Best WWL Radio Podcasts (2025)

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Saints Mailbag: Will Juwan Johnson Finally Get Star Usage in New Saints Offense? 48:15

2d ago48:15

48:15

Deven Johnson is back alongside Jeff Nowak for our latest mailbag episode, a long-time coming as he hit the pre-minicamp break. We've got some Blake Grupe card-collecting tidbits, Juwan Johnson and Kendre Miller takes, some potential surprise cuts and a lot more. SEGMENT 1 - Where should the Saints have the sights set for Kendre Miller? Topics: - B…

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Which Saints Have Most to Prove in 2025 Season? + 1-on-1 with Scott Shanle 1:00:12

4d ago1:00:12

1:00:12

The New Orleans Saints have a host of questions to answer in the 2025 season, but which players have the most on the line? In the latest edition of the WWL Radio original Inside Black & Gold podcast, Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak is rejoined by guest host Deven Johnson to break down the top names on both sides of the ball – can Spencer Rattle…

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How to Build a Business That Runs Without You - Adi Klevit - #94 Close The Deal 20:26

5d ago20:26

20:26

Want more time, profit, and peace of mind in your business? Start with systems. On this episode of Close The Deal, Ewell Smith chats with Adi Klevit - founder of Business Success Consulting Group—about how entrepreneurs can document their way to freedom. You’ll learn: How to identify the first process to document The 90-minute framework that change…

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Chris Olave Is All-In On the Saints. Can He Deliver (and stay healthy) This Time? 42:45

7d ago42:45

42:45

The New Orleans Saints know they have a star WR in Chris Olave, but they need to find out whether he can stay on the field. On the latest edition of the WWL Radio original podcast Inside Black & Gold, Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak dives in on the latest RB news, we hear from Chris Olave on how he’s worked back from his concussion issues, then…

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Saints Minicamp Takeaways & Stock Up Players: Kellen Moore (clearly) Has a Plan 54:30

11d ago54:30

54:30

The New Orleans Saints finished up their minicamp, and they did it a bit earlier than expected. On the latest episode of the Audacy original podcast Inside Black & Gold, Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak and Steve Geller break down their biggest takeaways from the week of practices, why head coach Kellen Moore decided to call off the final day an…

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When Politics Impact Sales - Chris Peterson #93 Close The Deal 38:41

14d ago38:41

38:41

Is your business unintentionally taking a political stance? In this episode of Close The Deal, Ewell Smith sits down with Chris Peterson, author of Red and Blue Customers, to explore how political identity subtly (and sometimes explosively) affects consumer behavior. Chris shares fascinating insights about liberal vs. conservative buyers, real-life…

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Ranking Saints Biggest Position Battles Heading Into Minicamp (It's not just the QBs) 55:47

14d ago55:47

55:47

The New Orleans Saints are finally set to kick off mandatory minicamp, but which position battles should we be watching most closely? In the latest edition of the Audacy original Inside Black & Gold podcast, Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak breaks down the top battles we’ll be keeping an eye on for both offense and defense. We’ll also dive in on…

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Could Saints QB1 Battle Go Down to the Wire? + All-in on TEs & Trevor Penning 43:52

16d ago43:52

43:52

The New Orleans Saints are mostly running it back in the tight end room. Is that a sign that Kellen Moore has high hopes for the veterans in the room? On this SportsTalk-fueled edition of Inside Black & Gold, Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak and WWL Sports Director Steve Geller hear from TEs Juwan Johnson and Foster Moreau and lay out expectatio…

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Kellen Moore is Busy Rebuilding Saints Culture in Critical Offseason + Big IB&G Updates 23:09

19d ago23:09

23:09

The New Orleans Saints have been busy over the last month and new head coach Kellen Moore has been front and center for all of it, but what does that mean? In this SportsTalk fueled edition of Inside Black & Gold, Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak calls in to chat with cohost and WWL Sports Director Steve Geller about expectations for the final O…

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What It Takes To Open A Diesel Barbershop - Shayne Brown - #92 Close The Deal 28:42

20d ago28:42

28:42

In this episode, Shayne Brown, founder of Diesel Barbershops, shares 10 success mindset quotes every franchise owner should know. From overcoming setbacks to leading creative teams, Shane has built a standout brand by doing things differently—and staying focused on what actually matters. You’ll Hear: Why following the system is non-negotiable How t…

