Locked On Saints - Daily Podcast On The New Orleans Saints

This episode dives deep into the New Orleans Saints’ offseason, focusing on draft prospects who could become game-changers, the fan reactions to different potential picks, and the current needs on both offense and defense. The group debates prospects that make them go “ooh,” breaks down which positions—like cornerback, wide receiver, and safety—should be prioritized in the draft, and organizes these candidates into a bracket to pit top choices against each other. Throughout the conversation, there’s lighthearted banter, local stories, and reflections on past predictions, with everyone owning up to what they got wrong about key players and decision...

The New Orleans Saints are in a new stratosphere of vibes and Kellen Moore, Tyler Shough and the team's new free agent class are big reasons why. Moore could be a Coach of the Year candidate next year while Shough continues to change the trajectory of the Saints' potential moving forward.

Meanwhile, the Saints' free agency class of Travis Etienne Jr., David Edwards, Kaden Elliss, Noah Fant and Ryan Wright all show the Saints' growing approach to their future and willingness to address deficiencies.

00:22 Kellen Moore's COTY Potential

10:09 Tyler Sh...

If the New Orelans Saints want to wait or double-up at wide receiver, USC's Ja'Kobi Lane could be a strong option for consideration. Noted for his contested catch prowess, his demeanor, long-stride and fluid movement skills make him a three-level threat along with being a red zone merchant. A young, tall but smooth mover, Lane could be an interesting addition to Chris Olave and Devaughn Vele.

00:24 Mid-Round Sleeper Threat

9:14 More Than Meets The Eye

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In the 2026 NFL Draft, LSU Tigers are often ruled out for the New Orleans Saints, but CB Mansoor Delane could change that tune. While many expect the Saints (understandably) to go after EDGE rushers like Rueben Bain Jr., Arvell Reese and David Bailey or wide receivers like Jordyn Tyson, Carnell Tate or Makai Lemon but Delane would make the Saints' cornerback room one of the best in the NFL.

Why Chris Bell's recent medical progress could set the Saints up for an incredible 2026 draft class. Auburn's Keyron Crawford is worth getting to know as a p...

This episode dives into the New Orleans Saints’ offseason priorities, focusing on free agency questions and draft strategies, including a war room mock draft and a creative blind ranking of position groups. The conversation covers the need for additional weapons around the quarterback, the urgency of securing a veteran wide receiver and edge rusher, and the complexities of slot cornerback. As the group debates possible free agent additions and top draft prospects, they share insights into how current roster moves impact their draft approach and highlight intriguing prospects who could fill the Saints’ most pressing needs on both sides of t...

The New Orleans Saints and defensive end Cameron Jordan continue their conversations about a potential reunion. Jordan outlined what he's looking for, which is more than the financial side of things. He wants an opportunity to get snaps, wrangle sacks and ensure a large role. If the Saints could provide that, he could be back in New Orleans.

The Saints, in the meanwhile, have to wrestle with the balance of respecting a franchise legend and being fiscally responsible.

00:22 Cam Jordan Wants More Than Money

08:42 Saints Weight Sentimental Choices and Fi...

The New Orelans Saints' signings of Travis Etienne Jr., David Edwards and Kaden Elliss highlight their new financial situation. The team avoided void years, skillfully structured contracts and added a trio of difference-makers for under $20 million in total 2026 cap hits.

Etienne's deal is structured more like a two-year contract that can extend. Edwards gets a manageable average value because of a top-3 guarantee structure at his position. Elliss gets an off-ball linebacker contract while bringing edge rusher skills to Brandon Staley's defense.

00:22 Etienne's Deal Highlights Good Money Moves

10:22 Edwards Ge...

The New Orleans Saints added another running back to the backfield in former Minnesota Vikings back Ty Chandler. Despite the investment along with Travis Etienne Jr. earlier in free agency, the future of Alvin Kamara is likely directly unchanged. Kamara's next steps will be dictated by he and the team and are not expected to be preempted by a vet minimum signing.

