Bleav in Saints

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.

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Matt and Phil Simms dive into a second-year QB roundup: Phil raves about Jaxson Dart's arm and running ability in New York, calls Tyler Shough one of the more underrated young quarterbacks in the league, and saves his biggest praise for Caleb Williams (a third-year guy) — who he calls arguably the most talented QB in the NFL alongside Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson. They close previewing the 2027 draft class, with Phil's bold take that John Mateer is more talented than Cam Ward was coming out.

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The Saints are starting to turn heads across the NFL.

On this episode of the BLEAV in Saints Podcast, presented by FanDuel, Mario Jerez and Erin Summers dive into the growing national hype surrounding New Orleans after The Athletic named the Saints one of the five offenses most likely to break out in 2026. Is the optimism justified, or is this the kind of praise that should make Saints fans nervous?

The discussion begins with the biggest reason for the excitement: the offense. Mario and Erin break down why analysts believe the Saints could take a major leap forward behind a rebuilt offensive line, a healthier supporting cast, and the continued development of quarterback Tyler Shough. Can Kellen Moore's system unlock an offense that struggled mightily in the red zone and near the bottom of the league in several key categories last season?

Then, Tyler Shough joins the spotlight after appearing on Chris Long's podcast and offering some fascinating insight into his new teammates. Shough compares first-round pick Jordyn Tyson to Chris Olave, calling the rookie a "carbon copy" of the Saints' star receiver. Is that a compliment, or would New Orleans benefit from having a different skill set at wide receiver? The hosts debate Tyson's upside, his receiving-yard prop bet, and whether expectations are already climbing too high.

Shough also shares his thoughts on Chris Olave's unique ability, the Drew Brees-led offseason retreat with Saints pass catchers, and why he believes Eric McCoy and Juwan Johnson remain two of the most underrated players on the roster. Plus, Mario and Erin explain why Johnson's production last season deserves far more attention heading into 2026.

Later, it's time for another fun FanDuel futures conversation. Sportsbooks appear to be believers in Kellen Moore, but not necessarily in his young quarterback. Tyler Shough currently sits at 100-to-1 odds to win NFL MVP. Is there any realistic path for him to join the exclusive list of second-year quarterbacks who captured the award alongside Dan Marino, Kurt Warner, Patrick Mahomes, and Lamar Jackson?

All that, plus a birthday shoutout to a Saints legend and much more on the latest BLEAV in Saints Podcast.

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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.

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The Bleav in Saints Podcast, presented by FanDuel, welcomes one of the most accomplished quarterbacks in NFL history: Phil Simms.

Host Mario Jerez, the Spanish play-by-play voice of the Saints and member of the Saints Hall of Fame Selection Committee, is joined by co-host Erin Summers for a wide-ranging conversation with the two-time Super Bowl champion and Super Bowl XXI MVP.

Among the topics discussed:

Whether you're a Saints fan, a Giants fan, or simply love hearing football stories from one of the game's all-time greats, tune in!

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On this episode of the BLEAV in Saints Podcast, presented by FanDuel, Mario Jerez and Erin Summers welcome longtime television host and New Orleans native Stan Verrett.

A graduate of St. Augustine High School and one of the most recognizable personalities in sports media, Stan reflects on how growing up in New Orleans helped shape his career and shares his perspective on the current state of the Saints.

Topics include:

-Early impressions of Kellen Moore as Saints head coach

-The biggest unanswered question facing the team entering training camp

-Whether the Saints can realistically compete for the NFC South title in 2026

-What a successful second season would look like for quarterback Tyler Shough

-Evaluating the Saints wide receiver room, Is Chris Olave underrated nationally?

-Memories of covering the Saints' historic Super Bowl run as an ESPN anchor

-The rewards and challenges of working on national television

Plus, Stan shares stories from his broadcasting journey and discusses what it means to represent New Orleans on one of the biggest stages in sports media.

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On this episode of the BLEAV in Saints Podcast, Mario Jerez and Erin Summers recap the Saints’ offseason program and look ahead to the most important storylines entering training camp.

