SportsTalk with Bobby Hebert

In the final hour, the guys look ahead to the final week of OTAs, who might finally show up, how it looks to fans, the media, and their teammates when players don't show up. Also, Koki Riley, writer for The Times-Picayune and The Advocate covering LSU Baseball and Football, joins Steve and Jeff to discuss LSU opening up the Chapel Hill regional with a W versus Wofford, what the Tigers can do to continue their run, before hearing some Dennis Allen audio from The Rich Eisen show as he discussed some of the big picks in Fuaga, Kool-Aid, and Rattler that the Saints got in the 2024 NFL Draft.

Steve, Jeff, and Cullen dive into our top news stories of the day!

In the 2nd hour, Steve and Jeff sound off on the Western Conference Finals wrapping up last night as the Mavs beat the down-and-out Timberwolves to head to the NBA Finals to take on the heavy favorite Boston Celtics, before Nick Friedell, Audacy NBA insider, to preview the meltdown of the Minnesota Timberwolves, the dissolving home-court advantage that is hitting the NBA. Later on, our Triple Option segment goes deep into Karl-Anthony Towns' chances to join the Pels, Pels deferring the Lakers pick, and Jeff covers why Brees is an easy first-ballot HoFer.

The Cajun Cannon, Bobby Hebert, joins Steve and Jeff to discuss what Brees means to New Orleans, the legacy he left behind, Brees having a resurgence in his career at a time rebuilding while the city was rebuilding itself following Katrina, what made Brees so special, if his son might have a future for the Tigers in Baton Rouge, and when in the season we could see Brees induction into the Saints Hall of Fame?

Steve Geller and Jeff Nowak on this rainy final day of May as LSU continues their pattern of nail biting comebacks as they defeat Wofford in the Chapel Hill regional opening, Drew Brees is headed to the Saints Hall of Fame, what game this upcoming year might be where the team inducts Brees into the team's Hall of Fame, before having the Cajun Cannon drop on in to discuss the legacy that Brees left behind and when we could see his induction during the 2024 season, and Jeff and Steve ponder if Brees might take another run at broadcasting?

Steve and Charlie discussed the Saints' QB2 battle, praising Jake Haener's strong start to the off-season. They compared Haener to rookie QB Spencer Rattler, who has struggled through the first two weeks of OTAs. Steve and Charlie listened to press conference audio from Taysom Hill, Demario Davis, and Trevor Penning. Hill shared his thoughts on OC Klint Kubiak's offense. The guys projected Hill's role in Kubiak's scheme. Davis explained why he showed up to the team's voluntary OTAs. He evaluated New Orleans' "talented" LB room and the team's "exciting" new offense. Penning talked about his "fresh start" on the right side of the Saints' offensive line. The guys spoke to a WWL listener about the Saints. 

Steve and Charlie listened to press conference audio from Taysom Hill, Demario Davis, and Trevor Penning. Hill shared his thoughts on OC Klint Kubiak's offense. The guys projected Hill's role in Kubiak's scheme. Davis explained why he showed up to the team's voluntary OTAs. He evaluated New Orleans' "talented" LB room and the team's "exciting" new offense. Penning talked about his "fresh start" on the right side of the Saints' offensive line. 

Saints LB Demario Davis shared his thoughts on new OC Klint Kubiak. 

Steve and Charlie reviewed Minnesota's victory in game four of the 2024 NBA Western Conference Finals. The guys broke down the 2024 NCAA Baseball Tournament, highlighting the record 11 teams from the SEC in the Field of 64. Mark Etheridge, an SEC writer for D1Baseball.com, joined Steve and Charlie. Etheridge recapped LSU baseball's impressive journey in the SEC Tournament. He previewed their trip to Chapel Hill for regional play hosted by No. 4 North Carolina. He shared his thoughts on the record 11 SEC teams in the NCAA Tournament. Etheridge also praised the strength of the two seeds in regional play this year. 