Instead, the focus on Chandler should be the explosiveness and speed he brings to a running back room desperate for both traits.

00:23 Ty Chandler's Signing Impact

06:35 Prediction th...

Travis Etienne Jr. brings electrifying and explosive plays and relentless physicality to the New Orleans Saints. His style is evidenced by his statement 143-yard rushing performance against the Carolina Panthers to open the 2025 season. His ability to churn out yards after contact, force missed tackles, and rack up breakaway runs is set to transform the Saints’ offense alongside Alvin Kamara, igniting Kellen Moore’s ground game strategy for 2026.

With about $10 million still available, New Orleans is financially poised to target top needs at edge rusher, wide receiver, and backup quarterback. Why pursuing a return for Camer...

The New Orleans Saints don't need to move Derek Carr to have a successful offseason, but it would be helpful. However, the market doesn't appear to be materializing for the retiring quarterback to return to the game and net the Saints some more draft capital. That is, at least not yet.

00:22 Derek Carr Trade Market Update

08:23 Possible Teams for Carr

13:44 Why Carr Interest Is Low

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The New Orleans Saints still have several needs as the first phase of free agency has passed, but the NFL Draft offers some options. How Carnell Tate, Malachi Lawrence and Treydan Stukes could help the Saints address some of their top remaining needs should they not be able to to with late free agency signings.

Adding Kaytron Allen to the mix along with Alvin Kamara, Travis Etienne Jr. Devin Neal and the rest of the running back room could help to inject a much needed, physical playstyle.

00:21 Remaining Needs Saints Can Fi...

New Orleans Saints running back Travis Etienne Jr. has a chance to be one of the team's most impactful free agent signings in recent years since Demario Davis, Chase Young. The Back is living out his dream, wearing the Saints jersey.

Why Kellen Moore's offensive run scheme offers much to Etienne, and what the running back said was his favorite part of it.

00:23 Travis Etienne's Potential

09:06 Saints' Versatility a Major Sell

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The New Orleans Saints may be in line to lose some key leadership, but have already begun to rebuild for it's new era. With the futures of Cameron Jordan, Taysom Hill and Alvin Kamara murky at best, the team appears prepared to move forward. Also, why I'm still not buying that Kamara won't be a Saint in 2026 for now.

How Kaden Elliss, Travis Etienne, David Edwards and the Saints' splash free agent signings will immediately fit in for the team and what the Saints must do next with a depleting edge rusher free agency market.

When the New Orleans Saints signed Kaden Elliss, David Edwards, Noah Fant and their other free agent additions, they didn't just sign good players, they signed players that will usher in the new era of Saints football. Leadership was on full display as Elliss, Edwards, Fant and Wright were introduced to the local media.

Dillon Radunz is back in New Orleans on a two-year deal, further fortifying the offensive line. Meanwhile, Kellen Moore keeps things close to the vest when it comes to Alvin Kamara, Cameron Jordan and Taysom Hill.

00:20 Saints' Ne...

This episode dives into the New Orleans Saints’ offseason strategy, focusing on impact free agents they could still pursue and how recent departures and retirement rumors among veteran leaders might reshape the team. The conversation evaluates depth needs, particularly on the offensive and defensive lines, weighs the challenging balance of free agency costs for positions like wide receiver, and spotlights versatile options such as edge rushers and linebackers. The hosts compare the Saints’ offseason moves to those of other NFC South rivals and finish with a spirited ranking game of draft wide receiver prospects, all delivered in an energetic and...

The New Orleans Saints had a fast start to free agency, but edge rusher, wie receiver and defensive tackle are places the team could continue to add. Why players like Samsun Ebukam, Arnold Ebiketie and Al-Quadin Muhammad  could be great fits for Brandon Staley's defense and why a reunion with DT Sebastian Joseph-Day would elevate Staley's system.

In signing Travis Etienne, David Edwards and Kaden Elliss, the Saints made some big, winning additions. But they did so without overpaying according to pre-free agency contract projections.

Why Tyler Shough is the favorite to...