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Do Saints Have 2 Different QB Battles Brewing? + Takeaways from 1st Set of OTAs 1:28:00

27d ago1:28:00

1:28:00

The New Orleans Saints have four intriguing, young signal-callers in the QB room right now, but how will it all shake out as the offseason rolls on? In the latest episode of the Audacy original Inside Black & Gold podcast, Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak and WWL Sports Director Steve Geller dive in on the latest buzz (or non-buzz) surrounding A…

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All-in on Saints 4 QBs: Here’s Where Things Stand & Dekkers’ First Impression 34:03

27d ago34:03

34:03

The New Orleans Saints QB room has four intriguing, young names – but how will it all shake out? We break down the injury to Jake Haener and hear from UDFA Hunter Dekkers for the first time. What’s the first impression? We’ll also dive into our takes on the early returns in the QB battle between Tyler Shough and Spencer Rattler, as well as why we d…

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The Rundown: Aaron Rodgers Says No to Saints (eyeroll) & First OTA Takeaways 29:15

27d ago29:15

29:15

The New Orleans Saints have one of the younger QB rooms in NFL history, but there will be no Aaron Rodgers coming to save the day. That’s mostly because the Saints weren’t interested, but also because he made sure to say he wasn’t, either. Jeff and Steve kick off today’s episode by diving into that subject, some takeaways from the first session of …

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4 Big Questions to Answer at Saints OTAs: Can Kendre Miller Get it Right This Time? 24:41

27d ago24:41

24:41

We’ve got two more sets of OTAs and a mandatory minicamp to go in this stage of the offseason, but what are the biggest questions we’re looking to get answered? We’ll start off with probably the biggest and most frustrating: Can Kendre Miller FINALLY get this thing right, and where does he stand in the RB pecking order? We’ll hit on that and a host…

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OVERWHELMED!!? This 3-Minute Practice Erases Stress Now - Rachel Wixey #91 Close The Deal 34:48

1M ago34:48

34:48

What if your stress isn’t just a feeling—it’s a signal from your nervous system? And what if there’s a daily practice that could help rewire it? In this episode, Ewell Smith interviews Rachel Wixey, founder of the Wixey Center for Wellness and creator of workplace meditation programs. Rachel shares how she left her business career to pursue mindful…

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A Way-To-Early Saints 53-Man Roster Projection: Where Things Stand Ahead of OTAs 1:22:28

1M ago1:22:28

1:22:28

The New Orleans Saints are set to kick off OTAs this week, so what better time for a way-too-early 53-man roster projection? In the latest episode of the Audacy original Inside Black & Gold podcast, Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak and WWL Sports Director Steve Geller go position by position to set a baseline for this year’s fascinating Saints r…

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The Rundown: Saints Don’t Plan to Add a Veteran QB … Yet 18:28

1M ago18:28

18:28

The New Orleans Saints are finally kicking off OTA season, and that means … golf? Yep, we’ll hear from Saints GM Mickey Loomis and head coach Kellen Moore from the team’s annual celebrity golf event, dive in one why the Saints aren’t looking at the veteran QB market (at least right now), OTA attendance, Alvin Kamara’s trip to Africa and a lot more.…

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Early Saints 53-Man Roster Projection, Offense: Big Questions at Key Positions 31:40

1M ago31:40

31:40

Is it ever really too early to try to project the New Orleans Saints’ 53-man roster? Of course it is, but that won’t stop Jeff and Steve from breaking it down to establish a baseline as we get closer and closer to training camp. The QB battle will be fascinating, as will the skill positions. Who backs up Alvin Kamara? How do things shake out along …

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Early Saints 53-Man Roster Projection, Defense: Times, They Are a Changin’ 32:19

1M ago32:19

32:19

The New Orleans Saints are overhauling the defensive scheme in 2025, but will that mean sweeping changes on the roster, too? Jeff and Steve close out the pod by breaking down the defensive side of the ball, including major question marks along the defensive line. Oh, and another punter and kicker competition? You bet! To learn more about listener d…

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Saints 2025 Schedule Breakdown/Picks: No Primetime & a Brutal Start 1:24:04

