Patricia Traina, the publisher of "New York Giants on SI" and host of the "Locked on Giants" podcast, joined Mike and Steve. Traina explained what Saints fans should know about OC Mike Kafka, who New Orleans plans to interview for their head coaching vacancy. She discussed Saquon Barkley's incredible success with the Eagles. Traina also celebrated WR Malik Nabers' strong rookie campaign.

Mike and Steve spoke to Chrissy Smith, a podcaster and writer for "The Kneaux," and Shawne Merriman, a former All-Pro linebacker and owner of "Lights Out Xtreme Fighting." Smith shared her thoughts on Trey Murphy's ascension in his fourth year with the Pelicans, New Orleans' upcoming matchup with the Memphis Grizzlies, Jose Alvarado's energy off the bench, and Brandon Ingram's trade timeline. The guys discussed Jacksonville's pursuit of Buccaneers OC Liam Coen. Merriman evaluated Texans edge Will Anderson Jr., Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, Eagles running back Saquon Barkley, and Commanders rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels. Mike backed Mike McCarthy's candidacy for the Saints' head coaching vacancy and questioned the Cowboys' interest in promoting OC Brian Schottenheimer.

Shawne Merriman, a former All-Pro linebacker and owner of "Lights Out Xtreme Fighting," joined Mike and Steve. Merriman, who spent three seasons in Buffalo, praised the Bills' fanbase. He also evaluated Texans edge Will Anderson Jr., Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, Eagles running back Saquon Barkley, and Commanders rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels. Merriman also previewed the AFC and NFC Championship Games.

Chrissy Smith, a podcaster and writer for "The Kneaux," joined Mike and Steve. Smith shared her thoughts on Trey Murphy's ascension in his fourth year with the Pelicans, New Orleans' upcoming matchup with the Memphis Grizzlies, Jose Alvarado's energy off the bench, and Brandon Ingram's trade timeline.

Steve and Mike slammed the Pelicans for continuing to "baby" Zion Williamson after the team listed him as out for Friday's game against Memphis with "return to play reconditioning from illness." Audacy NFL insider Mark Schlereth, the host of "The Stinkin' Truth" podcast, joined Steve, Mike, and Charlie. Schlereth praised Washington's magical run to the NFC Championship Game with rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels. He discussed Josh Allen's challenge in Kansas City, highlighted the Chiefs' "officiating advantage" in the postseason and Buffalo's run game. Mike, Charlie, and Steve played their weekly "Pick-Six" segment.

Mike, Charlie, and Steve played their weekly "Pick-Six" segment. The guys previewed Washington's test against Philadelphia and Buffalo's challenge in Kansas City for the NFC and AFC Championship Games.

Audacy NFL insider Mark Schlereth, the host of "The Stinkin' Truth" podcast, joined Steve, Mike, and Charlie. Schlereth praised Washington's magical run to the NFC Championship Game with rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels. He discussed Josh Allen's challenge in Kansas City, highlighted the Chiefs' "officiating advantage" in the postseason and Buffalo's run game.

Mike and Steve recapped Tuesday's winter storm, and Mike told stories about New Orleans' history of hosting the Super Bowl. Kelsey Nicole Nelson, the Washington, D.C., sports media person of the year and host of "Listen in with KNN" on Fox Sports, joined Mike, Steve, and Charlie. Nelson celebrated "special" rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels for revitalizing the Washington Commanders' franchise en route to their first NFC Championship appearance since 1992. Nelson also shared her thoughts on Washington head coach Dan Quinn, veteran LB Bobby Wagner, and Saints S Tyrann Mathieu. Mike and Steve reviewed the NFL's Defensive Player of the Year Award nominees, which included two former Saints.

Mike and Steve reviewed the NFL's Defensive Player of the Year Award nominees, which included two former Saints. Mike explained that the Saints didn't know what to do with LB Zack Baun, who had a first-team All-Pro season in Philadelphia's defense.

Kelsey Nicole Nelson, the Washington, D.C., sports media person of the year and host of "Listen in with KNN" on Fox Sports, joined Mike, Steve, and Charlie. Nelson celebrated "special" rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels for revitalizing the Washington Commanders' franchise en route to their first NFC Championship appearance since 1992. Nelson also shared her thoughts on Washington head coach Dan Quinn, veteran LB Bobby Wagner, and Saints S Tyrann Mathieu.