Mark Etheridge, an SEC writer for D1Baseball.com, joined Steve and Charlie. Etheridge recapped LSU baseball's impressive journey in the SEC Tournament. He previewed their trip to Chapel Hill for regional play hosted by No. 4 North Carolina. He shared his thoughts on the record 11 SEC teams in the NCAA Tournament. Etheridge also praised the strength of the two seeds in regional play this year. 

Mike and Charlie celebrated Paul Skenes' stellar performance on his 22nd birthday, highlighting his strong start to his MLB career. Matt Deggs, the head baseball coach of the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns, joined Mike and Charlie. Deggs shared his thoughts on Kyle DeBarge, Trey LaFleur, and Bryan Broussard. He previewed the Ragin' Cajuns' upcoming matchup against Texas in the College Station regional. Deggs praised LP Langevin, Louisiana's ace out of the bullpen- the Sun Belt Pitcher of the Year. He recapped the Cajuns' 23-7 record in conference play. Mike, Charlie, and Steve played their daily "Triple Option" segment.

Mike, Charlie, and Steve played their daily "Triple Option" segment. Steve reviewed ESPN's report about Pelicans assistant coach James Borrego. Charlie broke down the ACC's battles against the SEC in the upcoming NCAA Tournament. Mike discussed the Saints' pass rush issues from 2023. 

Matt Deggs, the head baseball coach of the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns, joined Mike and Charlie. Deggs shared his thoughts on Kyle DeBarge, Trey LaFleur, and Bryan Broussard. He previewed the Ragin' Cajuns' upcoming matchup against Texas in the College Station regional. Deggs praised LP Langevin, Louisiana's ace out of the bullpen- the Sun Belt Pitcher of the Year. He recapped the Cajuns' 23-7 record in conference play. 

Mike and Charlie broke down the 2024 NBA Western Conference Finals. Mike reported on multiple signings across the NFL. The guys evaluated Saints second-year WR A. T. Perry and the team's pass rush. They also answered a question from a WWL listener about LSU's pitching staff. Lane Burroughs, the head baseball coach of the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs, joined Mike and Charlie. Burroughs discussed the Bulldogs' stellar 2024 season, highlighting their five first-team All-Conference USA players. He previewed Louisiana Tech's upcoming matchup vs. Kansas State in the Fayetteville regional, hosted by No. 5 Arkansas. He praised the Bulldogs' assistant coaching staff. Burroughs also remembered the turning point in Louisiana Tech's season. 

Lane Burroughs, the head baseball coach of the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs, joined Mike and Charlie. Burroughs discussed the Bulldogs' stellar 2024 season, highlighting their five first-team All-Conference USA players. He previewed Louisiana Tech's upcoming matchup vs. Kansas State in the Fayetteville regional, hosted by No. 5 Arkansas. He praised the Bulldogs' assistant coaching staff. Burroughs also remembered the turning point in Louisiana Tech's season. 

Bobby and Steve said the Saints' roster has shown they'll fight for head coach Dennis Allen. Bobby projected New Orleans' future in the 2024 season under coach Allen and QB Derek Carr. He also explained what makes the NFL intriguing as a pro sports league. Jeff Duncan, a sports columnist for The Times-Picayune, joined Bobby and Steve. Duncan praised Taysom Hill, calling him the best playmaker on the Saints' roster. He evaluated Carr, questioning the "empty calorie" statistics. Duncan criticized the Saints' veterans who skipped the team's voluntary OTAs. He emphasized the need for New Orleans to recapture their homefield advantage. Duncan promoted "A Life Impossible," his new book about Steve Gleason. Bobby and Steve listened to audio from second-year QB Jake Haener. 

Jeff Duncan, a sports columnist for The Times-Picayune, shared his thoughts on Derek Carr. 

Jeff Duncan, a sports columnist for The Times-Picayune, joined Bobby and Steve. Duncan praised Taysom Hill, calling him the best playmaker on the Saints' roster. He evaluated Derek Carr, questioning his "empty calorie" statistics. Duncan criticized the Saints' veterans that skipped the team's voluntary OTAs. He emphasized the need for New Orleans to recapture their homefield advantage. Duncan promoted "A Life Impossible," his new book about Steve Gleason.