1M ago1:24:04

1:24:04

The New Orleans Saints schedule is here, and it included a pretty clear primetime snub. So, what gives? In the latest edition of the Audacy original Inside Black & Gold podcast, Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak and Steve Geller break down the latest news and notes, including a new young QB signed to the roster, then make their picks for all 17 g…

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The Rundown: Saints Sign Another QB, on Primetime Snub & Schedule Video Reactions 26:40

1M ago26:40

26:40

The New Orleans Saints had a busy week even before the 2025 schedule was officially released. Jeff Nowak and Steve Geller kick off today’s episode by breaking down some tryout signings, including a fascinating young QB Hunter Dekkers, before diving into the primetime snub for the Saints this year and what it means around the league. We’ll also go i…

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Picking Saints 2025 Schedule, Weeks 1-10: Brutal Start Could Prove Costly 28:25

1M ago28:25

28:25

How do we see the Saints’ 2025 season going now that the full schedule has been released? Jeff and Steve dive in with some insight from the legend Drew Brees and an important caveat: We’re projecting Spencer Rattler as QB1 in Week 1. But why? We’ll break that down as well as a brutal first month of the season that could set the deck for how the res…

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Picking Saints 2025 Schedule, Weeks 11-18: Does Tyler Shough Szn Start Here? 28:59

1M ago28:59

28:59

We’re moving on to the second half of the New Orleans Saints’ 2025 schedule, and we think that could also be the start of a new QB era with the Falcons headed to town. We’ll break down the final seven games that still have the Saints in the mix, but just barely. Here’s how we expect things to finish out in Year 1 of the Kellen Moore era. Let’s just…

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What Stood Out At Saints Rookie Minicamp & Tyler Shough Meets NOLA (potholes) 1:07:27

1M ago1:07:27

1:07:27

The Saints’ rookie class took the field for the first time at minicamp, and Saints rookie QB Tyler Shough caught eyes. In the latest episode of Inside Black & Gold, Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak and WWL Sports Director Steve Geller detail minicamp highlights like rookie lineman Kelvin Banks’ multi-position skills and tryout WR Donovan Peoples…

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Saints Rookie Minicamp Notes: On a Versatile Kelvin Banks, DPJ & More 20:08

1M ago20:08

20:08

The New Orleans Saints rookie class got on the field for the first time over the weekend, and we got a sneak peek of Tyler Shough and all the newest in black & Gold. Jeff and Steve break down what stood out in the limited session, including Tyler Shough’s day, Kelvin Banks lining up all over the line, a couple of inactives and more. We’ll also talk…

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Meet Tyler Shough: Saints New QB Hitting all the Right Notes (and potholes) 18:46

1M ago18:46

18:46

The New Orleans Saints invested their highest pick in a QB since Archie Manning, but who exactly is Tyler Shough? The name is built for puns, but Jeff and Steve break down what they learned after chatting with him for the first time in person, how he handled his first media scrum and a lot more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy pra…

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Will Saints 3-way QB Competition Be Legit? Kellen Moore says yes 28:33

1M ago28:33

28:33

Kellen Moore didn’t mince words: The New Orleans Saints will have a competition to decide their next starting quarterback, and it’ll include rookie Tyler Shough, Spencer Rattler AND Jake Haener. But just how realistic is that, really? Jeff and Steve close out the episode by breaking down what Kellen Moore had to say, our expectations for the QB com…

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Saints QB Derek Carr Has Retired, So What’s the Fallout? + Live Mailbag 50:13

1M ago50:13

50:13

The bombshell of the offseason landed over the weekend: Derek Carr is retiring from the NFL. So where do the Saints go from here? In a special, live edition of the Audacy original Inside Black & Gold podcast, Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak and WWL Sports Director Steve Geller break down what it all means, what head coach Kellen Moore had to sa…

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Saints and Derek Carr Split Up In a Way Nobody Saw Coming 25:06

1M ago25:06

25:06

The bombshell dropped Saturday morning: Derek Carr is retiring due to his shoulder injury, a wild ending to a saga with more twists and turns than a midday soap opera. So what happened? Jeff and Steve break it all down in this special, live edition of Inside Black & Gold. Is there a massive weight that’s been lifted, or is that just us? To learn mo…

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Derek Carr Retirement Live Mailbag: The Saints Might Be Bad, and That’s OK 25:06

