The New Orleans Saints appear to have their plan locked in at quarterback for the 2025 season, and it’s a familiar one. In the latest episode of the Audacy original Inside Black & Gold podcast, Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak and WWL Sports Director Steve Geller break down the latest reports that Derek Carr is expected to be back with the Saints in 2025 and the salary cap implications, we get insight on Kellen Moore and new Saints DC Brandon Staley from former NFL fullback Lorenzo Neal, then dive in on some news and notes from the combine out in Indy. 

SEGMENT 1: Is Derek Carr Still Saints QB1? It Sure Looks That Way. Here’s What to Know

… The reports are in from the 2025 combine, and it’s all about Derek Carr, sort of. Saints GM Mickey Loomis and head coach Kellen Moore struck a tone that sure sounds like Derek Carr will be back for the 2025 season, so what gives? Jeff Nowak and Steve Geller kick off today’s Inside Black & Gold to break down why this was always the most sensible path, what it means for the immediate and long-term future and how the Saints will get to cap compliance by the March 12 deadline. We also break down the key takeaways from this year’s NFLPA report card. 

SEGMENT 2: Chargers Insider Breaks Down Brandon Staley, Kellen Moore & Derek Carr

… There are a lot of Chargers ties with the Saints these days, and no one better to break down what to expect from new coaches Kellen Moore and Brandon Staley than former NFL fullback Lorenzo Neal, who played for the Saints and Chargers and now hosts the Bleav in Chargers podcast. Neal, a former Fresno State star, also weighs in on the Derek Carr conversation (spoiler: He’s a fan). 

SEGMENT 3: The Rundown: Saints Coaching Hires Give Insight to Approach as Combine Time

… The combine is under way, and the latest slew of Saints coaching hires mining the college ranks should tell you a lot about their approach, particularly on the defensive side of the ball. Jeff and Steve close out today’s show by diving in on a few prospects, whether RB Ashton Jeanty and Penn State TE Tyler Warren should really be on the radar at No. 9 and a lot more.

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