Bobby and Steve criticized the Saints players who didn't attend the team's voluntary OTAs. Bobby and Steve spoke to WWL listeners about the Saints. Bobby evaluated Derek Carr, highlighting his completion percentage, total passing yards, and yards per attempt. He discussed the difference between a 7-10 and 10-7 record, comparing the Saints' positioning to what Tampa Bay accomplished in 2023. Bobby broke down New Orleans' OG and DE positions. Bobby questioned the leaders of the Saints' offense. He shared his thoughts on Alvin Kamara, Chris Olave, and Taysom Hill. 

Bobby projected the Saints' positioning in the NFC South in 2024. 

Bobby and Steve spoke to WWL listeners about the Saints. Bobby evaluated Derek Carr, highlighting his completion percentage, total passing yards, and yards per attempt. He discussed the difference between a 7-10 and 10-7 record, comparing the Saints' positioning to what Tampa Bay accomplished in 2023. Bobby broke down New Orleans' OG and DE positions.

Bobby reviewed Derek Carr's strong finish to the 2023 season. 

Mike and Bobby discussed the Saints' off-season kicker and punter battles, featuring multiple international players. Bobby explained how the Saints should get to the 9-10 win benchmark. Mike Silva, the head baseball coach of the Nicholls State Colonels, joined Mike and Bobby. Silva remembered the recruitment of Edgar Alvarez, the 2024 Southland Player of the Year. He previewed their upcoming trip to the Corvallis regional hosted by No. 15 Oregon State. Silva talked about Basiel Williams, Nico Saltaformaggio, and Parker Coddou. He also described the pressure to get the Colonels back into the Field of 64 by winning the Southland Conference. Bobby, Mike, and Steve played their daily "Triple Option" segment.

Bobby, Mike, and Steve played their daily "Triple Option" segment. Steve remembered NBA legend Bill Walton, who died of cancer on Monday. Bobby discussed the new era of college athletics. Mike reviewed Nico Collins' contract extension with the Houston Texans. 

Mike Silva, the head baseball coach of the Nicholls State Colonels, joined Mike and Bobby. Silva remembered the recruitment of Edgar Alvarez, the 2024 Southland Player of the Year. He previewed their upcoming trip to the Corvallis regional hosted by No. 15 Oregon State. Silva talked about Basiel Williams, Nico Saltaformaggio, and Parker Coddou. He also described the pressure to get the Colonels back into the Field of 64 by winning the Southland Conference. 

Mike, Bobby, and Charlie reviewed six Louisiana college baseball programs in the 2024 NCAA Tournament, which tied a record for the state. Mike and Bobby discussed week two of the Saints' annual OTAs. The guys broke down the loss of defensive end Tanoh Kpassagnon. Bobby evaluated rookie Saints QB Spencer Rattler. They praised second-year RB Jordan Mims, a former undrafted free agent from Fresno State. They also shared their thoughts on Derek Carr, Equanimeous St. Brown, James Robinson, Kendre Miller, and A. T. Perry. Mike and Bobby spoke to a WWL listener about the Saints' OG position. 

Bobby shared his thoughts on second-year Saints WR A. T. Perry. 

Mike and Bobby discussed week two of the Saints' annual OTAs. The guys broke down the loss of defensive end Tanoh Kpassagnon. Bobby evaluated rookie Saints QB Spencer Rattler. They praised second-year RB Jordan Mims, a former undrafted free agent from Fresno State. They also shared their thoughts on Derek Carr, Equanimeous St. Brown, James Robinson, Kendre Miller, and A. T. Perry. 

Steve and Jeff spoke to WWL listeners about the NFL salary cap and the Saints' offensive line. The guys expressed their concern with New Orleans' offensive tackles. Glen West, a senior writer at Geaux247.com, joined Steve, Jeff, and Charlie. West broke down LSU's huge victory over South Carolina and previewed their rematch in the SEC Tournament semifinals. He praised the growth of the Tigers' roster and the confidence of LSU's lineup. West also projected their chances in postseason play. The guys listened to press conference audio from LSU head coach Jay Johnson. 

