Locked On Saints - Daily Podcast On The New Orleans Saints

While the rest of the NFL is focused on coaches being fired amidst Black Monday, New Orleans Saints head coach Sean Payton is already preparing for the 2022 season, his 16th in the Big Easy. On the heels of one of the most unprecedented seasons, Payton led the Saints to a 9-8 record despite losing their Hall Of Fame quarterback in Drew Brees, digging themselves out of their +$100M salary cap deficit, having personnel limited throughout the season to the point in which they set the NFL record for most starters in a season, plus COVID issues and being relocated by Hurricane Ida. An impressive resume for a head coach that has matched the criteria for coach of the year on many occasions. This year, he should not be overlooked.

No coach has been selected for this award with single digit wins since Bruce Arians in 2012, taking over for Chuck Pagano and leading the team to a 9-3 playoff run. Back in 1990 Jimmy Johnson rebounded the hapless 1-15 Dallas Cowboys to a 7-9 season and was also given the honor. Could Coach Payton be the next?

Also in this episode: Taysom Hill will undergo offseason procedures for lisfranc injury, further complicating the Saints quarterback conversation headed into 2022. They also bring back eight players on future/reserve contracts helping to fill out the 90-man training camp roster for next season.

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The New Orleans Saints might not be postseason bound, but they did enough in Atlanta to handle their business and remind their players, future players, and others paying attention of their competitive spirit and winning culture. 

Between loosing Drew Brees, chopping down the salary cap, replacing players at just about every position, a record-breaking 58 unique starters, Hurricane Ida, and COVID outbreaks, the New Orleans Saints went through the ringer. But whether it was Jameis Winston, Taysom Hill, Tevor Siemian, or Ian Book under center, Sean Payton was prepared and ready to compete - a clear Coach of the Year candidate.

Cam Jordan, Kwon Alexander, Alvin Kamara, and Marcus Davenport - among others - all had standout performances in the Saints' 30-20 victory over the rival Atlanta Falcons. Although the Los Angeles Rams couldn't hold up their end of the bargain and the Saints will miss the playoffs for the first time since 2017, New Orleans needs not be pitied. As the team proved itself to be one of the most competitive and resilient rosters in the NFL.

Offseason storylines are on the way. Will Dennis Allen be the Saints defensive coordinator? Will the Saints be able to keep Marcus Williams? What's happening at quarterback? All just part of what is setting up to be a very intriguing offseason in the Big Easy.

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The New Orleans Saints are one win and little help away from another playoff performance. What Alvin Kamra, Taysom Hill, Cam Jordan, and other Saints stars need to do to get a win against the Atlanta Falcons with a little help from the Los Angeles Rams.

Pre-snap conflict, sheer want and will all factor in to what the Saints have to do on the offensive side as is the health of the o-line with Terron Armstead, Erik McCoy, and Ryan Ramczyk. Cam Jordan, Marcus Davenport, and David Onyemata look to pressure Matt Ryan and eliminate the run game while looking to limit the big plays to Kyle Pitts and Cordarrelle Patterson.

Ricardo LeCompte of WWLTV joins to talk Sean Payton, Saints chances against the Falcons, and a potential matchup with the Los Angeles Rams if they make the playoffs.

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The New Orleans Saints are a win away from putting themselves in prime position for a fifth straight playoff appearance pending the result of the San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams game. The only thing standing in their way, the NFC South division rival Atlanta Falcons. The Falcons may be without a key cog in rookie tight end Kyle Pitts, but they'd still love nothing more than to play spoilers to Sean Payton and the Saints.

The Saints defensive line, led by Cam Jordan (11.5 sacks) should look to get after Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan as they have shown a propensity to do in the past. They'll also look to get the run game going with Alvin Kamara, Mark Ingram, and Taysom Hill. The Saints will hope to have their full compliment of offensive lineman this week with the hopeful returns of Ryan Ramczyk and Terron Armstead.

A New Orleans Saints win will take another top performance from Cam Jordan, Marshon Lattimore, Demario Davis, and the Saints defense as well as a grind-it-out style, resilient performance by the Saints offense. The offense may struggle to move the ball through the air, but a stout defense limiting Cordarrelle Patterson and others can help the Saints keep things in control during what should be a tightly contested divisional matchup.

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The New Orleans Saints, Alvin Kamara, Taysom Hill, and the run game struggled early against the Carolina Panthers, but found a way to turn it all around in the second half. The Saints could look to use some of what they found success running this Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons in an attempt to continue to revitalize the run game ahead of their potential playoff run.

P.J. William has reinvented, rejuvenated, and reignited his game and value for this upcoming season. From concern on the outside, to viability in the slot, to reliability anywhere you need him on defense. P.J. Williams has found a way to increase his skillset with a variety of tools and roles that make him an important piece to hold on to this offseason. 

Five questions ahead of the New Orleans Saints at Atlanta Falcons matchup. COuld this be Taysom Hill's final chance this season to make sure he isn't forgotten in the offseason quarterback chatter? Will Terron Armstead and Ryan Ramczyk get back to the lineup? And can the Los Angeles Rams knock off the San Francisco 49ers paving the way for New Orleans to make a fifth-straight playoff appearance? That and more with the big questions that lie ahead of Sunday's afternoon action.