1M ago25:06

25:06

What do y’all think of the stunning Derek Carr retirement news? Jeff and Steve close out the show by diving into the live viewer mailbag. Where do things go from here? Will Taysom Hill follow suit into retirement? We’ll dive into those topics and a lot more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.co…

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What to Expect at Saints Rookie Minicamp + Derek Carr latest & Drew Brees Takes 1:16:12

2M ago1:16:12

1:16:12

The New Orleans Saints’ full rookie class will be on the field this week in black & gold, so what should we expect? In the latest episode of the Audacy original Inside Black & Gold podcast, Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak and WWL Sports Director Steve Geller break down their expectations for the 9-man draft class and which UDFAs have the best s…

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The Rundown: Derek Carr Saga With Saints Rolling Toward Conclusion 30:14

2M ago30:14

30:14

The news keeps trickling in on the Derek Carr front, and it seems like the offseason saga is inching closer to a resolution. But what will that be? The guys hear and react the latest report from Jane Slater of the NFL Network, then roll through several other topics including: - Cam Jordan Day (yes, that’s a thing)- Tyler Shough hitting all the righ…

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Drew Brees Interview: Saints Legend Talks 2025 Draft, Tyler Shough, Derek Carr & More 16:42

2M ago16:42

16:42

The legend Drew Brees dropped in on WWL Radio this week and broke down a variety of topics with Mike Detillier and Steve Geller, including the Saints 2025 draft class, thoughts on new head coach Kellen Moore, Tyler Shough, Derek Carr, the retirements of his bookend tackles and a lot more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices …

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Saints Rookie Minicamp Primer: Which UDFAs Have the Best Shot to Make Roster? 29:16

2M ago29:16

29:16

The New Orleans Saints have a 9-man rookie class, and we’ll finally get a chance to see them on the field in black and gold this week, so what are the expectations? Jeff and Steve close out today’s episode with a primer on their expectations, the full list of rookies expected to be in attendance (no official roster yet) and we make picks on the UDF…

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Franchise Stacking, AI Tools & Building Empires W. Tony Hulbert #90 Close The Deal (Franchise Profits episode) 31:36

2M ago31:36

31:36

Tony Holbert is the CEO of Horsepower Brands—one of the fastest-growing home service franchise groups in the U.S. With over 400 franchise territories and nine brands under their umbrella (like Mighty Dog Roofing and Varsity Zone HVAC), Tony shares what makes franchisees succeed, why “going all in” matters, and how AI is changing how sales teams ope…

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Derek Carr Finally Speaks. Here’s What to Know + Saints Draft Grade Roundup 1:33:43

2M ago1:33:43

1:33:43

New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr has finally broken his silence, and he did it during a church sermon in Las Vegas. Bet you didn’t have that on your bingo cards. In the latest episode of the Audacy original podcast Inside Black & Gold, Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak and WWL Sports Director Steve Geller break down what Carr had to say …

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Derek Carr Speaks Out. Here’s What to Know + Tyler Shough Expectations 35:37

2M ago35:37

35:37

After months of unanswered questions, Saints QB Derek Carr finally spoke out at an unexpected venue, and boy was there a lot to unpack. Jeff Nowak and Steve Geller kick off today’s episode by diving into the QB’s comments and what it means for the rest of the offseason, then we hear from the legend Archie Manning to get his take on Tyler Shough and…

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Key 2025 Draft Takeaways: Did The Saints Land the Right QB? 24:43

2M ago24:43

24:43

The New Orleans Saints finally picked a QB early in a draft, but was it the right one? We’re joined by Sam Bruchhaus, a data scientist for SumerSports to dive in on the Tyler Shough pick and why it could be a perfect fit. We also hit on major draft topics like Shedeur Sanders’ slide as well as some of the biggest draft steals across the NFL. To lea…

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Saints Draft Grade Breakdown: 2025 Class Doesn’t Get High Marks 33:23

2M ago33:23

33:23

The draft report cards are in, and the New Orleans Saints’ 2025 class didn’t exactly land high marks. But what should you take from that? We’ll break down some of the best and worst grades and hear why they got there, then we’ll take a look back at 2017 and see what people were saying about that legendary draft class right after it happened. See th…

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2025 Saints Draft Reaction Special: Did Saints land their QB of the Future? 1:33:22

