We spoke to the Saints' coordinators for the first time since the Week 10 to recap the Carolina game, break down bye week adjustments and preview the Falcons. Here's what you missed.

STC Phil Galiano:

- Encouraged after being able to take a longer look at the big picture of the progress made on special teams over the bye week

- Impressions of WR Dante Pettis as a returner dating back to college

- Importance of sticking with K Blake Grupe, noting that people gave up on players like Sam Darnold too soon

- Breaking down the rule that gave the Panthers possession of the ball after the Saints blocked a field goal, ultimately assessing it as unlucky

DC Brandon Staley:

- Matching analytics with tape while self-scouting during the bye week

- Improvement of the run defense after a stout performance against Carolina

- Using difficult opponents like the Rams as a learning point for the young secondary

- Why he limits his play sheet to one page

- Spotlighting a "super heady play" by DB Alontae Taylor to keep a Panthers player from recovering a fumble as opposed to attempting to scoop it himself

OC Doug Nussmeier:

- Focusing on pocket awareness with QB Tyler Shough

- Adjusting Taysom Hill's role as he fully returns from injury

- Thoughts on the Falcons' young first-round pass rushers Jalon Walker and James Pearce Jr.

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Saints head coach Kellen Moore and QB Tyler Shough spoke to the media following Wednesday's practice. Here's what you missed.

Moore:

- Announcing the release of WR Brandin Cooks

- Mason Tipton will see an increased role

- Thoughts on new practice squad receiver Jha'Quan Jackson

- "Wow" moment from Tyler Shough's start in Carolina

- Value of seeing Shough for two weeks before the bye week

- Self-scouting offers small details that need to come into focus

- Finding a balance between adapting and maintaining an identity

- Thoughts on the Falcons running backs

- Limiting explosive plays on defense

- Players are "fired up" for all black uniforms

Shough:

- Thoughts on "mentor" Brandin Cooks being waived

- Excitement for first start at home

- Working on pocket presence and mobility

- Relationship with Drew Brees

- Knowledge of the Saints-Falcons rivalry (mostly from Cam Jordan)

- Opportunity to prove himself down the stretch of the season

- Being able to joke about mistakes while handling them seriously Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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Nick and Mike discuss the direction of the Saints' future.

- Brandin Cooks waived

- Juwan Johnson trending toward career highs

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Nick and Mike discuss what they are most interested to see following the Saints' bye week.

- Which area will improve most post-bye?

- Does a Chris Olave extension make sense right now?

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The Saints returned to practice Monday following the bye week. Head coach Kellen Moore, defensive end Cam Jordan and safety Justin Reid spoke to the media about utilizing the time off and preparing to host Atlanta. Here's what you missed:

Moore:

- Takeaways from self-scouting during the bye week

- Thoughts on Tyler Shough's performance through two starts and using that sample during the bye week

- Excitement to coach in the Saints-Falcons rivalry for the first time

- Building an offensive identity through the run

- Preparing to face Kirk Cousins following Michael Penix Jr.'s injury

- Breaking down Kelvin Banks biggest strengths

- Contextualizing data points within game situations

Reid:

- Preparation remaining the same despite Atlanta's offensive injuries

Jordan:

- Building momentum after recovering during the bye week

- Continuing to improve the run defense against "phenomenal" RB Bijan Robinson

- Familiarity with Kirk Cousins

- Importance of being able to close out tight games Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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Mike and Kevin look at the Saints with a wider lens.

- Will Chris Olave reach 100 catches?

- Updated win total predictions?

- Will the run defense sustain strong performance? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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Nick Underhill and Ross Jackson dive into the Saints' season through 10 weeks and discuss what needs to change after the bye week.

- Do you believe in Tyler Shough?

- How can the offense improve?

- What are you looking for coming out of the bye week? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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Saints HC Kellen Moore and CB Quincy Riley spoke to the media Monday about Sunday's win at Carolina, Tyler Shough and the bye week. Here's What You Missed.

Moore:

- How the team plans to approach the bye week

- Thoughts on Tyler Shough's performance against Carolina

- Where the team stands after 10 games

- Playing under center more often

- Converting third downs against the Panthers

- Chris Olave's performance, resilience and communication

- Tyler Shough's biggest areas of growth

Riley:

- Excitement watching college teammate Shough's performance

- Close bond with CB Kool-Aid McKinstry Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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Nick, Mike and Kevin react to the Saints' win over the Carolina Panthers

- Tyler Shough makes winning plays

- Defense stands tall

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