Glen West, a senior writer at Geaux247.com, joined Steve, Jeff, and Charlie. West broke down LSU's huge victory over South Carolina and previewed their rematch in the SEC Tournament semifinals. He praised the growth of the Tigers' roster and the confidence of LSU's lineup. West also projected their chances in postseason play. 

Steve and Jeff read responses from WWL listeners about Sean Payton's week seven return to New Orleans in the 2024 NFL season. They spoke to a listener about the Saints' rookie crawfish boil. Jeff explained why Saints QB Derek Carr isn't overpaid. Oleh Kosel, a credentialed NBA reporter, joined Steve and Jeff. Kosel celebrated Herb Jones' first-team All-NBA defensive team nod. He broke down what losing GM Trajan Langdon means to the Pelicans' front office. Kosel previewed the 2024 NBA Draft, giving a prospect he wants New Orleans to target. He also talked about Jonas Valanciunas, Bronny James, and James Borrego. Steve, Jeff, and Charlie played their daily "Triple Option" segment.

Steve, Jeff, and Charlie played their daily "Triple Option" segment. Steve previewed LSU softball's trip to Stanford for the Super Regional round of the NCAA Tournament. Charlie discussed D1Baseball's most recent Field of 64 projection. Jeff praised Jayson Tatum, saying a championship for the Celtics star this year should book his ticket to the NBA Hall of Fame. 

Oleh Kosel, a credentialed NBA reporter, shared his thoughts on the departure of Pelicans GM Trajan Langdon. 

Oleh Kosel, a credentialed NBA reporter, joined Steve and Jeff. Kosel celebrated Herb Jones' first-team All-NBA defensive team nod. He broke down what losing GM Trajan Langdon means to the Pelicans' front office. Kosel previewed the 2024 NBA Draft, giving a prospect he wants New Orleans to target. He also talked about Jonas Valanciunas, Bronny James, and James Borrego. 

Steve, Jeff, and Charlie discussed LSU's exciting 11-10 victory over South Carolina in the SEC Tournament. They projected the future of the Tigers in the upcoming Field of 64. The guys reviewed the Celtics-Pacers Eastern Conference Finals matchup. Jonathan Stinchcomb, a Saints Super Bowl-winning OT, joined Steve and Jeff. Stinchcomb evaluated rookie OT Taliese Fuaga and third-year OT Trevor Penning. He explained the difference for players transitioning from right to left tackle. Stinchcomb also shared his thoughts on Klint Kubiak's offensive scheme, his expectations for the 2024 roster, and Sean Payton's impending return to New Orleans.

Jonathan Stinchcomb, a former Saints Super Bowl-winning OT, joined Steve and Jeff. Stinchcomb evaluated rookie OT Taliese Fuaga and third-year OT Trevor Penning. He explained the difference for players transitioning from right to left tackle. Stinchcomb also shared his thoughts on Klint Kubiak's offensive scheme, his expectations for the 2024 roster, and Sean Payton's impending return to New Orleans. 

Jonathan Stinchcomb, a former Saints Super Bowl-winning OT, shared his thoughts on New Orleans OC Klint Kubiak's scheme.

Steve and Charlie discussed the SEC Tournament, recapping the first two days in Hoover, Alabama. They reviewed statistics from LSU's 11-0 victory over Kentucky. The guys debated how many SEC teams should make the Field of 64. Steve and Charlie listened to press conference audio from Jay Johnson, Jared Jones, and Luke Holman. Johnson evaluated Holman, calling him one of the best pitchers in the country. Holman broke down what worked in his dominant start against Kentucky's elite offense. Jones remembered his grand slam to break open the game. Steve and Charlie previewed the Tigers' matchup against South Carolina. The guys reset the SEC Tournament bracket.

Steve and Charlie listened to press conference audio from Jay Johnson, Jared Jones, and Luke Holman. Johnson evaluated Holman, calling him one of the best pitchers in the country. Holman broke down what worked in his dominant start against Kentucky's elite offense. Jones remembered his grand slam to break open the game. Steve and Charlie previewed the Tigers' matchup against South Carolina. 