The New Orelans Saints cooked in free agency with the additions of Travis Etienne, David Edwards, Kaden Elliss and more. The team took it's chance to build around quarterback Tyler Shough and are looking to compete in 2026.

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The New Orleans Saints could still choose to invest in Jeremiyah Love after signing Travis Etienne. If Love is the BPA at No. 8 overall in the NFL Draft, he could still be the selection, especially with Alvin Kamara's future in question. If not Love, LSU cornerback Mansoor Delane could be an underrate consideration inside the top-10.

Why Caleb Downs, Arvell Reese and Sonny Styles are all perfect fits for the Saints, and how each works in concert with Kaden Elliss. Why WR, Makai Lemon, Carnell Tate or Jordyn Tyson fits best with the Saints' offense w...

The New Orleans Saints are expected to bring linebacker Kaden Elliss back to the Crescent City. His experience, versatility and leadership will be a welcome addition to a changing New Orleans Saints roster. Replacing Demario Davis will not be easy, or even possible, but Elliss could bring the next iteration of defensive leadership to the Big Easy.

Trading Kai Kroeger to the Houston Texans is another big win trade for the Saints, who swindle yet another team. The loss of Luke Fortner, however, creates a new need on the offensive line.

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The New Orleans Saints have shaken up their offense with bold free agency moves, leaving the future of star running back Alvin Kamara surrounded by uncertainty. After restructuring Kamara’s contract and signing the dynamic Travis Etienne, competition heats up in the Saints’ running back room--at the top of the depth chart and among backups. Amidst the uncertainty, a Kamara-Etienne tandem would power a new-look offense, should Kamara stick around.

Offensive upgrades don’t stop there. The signing of top guard David Edwards has solidified the Saints’ starting five, but depth and development remain critical as injuri...

It has been a hectic first day of free agency, the legal tampering period, for the New Orleans Saints. Our instant reactions to the signing of Travis Etienne, David Edwards, Noah Fant and more! What does this say about how the Saints view themselves? Who else is still out there on the market? Will New Orleans add someone like Devin Lloyd with Demario Davis gone?

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The New Orleans Saints swung big and hit some home runs to add to their offense and quarterback Tyler Shough. Travis Etienne, David Edwards and Noah Fant are expected to sign with the Saints and revamp the team's offense.

Even the addition of punter Ryan Wright signals a big change in the Saints' fortunes and approach. However, the expected losses of Demario Davis and Alontae Taylor loom large as he culture of New Orleans shifts to its next era.

00:24 Travis Etienne/Noah Fant Major Wins

11:30 David Edwards A Huge Ad...

With free agency bringing big shifts to the Saints’ roster, a defensive game-wrecker, Caleb Downs could become the centerpiece of New Orleans’ 2026 NFL Draft plans. How Downs, out of Ohio State, could transform Brandon Staley’s defense. The focus turns to positions with impact potential, including edge rusher Zion Young, dynamic playmaker Zachariah Branch, and bruising running back Emmett Johnson—all bringing unique traits to elevate the roster.

The future of cornerback Alontae Taylor and Alvin Kamara’s reworked deal loom large, with ripple effects for the Saints' cap and depth chart.

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The New Orleans Saints could shake up their wide receiver corps by targeting Alec Pierce, the top free agent wideout and a dynamic vertical threat from the Indianapolis Colts. Pierce would bring explosive playmaking and contested catch ability, but with a massive price tag.

Potential additions like Romeo Doubs or Calvin Austin also loom, and any splash in free agency will trigger a fierce roster battle for Saints incumbents like Ja'Lynn Polk, Trey Palmer, and Bub Means. With questions swirling around draft strategy and internal competition heating up, spotlights will be on every training camp r...

The New Orleans Saints are already cap compliant with over $11 million to spend. Restructures for Chase Young, Juwan Johnson, and Justin Reid have created new flexibility, and with more levers to pull, the Saints are primed to target key upgrades. Why David Edwards, Brock Hoffman and Mekhi Becton could fortify the offensive line.