The show starts with final takeaways from OTAs and minicamp, including which questions were actually answered over the last few weeks. Mario and Erin discuss the return of veteran leaders like Alvin Kamara and Cameron Jordan, but also why the conversation is starting to shift toward the next wave of Saints contributors. They dive into the growing roles of younger players, concerns that still linger around the roster, and what New Orleans may need to figure out at key spots like linebacker and in the secondary.

Next, we celebrate two all-time Saints greats: Terron Armstead and Mark Ingram, who were officially selected for the 2026 Saints Hall of Fame class. Mario shares perspective as a member of the Saints Hall of Fame media selection committee while the crew reflects on Armstead’s toughness, consistency and rise into one of the NFL’s best left tackles, as well as Ingram’s journey from first-round pick to emotional leader and one of the most productive running backs in franchise history.

Then it’s time to look ahead to training camp position battles. Mario and Erin break down the competitions and roster questions they’ll be watching closest next month, including:

The episode also includes a FanDuel odds update, with a look at Tyler Shough’s passing yards total and the latest NFC South division odds, plus a shoutout to the audience for all the support and interaction as the show continues to grow.

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The Saints wrapped up mandatory minicamp, Cam Jordan is officially back in New Orleans, and there's plenty to discuss on the latest episode of the BLEAV in Saints Podcast.

Mario Jerez and Erin Summers break down Cam Jordan's new one-year contract and what could be the final season of a legendary Saints career. After recording 10.5 sacks in 2025 and climbing to 17th on the NFL's all-time sack list, what should Jordan's role look like this season? The hosts discuss his importance to the locker room, whether he seriously considered retirement, and what a best-case scenario looks like for the future Saints Hall of Famer.

The conversation then shifts to Saints minicamp, where several young players continued to make positive impressions. Mario and Erin discuss Barion Brown's versatility, the latest injury updates on Chris Olave, Jordyn Tyson, Lorenzo Styles, Christen Miller and Oscar Delp, and which under-the-radar players are generating the most excitement heading into training camp.

The hosts also react to reports that rookie quarterback Tyler Shough is organizing a summer passing session at Drew Brees' training facility in California. Is this a sign of Shough's leadership? And how significant is it that Brees is taking an active role in helping a Saints quarterback for the first time since his retirement?

Plus, congratulations are in order as Mark Ingram and Terron Armstead are announced as the newest inductees into the Saints Hall of Fame.

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NFL Network's Steve Wyche joins the BLEAV in Saints Podcast for a wide-ranging conversation about the biggest storylines heading into the 2026 NFL season.

Mario Jerez and Erin Summers get Steve's perspective on how NFL executives, coaches, and decision-makers view the New Orleans Saints entering the year. The crew discusses expectations for quarterback Tyler Shough, the league-wide perception of head coach Kellen Moore, and whether the Saints can surprise people in a competitive NFC South.

Steve also breaks down how NFL insiders view the division as a whole, the future outlook for franchise legends Alvin Kamara and Cam Jordan, and where the Saints-Falcons rivalry ranks among the NFL's best. Plus, Steve reflects on the biggest ways the NFL has changed over the past decade—from player development and coaching trends to the league's growing popularity and evolving culture.

Topics include:

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CBS Sports HQ football analyst, draft expert, motivational speaker, and New Orleans native Emory Hunt joins Mario Jerez and Erin Summers on the BLEAV in Saints Podcast.

After months of evaluating prospects and compiling his extensive 2026 Draft Guide, Emory shares his thoughts on finally seeing this rookie class transition from scouting reports to NFL practice fields. The crew dives deep into the Saints' draft haul, including first-round wide receiver Jordyn Tyson, defensive tackle Christen Miller, tight end Oscar Delp, and several other newcomers looking to earn roles under head coach Kellen Moore.

Topics include:

Don't miss this in-depth conversation with one of the most respected draft analysts in football as he breaks down the future of the Saints and some of the NFL's most intriguing young talent.

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