Steve and Charlie discussed LSU baseball's run in the SEC Tournament, highlighting the Tigers' stellar starting pitching and offensive production. The guys previewed the NBA Western Conference Finals between Dallas and Minnesota. Kurt Helin, a lead NBA writer for NBC Sports, joined Steve and Charlie. Helin recapped the Celtics game one victory over the Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference Finals. He broke down the biggest keys for the Mavericks and Timberwolves in the Western Conference Finals. Helin talked about Anthony Edwards and Luka Doncic. He also shared his thoughts on Brandon Ingram, Herb Jones, and the 2024 NBA Draft.

Kurt Helin, a lead NBA writer for NBC Sports, joined Steve and Charlie. Helin recapped the Celtics game one victory over the Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference Finals. He broke down the biggest keys for the Mavericks and Timberwolves in the Western Conference Finals. Helin talked about Anthony Edwards and Luka Doncic. He also shared his thoughts on Brandon Ingram, Herb Jones, and the 2024 NBA Draft. 

Kurt Helin, a lead NBA writer for NBC Sports, shared his thoughts on a potential Brandon Ingram trade.

Mike and Charlie answered a question from a WWL listener about LSU's pitching staff. Mike reported on a transfer portal addition to Tulane's football roster. Kyle Mosley, the managing editor & reporter for The Saints News Network, joined Mike and Charlie. Mosley broke down the Saints' offensive line issues, calling it a "mystery." He evaluated New Orleans' pass rushers and UDFA TE Dallin Holker. Mosley talked about Kyle Hergel and Willie Gay. Mike, Steve, and Charlie played their daily "Triple Option" segment.

Mike, Steve, and Charlie played their daily "Triple Option" segment. Steve reviewed comments from Jets QB Aaron Rodgers. Charlie recapped the first six games of the SEC Tournament. Mike evaluated the cheapest and most expensive NFL offenses. 

Kyle Mosley, the managing editor & reporter for The Saints News Network, joined Mike and Charlie. Mosley broke down the Saints' offensive line issues, calling it a "mystery." He evaluated New Orleans' pass rushers and UDFA TE Dallin Holker. Mosley talked about Kyle Hergel and Willie Gay. 

Mike and Charlie reviewed LSU baseball's dominant 11-0 run-rule victory over Kentucky in the second round of the SEC Tournament. They praised the stellar performances of pitchers Gage Jump and Luke Holman in Hoover, Alabama. The guys broke down the results from Hoover, projecting the number of SEC teams in the Field of 64. They heard from LSU legend Todd Walker about Jared Jones. Chessa Bouche, a sports reporter for BRProud.com, joined Mike and Charlie. Bouche previewed LSU's matchup vs. South Carolina. She also evaluated Tiger head coach Jay Johnson and the top four hitters in LSU's lineup. 

Chessa Bouche, a sports reporter for BRProud.com, joined Mike and Charlie. Bouche previewed LSU's matchup vs. South Carolina. She also evaluated Tiger head coach Jay Johnson and the top four hitters in LSU's lineup.

Steve and Bobby listened to press conference audio from Saints QB Derek Carr, who discussed the adjustment under new OC Klint Kubiak's offensive scheme. Bobby evaluated Carr, projecting improvement from the Saints' QB1 after a strong finish to the 2023 season. Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak joined Steve and Bobby. Nowak explained why he picked the Saints to go 10-7 in 2024. He shared his thoughts on New Orleans' defense, highlighting under-the-radar players who could step up to make a positive impact. The guys broke down the Saints' pass rushers. They reviewed the decline of legendary DE Cam Jordan. They also heard from Saints C Erik McCoy. 

Bobby shared his thoughts on the Saints' offensive line, comparing the best players to New Orleans' former stars up front. 

Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak joined Steve and Bobby. Nowak explained why he picked the Saints to go 10-7 in 2024. He shared his thoughts on New Orleans' defense, highlighting under-the-radar players who could step up to make a positive impact. The guys broke down the Saints' pass rushers. They reviewed the decline of legendary DE Cam Jordan. 

