The James Skrmetta Podcast

Breaking news out of New Orleans — the Saints have officially traded wide receiver Rashid Shaheed to the Seattle Seahawks. In this video, James Skrmetta reacts to the blockbuster deal sending Shaheed to Seattle in exchange for 2026 fourth- and fifth-round picks. James breaks down how this trade impacts both teams — why the Seahawks are getting a dynamic deep threat and return specialist to pair with DK Metcalf, Tyler Lockett, and Jaxon Smith-Njigba, and how the Saints plan to fill the void in their offense. Plus, James dives into the connection between Shaheed and Klint Kubiak, Seattle’s offensive coordinator who previo...

It’s official — the New Orleans Saints offense is broken. James Skrmetta reacts to and recaps the Saints’ brutal 34-10 loss to the Los Angeles Rams. Matthew Stafford and Davante Adams tore apart the Saints defense, combining for two touchdowns while Puka Nacua and Kyren Williams added more fireworks in a total Rams domination. Tyler Shough made his first NFL start for the Saints, but the offense once again couldn’t get anything going — five 3-and-outs, just 224 total yards, and another disappointing Sunday for the Who Dat Nation.

In this video, James Skrmetta breaks down exactly what went wrong...

Breaking news out of New Orleans the Saints have officially named Tyler Shough the starting quarterback for Week 9 against the Los Angeles Rams, and Saints fans have a lot to say about it. In this video, James Skrmetta dives into the Saints subreddit to react to fan comments, hot takes, and memes about the team’s decision to bench Spencer Rattler and hand the keys to Shough. From optimism to outrage, Saints fans are letting their emotions fly and James breaks it all down with his signature mix of humor, insight, and raw fan energy. Is this the move th...

If the New Orleans Saints end up with the #1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, who should they take? In this video, James Skrmetta reacts to viewer voice messages as fans debate whether the Saints should draft a quarterback like Fernando Mendoza or Dante Moore, or go a different route with a defensive star like Reuben Bain. The Saints are staring down one of the toughest seasons in franchise history but could that mean a chance to reset the franchise with a top draft pick? James breaks down the pros and cons of each potential draft target, how each...

Just when you thought it couldn’t get any worse for the New Orleans Saints... it gets worse. James Skrmetta breaks down the ugly 23-3 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, where the Saints’ offense hit rock bottom once again. From Spencer Rattler’s struggles to Kellen Moore’s play-calling woes, James dives deep into everything that went wrong in this brutal NFC South matchup. The Buccaneers defense dominated, with Anthony Nelson putting on a career performance two sacks, a forced fumble, and a pick-six. Antoine Winfield Jr. continued his All-Pro campaign with a fumble recovery and interception, and Baker Ma...

James Skrmetta reacts to YOUR voice messages in this week’s viewer call-in episode! From heated takes on the Saints’ quarterback situation to questions about Kellen Moore’s future as head coach, James breaks down every angle with unfiltered honesty and New Orleans energy. ⚜️

Do Saints fans still believe in Kellen Moore? Is this team headed in the right direction? Or is it time to start asking the tough questions? James answers your calls, reacts live to your messages, and gives his take on what the Saints need to do to turn the season around.

Is it finally time for the New Orleans Saints to make a change at quarterback? After another frustrating loss to the Chicago Bears, James Skrmetta breaks down everything Saints fans are talking about — including whether or not it’s time to bench Spencer Rattler and give Tyler Shough his shot. In this video, James dives into the Saints’ offensive struggles, Rattler’s turnover issues, Kellen Moore’s play-calling, and why the fanbase is starting to demand a change. Is Shough the spark this offense desperately needs, or would making the switch cause more chaos? Join the conversation as James analyzes t...

The New Orleans Saints just hit rock bottom. James Skrmetta reacts to and recaps the Saints’ embarrassing 26-14 loss to the Chicago Bears — the worst performance of the season. In this video, James breaks down how Dennis Allen’s defense dominated his former team, how Spencer Rattler struggled with turnovers, and why this Saints team continues to frustrate fans week after week. From Montez Sweat’s strip-sack to D’Andre Swift’s monster game, the Bears completely outclassed the Saints in every phase. James dives deep into the offensive collapse, the play-calling issues, and what this loss means for the Saints’...