With the active running back market, the Saints should have their sights set on talents like Travis Etienne, Rico Dowdle, and Kenneth Gainwell to complement Alvin Kamara. Wide receivers Jauan Jennings, Romeo Doubs, and Calvin Austin present intriguing options for a room a...

This episode features an in-depth mock offseason for the New Orleans Saints, covering every major roster decision and free agency target. The conversation starts with a discussion on which key players to bring back, including tough calls on Cam Jordan, Demario Davis, and Alontae Taylor, weighing the balance of veteran presence versus financial implications. The team then strategizes around free agency, targeting a high-impact guard, a versatile tight end, a reliable linebacker, and running back depth to bolster the roster, all while considering cap realities and draft flexibility. The hosts dive into a four-round mock draft, landing top prospects...

Cam Jordan’s future with the New Orleans Saints is at a crossroads as no contract extension is expected to be reached and the legendary pass rusher prepares to test free agency for the first time in his 15-year career. With the Saints facing an $18 million dead cap hit either way, the franchise must weigh the benefits of retaining their all-time sack leader via re-signing against the potential to reshape their edge rusher room in managing the salary cap.

Chase Young and Carl Granderson stand poised to anchor a new era on the Saints’ defensive line...

The New Orleans Saints are on the verge of their most consequential salary cap-saving season yet, with nearly $60 million in potential contract restructures on the table. Key players like Chase Young, Carl Granderson, Alvin Kamara, and Eric McCoy could unlock major financial flexibility for the team, allowing strategic moves without gutting the roster.

With Alvin Kamara's contract presenting unique renegotiation opportunities and rumors swirling about a possible Rashid Shaheed return from the Seattle Seahawks, the offseason could feature surprising, unlikely reunions and bold free agency plays. As the Saints prioritize a splash at left guard a...

Offseason moves at running back could reshape the New Orleans Saints' offense and determine the fate of established talents like Kendre Miller, Audric Estime, and Devin Neal. With names like Kenneth Walker III and Travis Etienne on the free agent radar, the Saints face crucial decisions; make a splash signing, target a top prospect like Jeremiyah Love in the NFL Draft, or seek under-the-radar options such as Kenneth Gainwell or Rico Dowdle. Or a combination of options.

00:25 Offseason RB Room Blueprint

07:43 Impact on Incumbent RBs

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One contract decision by Kenneth Walker III could reshape the New Orleans Saints’ offseason strategy. If Walker lands with the Giants or returns to Seattle, ripple effects will hit the Saints’ draft and/or free agency plans, particularly regarding Jeremiyah Love and the running back market ceiling. Should Walker sign in New Orleans, the Saints could shift their first-round priorities, opening possibilities for targeting Carnell Tate, edge rushers, and even trade-back scenarios.

The Saints eye defensive upgrades, weighing potential trades for Jonathan Greenard and Kayvon Thibodeaux. Travis Etienne’s name also emerges as a balanced, versati...

The New Orleans Saints face a big offseason with cornerback Alontae Taylor poised to spark intense competition in free agency. As teams like the Chicago Bears, Tennessee Titans, Las Vegas Raiders, and even the Dallas Cowboys enter the mix, New Orleans could be quickly priced out in a bidding war for one of their brightest defensive talents. As the market heats up for both Taylor and center Luke Fortner, Saints fans prepare for tough roster decisions and the possibility of key departures.

Meanwhile, the trenches become the focus of potential returns, with Dillon Radunz emerging a...

Several potential New Orleans Saints draft targets raised their NFL Draft stock at the 2026 Scouting Combine. Arkansas's Mike Washington Jr. and Indiana's Omar Cooper Jr. could be Day Two steals for New Orleans if the team passes on first round prospects like Jeremiyah Love and Carnell Tate.

Meanwhile, height/weight/speed prospects like Tennessee wide receiver Thomas Brazzell and Washington cornerback Tacario Davis could be too good to pass up. TCU LB Kaleb Elarms-Orr and Clemson DT DeMonte Capehart may not be at popular positions of need, but the impact they could bring to Brandon S...