Steve and Bobby took attendance from the first day of Saints OTAs. Bobby criticized Jamaal Williams for missing the voluntary practice and emphasized the need for a running back to step into the RB2 role behind Alvin Kamara. Bobby and Steve shared their thoughts on Marshon Lattimore. Bobby called Lattimore the best cornerback in Saints history but questioned his commitment to the team. He compared Lattimore to Michael Thomas, who had an ugly exit from New Orleans. Bobby praised Demario Davis, Cam Jordan, and Tyrann Mathieu as leaders on the defense. He also projected the future of Lattimore on the Saints' roster. The guys spoke to WWL listeners about Lattimore and Thomas. 

Bobby and Steve shared their thoughts on Marshon Lattimore. Bobby called Lattimore the best cornerback in Saints history but questioned his commitment to the team. He compared Lattimore to Michael Thomas, who had an ugly exit from New Orleans. Bobby praised Demario Davis, Cam Jordan, and Tyrann Mathieu as leaders on the defense. He also projected the future of Lattimore on the Saints' roster.

Mike and Bobby spoke to a WWL listener about the Saints. Mike evaluated UDFA TE Dallin Holker, explaining his strengths and weaknesses as a player. Bobby called Holker a "big receiver." They also discussed the Saints' changes along the offensive line. Ronnie Rantz, a former LSU pitcher and current president of The Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame Foundation, joined Mike and Bobby. Rantz reviewed the Tigers' huge 9-1 victory over Georgia, highlighting Gage Jump's "sensational" performance. He previewed LSU's second-round matchup against Kentucky in the SEC Tournament. Rantz also promoted the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame in Natchitoches. Bobby, Mike, and Steve played their daily "Triple Option" segment.

Bobby, Mike, and Steve played their daily "Triple Option" segment. Bobby reviewed the "passing of the torch" moment in the NBA. Steve projected Trevor Penning's development at RT. 

Ronnie Rantz, a former LSU pitcher and current president of The Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame Foundation, joined Mike and Bobby. Rantz reviewed the Tigers' huge 9-1 victory over Georgia, highlighting Gage Jump's "sensational" performance. He previewed LSU's second-round matchup against Kentucky in the SEC Tournament. Rantz also promoted the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame in Natchitoches. 

Mike and Bobby shared their observations from the first day of Saints OTAs. Bobby projected Taysom Hill's role in new OC Klint Kubiak's offensive scheme. The guys evaluated the performance of the Saints' QBs, highlighting Jake Haener and Spencer Rattler. Bobby praised Haener's accuracy when comparing the two young quarterbacks. They also talked about Bub Means, Chris Olave, and Derek Carr. Bobby and Mike responded to questions from WWL listeners about the Saints. 

Mike and Bobby evaluated the Saints' QBs on the first day of OTAs, highlighting Jake Haener and Spencer Rattler. Bobby praised Haener's accuracy when comparing the two young quarterbacks. They also talked about Bub Means, Chris Olave, and Derek Carr. 

Bobby shared his thoughts on the Saints' OL and run game.

Steve and Charlie listened to press conference audio from Cam Jordan and Cesar Ruiz ahead of the Saints' OTAs. Jordan gave an update on his rehab process and previewed New Orleans' 2024 schedule, highlighting the team's matchup against Sean Payton's Denver Broncos. Marc Weiszer, a Georgia beat writer for The Athens Banner-Herald, joined Steve and Charlie. Weiszer broke down the Bulldogs heading into the Georgia-LSU matchup in the first round of the SEC Tournament. The guys also heard from Saints GM Mickey Loomis and HC Dennis Allen. Loomis evaluated Spencer Rattler, Derek Carr, and Chase Young. Allen also discussed the Saints' clutch issues and projected the future of Young and star CB Marshon Lattimore leading into the team's annual OTAs. 

Steve and Charlie listened to press conference audio from Saints GM Mickey Loomis and HC Dennis Allen. Loomis evaluated Spencer Rattler, Derek Carr, and Chase Young. Allen also discussed the Saints' clutch issues and projected the future of Young and star CB Marshon Lattimore leading into the team's annual OTAs. 