The New Orleans Saints fall short again in another frustrating loss — this time against the New England Patriots. James Skrmetta breaks down every key moment from the Saints’ 25-19 defeat in Week 6, including Drake Maye’s explosive 3-touchdown performance and the Saints’ inability to finish drives when it mattered most. From Kayshon Boutte’s revenge game in Louisiana to the heartbreaking Juwan Johnson fumble that sealed the Saints’ fate, this game had it all. In this video, James analyzes what went wrong for the Saints offense led by Spencer Rattler, why the team keeps finding ways to lose close games, and h...

The New Orleans Saints finally get their FIRST win of the season! James Skrmetta reacts to and recaps the Saints’ 26-14 victory over the New York Giants. Rookie QB Spencer Rattler earned his first career win, connecting with Rashid Shaheed for an 87-yard touchdown, while the Saints’ defense dominated with five forced turnovers, including an 86-yard scoop-and-score from Jordan Howden. James breaks down how Kellen Moore picked up his first victory as Saints head coach, how the defense rattled Giants rookie QB Jaxson Dart, and why Spencer Rattler and Rashid Shaheed may be the duo Saints fans have been wait...

James Skrmetta dives into every NFL box score to see which teams really won and which teams should've lost. How did the Eagles win a game without completing a pass in the 2nd half? Find out here.

The New Orleans Saints lose AGAIN — this time to the Buffalo Bills — as James Skrmetta breaks down the Saints' 31-19 loss on the road. The Saints fall to 0-4 while Josh Allen and the Bills stay undefeated at 4-0.

Josh Allen threw for 209 yards, 2 touchdowns, and added another score on the ground while James Cook ran for 117 yards and a TD. Dalton Kincaid and Khalil Shakir also found the end zone as Buffalo pulled away late in the fourth quarter.

For the Saints, Spencer Rattler connected with Chris Olave for a touchdown, and rookie RB Kend...

The New Orleans Saints just suffered their WORST loss of the season in a brutal 44-13 beatdown at the hands of the Seattle Seahawks. James Skrmetta breaks down everything that went wrong for the Saints in this embarrassing performance — from the offense’s struggles to the defensive collapse. Was this just a bad matchup, or is this the beginning of a long season for the Saints? Meanwhile, the Seahawks showed dominance on both sides of the ball, proving they’re a real threat in the NFC.

In this Saints vs Seahawks recap and review, James dives into the ke...

The New Orleans Saints are off to an 0-2 start to the 2025 NFL season, and frustration is already setting in. In this video, James Skrmetta reacts to Saints Head Coach Kellen Moore’s post-game press conference after the Saints’ heartbreaking loss to the San Francisco 49ers. James breaks down what Kellen Moore had to say, the key mistakes that led to another loss, and what the Saints need to do to finally start winning football games. From Spencer Rattler’s development to the struggles of the offensive line and defensive breakdowns, we cover it all.

The New Orleans Saints suffer another heartbreaking loss, this time to the San Francisco 49ers in Week 2 of the NFL season. James Skrmetta reacts and breaks down the full game, giving you a complete recap and review of how the Saints fell short in a 26-21 defeat.

Mac Jones stepped in for the injured Brock Purdy and delivered his best game in years, throwing for 279 yards and three touchdowns to lead the 49ers past the Saints. Spencer Rattler showed flashes with three touchdown passes of his own, but New Orleans’ rookie coach Kellen Moore still searches for hi...

James Skrmetta picks EVERY SINGLE Week 2 NFL game against the spread. After starting 7-1 in week 1, James cooled off and finished the week 8-7-1. Find out his best bets for week 2 of the NFL.

James Skrmetta breaks down every single week 1 NFL box score to determine which teams won that should've lost and which teams look worse than they really are.

The New Orleans Saints dropped their Week 1 matchup against the Arizona Cardinals, and head coach Kellen Moore’s post-game press conference is already making headlines. In this video, James Skrmetta reacts to Kellen Moore’s comments and breaks down the controversial decision to not call any timeouts at the end of the first half. Was it a rookie head coach mistake? Or was there a deeper reason behind Moore’s decision-making? James gives his honest reaction, analyzes Moore’s answers, and explains what this means for the Saints moving forward in the 2025 NFL season.