Sonny Styles stole the show at the NFL Scouting Combine. Is the linebacker a real option for the New Orleans Saints at pick 8? Jeremiyah Love was another big winner and could be the Saints dream pick in the first round.

In addition to Combine standouts, we take a look at what positions the Saints need to address in free agency before we even make it to the draft.

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The New Orleans Saints got the best out of Marshon Lattimore before he was traded to the Washington Commanders. His elite-level play was entirely in the Big Easy before being shipped to the Nation's capital in return for draft picks that only strengthened the Saints' victory.

Safety Jonas Sanker, cornerback Quincy Riley and running back Devin Neal were all selected with the draft picks the Saints acquired in the trade. Each has a bright future in New Orleans while the Commanders are set to let both Lattimore and WR Deebo Samuel walk in free agency.

The NFL Combine puts the spotlight on Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love, whose elite speed and scoring ability could transform the New Orleans Saints offense if available at pick 8. With the Saints hungry for a game-breaking playmaker alongside Tyler Shough, Chris Olave, and Alvin Kamara, the debate around first-round running back value heats up.

Keep an eye on prospects like Louisville’s Chris Bell, despite his recent ACL injury, and UCF’s Malachi Lawrence, whose freakish combine performance boosts his draft stock as a potential edge rusher next to Chase Young. Late-round gems, including South...

Losing Alontae Taylor in free agency might sound like a blow for the New Orleans Saints, but this year’s NFL Draft offers a wealth of versatile defensive backs and explosive playmakers ready to fill vital roles. Spotlighted options like TCU’s Bud Clark, Miami’s Keionte Scott, and South Carolina’s Jalon Kilgore shine as potential star-role defenders, combining elite athleticism with proven ball skills that align perfectly with Brandon Staley’s defensive system.

On the offensive side, record-breaking performances from Oregon tight end Kenyon Sadiq and Vanderbilt’s Eli Stowers pump excitement into a talent-rich...

The NFL’s record-setting $301.2 million salary cap for 2026 puts the New Orleans Saints in the best financial shape since before the COVID cap dip, opening the door to make bold moves in NFL free agency. With a few key restructures, the Saints could clear enough space to target top talent and address crucial needs at left guard and edge rusher, creating an ideal scenario to build around rookie quarterback Tyler Shough and cornerstone stars like Chris Olave and Chase Young.

Names like David Edwards, Ed Ingram, and Isaac Seumalo headline potential upgrades in the trenches, whi...

The offseason is fully underway and it’s starting to get weird for the New Orleans Saints, as rumors swirl that Derek Carr may un-retire and seek a trade to a new team. Talking Day 1 of the NFL Scouting Combine. David Bailey, Reuben Bain Jr., Sonny Styles and MORE. Finally, looking over Chase Young’s 2025 campaign.

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Sonny Styles and David Bailey shine as potential home run draft picks for the New Orleans Saints at number 8 overall in the NFL Draft, showcasing elite athleticism during the NFL Combine. Styles posts a remarkable 9.99 RAS score with a 4.46 40-yard dash and record-shattering vertical, redefining what Saints fans can expect from an off-ball linebacker hybrid. Bailey brings speed and dominance off the edge with his 14.5-sack season at Texas Tech, a pick that would solidify New Orleans as a winner on draft day.

Emerging defensive stars like Jacob Rodriguez, Malachi Lawrence, and DeMonte Capehart impress w...

The New Orleans Saints face a critical challenge in retaining star linebacker Demario Davis as Dennis Allen and the Chicago Bears emerge as top contenders for his services. With Davis’s contract set to void just before the new league year, the Saints are pressed to make pivotal decisions to keep their defensive anchor in New Orleans.

If Davis departs, the Saints’ second level could look drastically different, with Green Bay Packers linebacker Quay Walker and Ohio State’s Sonny Styles highlighted as prime options to replace his production. With teams like the Las Vegas Raiders...