholson. All of that and more on ocj.com!
Jason Sarney and Brian Byrne discuss the changes of the 2020 NFL practice squad, and break down the players that made the Miami Dolphins practice squad. Yes, Kirk Merritt made it!