Marc Weiszer, a Georgia beat writer for The Athens Banner-Herald, joined Steve and Charlie. Weiszer broke down the Bulldogs heading into the Georgia-LSU matchup in the first round of the SEC Tournament. He also evaluated the Georgia pitching staff and first-year head coach Wes Johnson. 

Mike and Charlie broke down the SEC standings and explained LSU's case for the Field of 64. Mike expressed his concern about the Saints' pass rush in 2024. Todd Walker, a former LSU legend & SEC Network analyst, joined Mike and Charlie. Walker praised Paul Skenes' dominant start to his MLB career. He previewed the Tigers' single-elimination matchup against Georgia, highlighting the Bulldogs' elite offense. Walker also shared his thoughts on Kentucky, Tennessee, South Carolina, Alabama, Florida, and Vanderbilt. Mike, Steve, and Charlie played their daily "Triple Option" segment.

Mike, Steve, and Charlie played their daily "Triple Option" segment. Steve reviewed comments from Saints legend Cam Jordan. Charlie celebrated the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns' Sun Belt title and accolades. Mike remembered NFL legend Jim Otto. 

Todd Walker, a former LSU legend & SEC Network analyst, joined Mike and Charlie. Walker praised Paul Skenes' dominant start to his MLB career. He previewed the Tigers' single-elimination matchup against Georgia, highlighting the Bulldogs' elite offense. Walker also shared his thoughts on Kentucky, Tennessee, South Carolina, Alabama, Florida, and Vanderbilt. 

Mike shared his thoughts on the Saints' 2024 roster. 

Mike and Charlie discussed Seimone Augustus' return to LSU as an assistant coach. The guys reviewed Dennis Allen's comments about Marshon Lattimore. They also broke down D1Baseball's latest Field of 64 projection and the NBA Conference Finals matchups. Les East, a Saints reporter for Crescent City Sports, joined Mike and Charlie. East shared his thoughts on the Saints' 2024 schedule, the team's 2024 NFL Draft class, and Marshon Lattimore's future with New Orleans. He previewed the Saints' upcoming OTAs, highlighting their QB2 battle. 

Mike shared his thoughts on Marshon Lattimore's future with the Saints. 

Les East, a Saints reporter for Crescent City Sports, joined Mike and Charlie. East shared his thoughts on the Saints' 2024 schedule, the team's 2024 NFL Draft class, and Marshon Lattimore's future with New Orleans. He previewed the Saints' upcoming OTAs, highlighting their QB2 battle. 

What do the Saints need to do to come out alive from their first 6-game stretch in 2024?

Mike Hoss, Voice of the Saints, joins to discuss his feelings on the Saints schedule as they are slated to have 9 home games for the first time since the league pushed the NFL to a 17-game regular season, how the first 3 games at home can set up the rest of the season, the Saints face a gauntlet of teams in the first half of the year and even some rook's that could come into their own, before wrapping up covering Saints OTAs picking up next week.

In our final hour, the gang dives into the Saints schedule release video before the voice of the Saints, Mike Hoss, joins us to preview the Saints 2024 schedule with all its issues, features, stadiums, players, and weather conditions with Jeff, obviously very excited to be in Green Bay on Christmas Eve Eve. Later on, we dive into whether Michael Thomas might end up heading into the new season on an NFL team or not, how Saints kicker Blake Grupe had a good year last season, and if Jeff will be able to brace the cold of Green Bay with Keon Coleman's fantastic Macy's jacket recommendation.

Steve, Jeff, and Cullen give their takes on the top news stories of the day!

In the 2nd hour, Steve and Jeff sound off on the madness going on in Louisville at the Valhalla Golf Club following Scottie Scheffler's arrest due to an apparent misunderstanding with an LMPD officer. Dick Jerardi, horse racing analyst from BetOnline.ag, to preview Preakness, and the madness of the Kentucky Derby ending that saw Mystik Dan come away with the win, why Jerardi prefers Preakness over the other Triple Crown races. Later on, we circle back to the Saints 2024 schedule and the possible streak we have to see them go on in order to make the post-season before having our Triple Option segment where we dive into Paul Skenes continued dominance, Saints losses in 2023, Panthers & Chiefs prime time bouts.