The New Orleans Saints opened the 2025 NFL season with a tough Week 1 loss to the Arizona Cardinals, falling 20-13 in Kellen Moore’s debut as head coach. In this video, James Skrmetta reacts to and breaks down the Saints’ season-opening defeat, highlighting where the team came up short and what could’ve gone differently. Kyler Murray threw two touchdown passes, including a strike to rookie star Marvin Harrison Jr., as the Cardinals held off a late Saints rally. Spencer Rattler passed for 214 yards and led a last-minute drive that came up just short in the red zone, while Alvin Kamara...

James Skrmetta reacts to and breaks down every single NFL Week 1 matchup from a sports betting perspective. In this video, James dives into the Vegas odds, betting splits, and lines for all the Week 1 games and gives you his best bets and picks against the spread. Whether you’re looking for insights on player props, totals, or moneyline value, James covers it all so you’re ready for NFL Sunday.

From the Saints vs Cardinals matchup to Eagles vs Cowboys, Chiefs vs Ravens, and every game in between, this video is your go-to guide for Week 1 NFL bett...

The NFL season is finally here! In this video, James Skrmetta breaks down the Dallas Cowboys vs. Philadelphia Eagles from a betting standpoint. James Skrmetta previews the game and gives you his best bets for the game and player props.

In this episode, James Skrmetta takes a first look at the best bets for the upcoming week 1 game between the Arizona Cardinals and New Orleans Saints. James looks at the vegas market to find line moves and player props that could be interesting bets.

New Orleans Saints head coach Kellen Moore addressed the media following Day 5 of Saints training camp — the team’s first fully padded practice. In this video, James Skrmetta breaks down everything Coach Moore had to say, including his thoughts on the Saints’ slow start on offense, the growing pains of implementing a new system, and the development of young players like Spencer Rattler, Chase Young, and Julian Blackmon.

Should Saints fans be concerned about early miscommunication and timing issues? Or is this all part of the natural install process under a new head coach? James gives his full r...

Day 2 of New Orleans Saints Training Camp is in the books, and Coach Kellen Moore had plenty to say about what he’s seeing so far! In this video, James Skrmetta reacts to Kellen Moore’s full recap of practice, breaking down his thoughts on the ongoing QB battle between Spencer Rattler and Tyler Shough, the team’s attention to detail, and the first training camp fight of the 2025 season.

What does Kellen Moore think of his quarterbacks? Who’s standing out early in camp? And what does this training camp scuffle say about the team’s intensity...

The Tyler Shough Holdout Explained: Why the Saints Rookie QB Hasn’t Signed Yet

The clock is ticking for the New Orleans Saints and rookie quarterback Tyler Shough as training camp approaches, and the holdout drama is heating up. In this video, James Skrmetta breaks down every detail of the Tyler Shough contract holdout, explaining why he hasn’t signed his rookie deal, how recent NFL second-round contract precedents are changing negotiations, and what this means for the Saints heading into the 2025 NFL season.

Will the Saints cave to Shough’s demands for fully guaranteed money...

In this podcast, James Skrmetta looks at where Saints GM Mickey Loomis ranks among all NFL gms. James Skrmetta also takes on a commenter who claims James is WRONG about how other NFL teams manage the cap compared to the Saints.

With uncertainty surrounding the New Orleans Saints quarterback situation, could it be time to Tank for Arch Manning? In this video, James Skrmetta reacts to the latest concerns about Derek Carr's future and lays out the case for why all roads lead to Arch Manning as the Saints' next franchise QB.

In this episode, James Skrmetta provides his immediate reaction to the news that Kellen Moore is officially the next Head Coach of the New Orleans Saints.

Ever wondered what it's like to be on Radio Row during Super Bowl Week? 🎙🏈 James Skrmetta takes you behind the scenes at Super Bowl LIX inside the New Orleans Convention Center, where he had the chance to go live on air and experience the energy of sports media’s biggest stage!

On this podcast, James shares his personal journey, what it was like being part of Radio Row, and how rewarding the experience was. Plus, you’ll get an exclusive look at celebrity appearances, major sports talk shows, and the buzz leading up to the Big Game!

The New Orleans Saints’ season ended with a tough 27-19 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the season finale. James Skrmetta breaks down the Saints’ performance, recaps their disappointing 5-12 season, and discusses what’s next for the team in the offseason.

James Skrmetta reacts to YOUR voice messages in this special Q&A episode! From breaking down if Saints fans are officially DONE with offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak to answering questions about the Saints' future, James tackles every hot take, bold prediction, and burning question you’ve sent in. Are Saints fans overreacting to Kubiak's playcalling? What’s next for the offense? And more!