2M ago1:33:22

1:33:22

The New Orleans Saints just landed their biggest draft class in a decade and the highest drafted QB since Archie Manning. Will this be the class that turns things around after four straight playoff misses? On the latest, WWL Radio-fueled edition of the Audacy original Inside Black & Gold podcast, Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak is joined by WWL…

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Saints Have No Answers on Derek Carr (Right Now) + Mock Draft 4.0 1:04:44

2M ago1:04:44

1:04:44

The New Orleans Saints head into the 2025 NFL Draft with nine picks and a host of unanswered questions at the QB position. So what does it all mean? On the latest edition of the Audacy original Inside Black & Gold podcast, Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak shares his biggest takeaways from Mickey Loomis’ pre-draft presser and a whole lot of no co…

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Mickey Loomis Mum on Carr. What Does it Mean for Saints? 19:39

2M ago19:39

19:39

The New Orleans Saints had their annual pre-draft press conference, and Mickey Loomis held his cards close to the vest. That was particularly true when it came to Derek Carr and the mysterious shoulder injury, which the Saints GM confirmed before shutting down any more questions. Jeff Nowak breaks down the key takeaways from the day, what it means …

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NFL Draft Insider Weighs in on Top Prospects for Saints 15:22

2M ago15:22

15:22

Who to watch for the Saints on Thursday night? Justin Melo of The Draft Network joins Jeff and Steve to break down the top prospects, which QBs might be getting overlooked, why Mason Taylor could just sneak into the first round and a lot more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-polic…

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Mock Draft 4.0: QBs of the Future + 1 Big Trade 29:42

2M ago29:42

29:42

The NFL Draft is officially here, so let’s get one more incorrect mock draft on record before things kick off. Jeff Nowak is solo today, but he’ll break down both his and Steve Geller’s mock draft 4.0s, which go a full 7 rounds and both feature QBs with the Saints’ second pick. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: http…

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Close More Deals Without Being Pushy W/ Sean Lyden #89 Close The Deal 43:49

2M ago43:49

43:49

In this episode of the Close The Deal podcast, host Ewell Smith sits down with sales strategist Sean Lyden, founder of Systematic Selling. Sean breaks down why traditional high-pressure tactics are broken — and what to do instead. From boosting proposal conversion rates to smart upselling and increasing volume through networking and referrals, Sean…

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What Are Saints’ Biggest Roster Holes? Ranking Positions of Need Ahead of 2025 Draft 1:08:28

2M ago1:08:28

1:08:28

The 2025 NFL Draft is right around the corner and the New Orleans Saints have several positions of need, but how should they be ranked? In the latest episode of the Audacy original Inside Black & Gold podcast, Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak is joined about by guest host Deven Johnson rank every position on the team from the least amount of nee…

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More Derek Carr Takes; Scott Shanle Weighs In 18:30

2M ago18:30

18:30

The New Orleans Saints news cycle has been quiet in the buildup to the 2025 NFL draft, at least for anyone not named Derek Carr. We kick off today’s episode with the return of Deven Johnson alongside, who drops his takes on the situation, then we’ll hear from Scott Shanle, who pulled no punches in his assessment of the situation. To learn more abou…

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Part 2: Ranking Saints Positions of Need, Spots 7-1 33:28

2M ago33:28

33:28

We broke down the positions of lesser need in the previous segment, and now onto the spots that are screaming for a new, young player in the 2025 draft. These are tough decisions, with the idea that theoretically if you ended up with an identical grade on two different players, you’d likely pick the player at the position with a higher need. You ca…

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Part 1: Ranking Saints Positions of Need, Spots 14-7 16:30

2M ago16:30

16:30

The 2025 draft is around the corner, and no team ever wants to draft for need. But what if they had to? Jeff Nowak and Deven Johnson set out to rank every position on the Saints (we’re breaking them up into 14 different spots), which would theoretically break ties if prospects had identical grades. In this segment we break down the bottom half of t…

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Derek Carr Injury Fallout: What it Means For Saints & 3 Big Questions 1:10:30

2M ago1:10:30

1:10:30

The New Orleans Saints offseason is still reeling from the bombshell Derek Carr injury news, but where do things go from here? On the latest edition of the Audacy original Inside Black & Gold podcast, Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak and WWL Sports Director Steve Geller break down what we know and what it means, how this might just end up being …

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