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The New Orleans Saints may hold the current record for most unique starters, but that hasn't impacted them the way it has other teams with similar availability concerns. A large part of that has to do with their ability to win win several different players at various positions. Taysom Hill at quarterback, Marquez Callaway at wide receiver, and a dominating defense continue to prove that the Saints are a top competitive team in the NFL, regardless of record.

The Saints offensive line has been a legitimate cause for concern recently with all of the injuries and COVID issues. But they held up well against a very aggressive Carolina Panthers defensive pursuit. Taysom Hill navigated the blitz and other key areas well without turning the ball over and the Saints leaned on Alvin Kamara's toughness to continue to produce on the ground and through the air. Marquez Callaway almost had another break out game, but still stood out and help his team produce through the air.

As for the Saints defense,Cameron Jordan makes waves with three and a half sacks, C.J. Gardner-Johnson made his presence undeniable with pass rush and coverage success, and rookie cornerback Paulson Adebo continues to quietly play a physical and underrated high-level game. Marshon Lattimore, Demario Davis, David Onyemata, and Marcus Davenport all founds ways to impact the game as well.

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The New Orleans Saints have been through so much this season that even being able to talk about them as potential playoff contenders highlights their resilience. Displaced to start the season, down a Hall of Fame quarterback in Drew Brees, several battles through the COVID complications across the NFL, relentless injury news, and so much more. The Saints have had their backs against the wall all season but the team's leaders on the field and off have never stopped punching. Head Coach Sean Payton deserves a ton of credit for the job this team has done. Now one win and just a little help away from a fifth-straight playoff appearance.

The Saints were led by their defense again, but their special teams and offensive units did exactly what they needed to do to win. No turnovers by Taysom Hill, Alvin Kamra, and the Saints offense. Blake Gillikin, JT Gray, and the special teams unit flipped the field with great results. And the defense kept in pursuit of Sam Darnold and the Carolina Panthers, completely shutting them down in the second half, sacking Darnold 7 times, and generating two key takeaways including another game-sealing interception by C.J. Gardner-Johnson.

Defensive end Cam Jordan is more than an edge rusher. As an edge defender and unflappable leader, he's been the tone-setter for the New Orleans Saints defense for over a decade and instead of slowing down, he's picking up. With 7.5 sacks over the last three games, Jordan surpasses 10 sacks for the sixth time in his career and has turned his Hall of Fame resume into one that no longer questions his claim to Canton, but turns it into a matter of when, not if.

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While the New Orleans Saints are getting healthier, key pieces on offense like Erik McCoy and defense like Marcus Williams are expected to be out. The Saints will need to rely on Taysom Hill as a weapon and force the Carolina Panthers to account for him early and often in the run game, opening it up for Alvin Kamara and Deonte Harris (if he returns in time). The New Orleans Saints, even without McCoy have the weapons they need to produce on offense as a higher rate than they have so far this season.

Defensively the Saints match up well with what Carolina will want to do with Sam Darnold under center. But can they compound the pass rush and generate more takeaways in the passing game in order to buy extra possession for their offense? With Marcus Williams out, one players could change the course of the game. PJ Williams is no stranger to the Saints' free safety position, but Dennis Allen may still look to make some adjustments with Marcus out and PJ in. Those adjustments could be a difference making element of this game.

Doug Mouton of WWL-TV joins to talk Erik McCoy, Taysom Hill, and Brother Martin alum Will Clapp who could see an expanded and important role this week against the Panthers. Doug also discusses the confidence in the New Orleans Saints despite their shaky home record this season and why Saints fans can be optimistic going into Sunday's game.

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The New Orleans Saints are starting to get some key pieces back from the COVID/Reserve list. Demario Davis, Kwon Alexander, Taysom Hill, and others are all set to make their return this weekend after missing the Monday night action against the Miami Dolphins.

Unfortunately, more names can continue being added to the list as the others return. Safety Marcus Williams has been added on Wednesday and may no longer be available to go on Thursday depending on the NFL's evolving policies and protocols. What the Saints do without Williams if he can't go could be key as Sam Darnold makes his full return to the Panthers offense.

The Carolina Panthers come to the Big Easy on Sunday and it's a must win for the New Orleans Saints if they want to keep their NFL Playoff hopes alive. Pass rush and ball control will be key to a victory as the Saints look to win out as the NFL season draws to a close.

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New Orleans Saints head coach Sean Payton spoke with media on Wednesday afternoon to discuss their plans in preparing for the Carolina Panthers in Week 17. While Malcolm Jenkins and Juwan Johnson have been activated from the COVID/reserve list, the Saints are still awaiting key players who are expected to start returning in the coming days. Though there's no definite timeline on all 22 players, there are key contributors expected to be available for Sunday's matchup with the Panthers.

Marcus Davenport and Cam Jordan have led the arrival of the Saints pass rush over the last few weeks. Key pressures, sacks, and takeaways have been the result. Why the Saints pass rush is spiking at the right time, and what it means as they look to close out the season with wins and a shot at the playoffs.

Monday night's loss to the Miami Dolphins was a tough one. But many circumstances, such as the absences for Malcolm Jenkins, Demario Davis, and Kwon Alexander, and the need to start their fourth-string rookie QB, are not expected to be permanent ones. 

John Madden shaped multiple generations of football fans and will continue to have an impact beyond his days. RIP John Madden.

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