Jeff Hundley, the CEO of the Sugar Bowl, joined Fans and the Pro. Hundley broke down the preparations for the big game in New Orleans on January 1st. He explained the future of the Sugar Bowl in the College Football Playoff quarterfinals and semifinals. Hundley also said they're trying to lock down a six-year extension to keep the game in New Orleans.

Mike and Steve discussed the start of the 2025 Superdome Classic. The guys broke down the latest injury report for the Saints and Panthers. Jeff Duncan, a columnist for The Times-Picayune, joined Weekend Kickoff. Duncan shared his thoughts on Tulane's debut in the College Football Playoffs, the start of the Lane Kiffin era at LSU, and the growth of Saints rookie quarterback Tyler Shough as a leader. Mike and Steve interviewed new Tulane head football coach Will Hall and Rene Nadeau, a writer for Crescent City Sports. They spoke to former All-Pro LB Shawne Merriman, the founder of Lights Out Xtreme Fighting. Mike, Steve, and Charlie also played their weekly "Pick-Six" segment.

Mike and Steve discussed the start of the 2025 Superdome Classic with Haynesville capturing the first victory over Mangham in the Division IV Non-Select bracket. Mike also previewed the Division I Select showdown between the St. Aug Purple Knights and Edna Karr Cougars. Mike and Steve broke down the latest injury report for the Saints and Panthers. The guys explained that Carolina's players look healthy after the team's Week 14 bye. Jeff Duncan, a columnist for The Times-Picayune, joined Weekend Kickoff. Duncan shared his thoughts on Tulane's debut in the College Football Playoffs, the start of the Lane Kiffin era at LSU, and the growth of Saints rookie quarterback Tyler Shough as a leader.

Mike and Steve spoke to a WWL listener about the Southern Miss and Tulane coaching hires. The guys interviewed new Tulane head football coach Will Hall and Rene Nadeau, a writer for Crescent City Sports. Coach Hall emphasized that he's the "right guy" to lead the Green Wave after Jon Sumrall leaves for Florida. Nadeau broke down the LHSAA State Championship Games at the Superdome Classic.

Former All-Pro LB Shawne Merriman, the founder of Lights Out Xtreme Fighting, joined Weekend Kickoff. Merriman explained why he's not surprised that 44-year-old Philip Rivers is returning to the NFL to play for the Indianapolis Colts. He discussed his connection with Rivers, whom he played with in San Diego. Merriman celebrated MMA's global growth.

Mike, Steve, and Charlie played their weekly "Pick-Six" segment. The guys broke down Falcons at Buccaneers, Bills at Patriots, Panthers at Saints, Packers at Broncos, and Lions at Rams in NFL Week 15. They also previewed the annual Army-Navy game.

Former All-Pro LB Shawne Merriman, the founder of Lights Out Xtreme Fighting, joined Weekend Kickoff. Merriman explained why he's not surprised that 44-year-old Philip Rivers is returning to the NFL to play for the Indianapolis Colts. He discussed his connection with Rivers, whom he played with in San Diego. Merriman celebrated MMA's global growth.

Rene Nadeau, a writer for Crescent City Sports, joined Weekend Kickoff. Nadeau broke down the LHSAA State Championship Games at the Superdome Classic. He previewed Edna Karr vs. St. Aug and St. Charles Catholic vs. Shaw. Nadeau also praised Riverside running back Jayden Obiekwe.

New Tulane head football coach Will Hall joined Weekend Kickoff. Coach Hall emphasized that he's the "right guy" to lead the Green Wave after Jon Sumrall leaves for Florida. He discussed his approach to high school recruiting and praised the culture of New Orleans.

Jeff Duncan, a columnist for The Times-Picayune, joined Weekend Kickoff. Duncan praised Tulane's commitment to their football program ahead of their first trip to the College Football Playoffs. Duncan shared his thoughts on Tulane head coach Jon Sumrall, quarterback Jake Retzlaff, and running back Jamauri McClure. He also previewed the Lane Kiffin era at LSU and celebrated Saints rookie quarterback Tyler Shough's growth as a leader.