Where does Bobby Hebert believe the Saints could be following a tough first-half stretch of their 2024 schedule?

Steve and Jeff sit down with the Cajun Cannon, Bobby Hebert, to discuss where the Saints might finish record-wise with an incredibly tough first half of the season, Saints-Bronocs history as they look to face off in the Dome in prime time this year, could Derek Carr lead the Saints to a NFC South title in his 2nd year wearing the black & gold, and who is on Bobby's radar heading into OTAs?

Steve Geller and Jeff Nowak are sitting pretty this Friday afternoon as LSU takes game 2 of their final SEC series against Ole Miss, the crazy morning that #1 ranked golfer in the world, before the Cajun Cannon himself, Bobby Hebert joins to dive a bit deeper into the Saints 2024 schedule, Saints projected records, their path towards the playoffs and the NFC South title, Derek Carr heading into this year following a strong finish to the year, and Jeff paints a much nicer picture of his Saints season projections and the key factor that could push them over the edge and into the playoffs!

Bobby shared his thoughts on Sean Payton's return to New Orleans.

Bobby, Mike, and Steve broke down the Saints' official 2024 NFL schedule. The guys projected a 1-4 start against Carolina, Dallas, Philadelphia, Atlanta, and Kansas City. Bobby and Mike previewed Sean Payton's return to New Orleans in week seven on Thursday Night Football. They praised Jim Harbaugh, anticipating a swift turnaround for the Los Angeles Chargers. Bobby said he expects the Saints to go on a late-season push. The guys also shared their thoughts on their final six games after the week 12 bye against the Rams, Giants, Commanders, Packers, Raiders, and Buccaneers.

Bobby, Mike, and Steve previewed the 2024 NFL schedule release. The guys discussed the Saints' upcoming matchup against Sean Payton and the Denver Broncos. Bobby highlighted New Orleans' decline in primetime games since the departure of Sean Payton and Drew Brees. Scott Shanle, a former Saints Super Bowl-winning linebacker, joined Bobby, Mike, and Steve. Shanle broke down the annual NFL schedule release, explaining what players look for in the matchups. Shanle shared his thoughts on the Saints' playoff drought, the fanbase's criticism of QB Derek Carr, and the team's addition of LB Willie Gay. The guys spoke to a WWL listener about Carr. 

Scott Shanle, a former Saints Super Bowl-winning linebacker, joined Bobby, Mike, and Steve. Shanle broke down the annual NFL schedule release, explaining what players look for in the matchups. Shanle shared his thoughts on the Saints' playoff drought, the fanbase's criticism of QB Derek Carr, and the team's addition of LB Willie Gay.

Mike and Charlie reported on an early NFL schedule leak regarding the Saints' matchup against the Denver Broncos. The guys discussed the pressure on the top quarterbacks from the 2024 NFL Draft. Nick Friedell, an Audacy NBA Insider, joined Mike and Charlie. Friedell broke down the 2024 NBA Playoffs. He praised Jalen Brunson's effort to carry the Knicks on a deep postseason run. Friedell highlighted Nikola Jokic's monster performance against Minnesota, calling the three-time MVP the best player in the world. He also shared his thoughts on the Thunder, Mavericks, and Celtics. Mike, Steve, and Charlie played their daily "Triple Option" segment.

Mike, Steve, and Charlie played their daily "Triple Option" segment. Steve previewed Angel Reese's debut in the WNBA. Charlie broke down D1Baseball's latest Field of 64 projection. Mike also discussed Netflix's upcoming documentary series on Jerry Jones. 

Nick Friedell, an Audacy NBA Insider, joined Mike and Charlie. Friedell broke down the 2024 NBA Playoffs. He praised Jalen Brunson's effort to carry the Knicks on a deep postseason run. Friedell highlighted Nikola Jokic's monster performance against Minnesota, calling the three-time MVP the best player in the world. He also shared his thoughts on the Thunder, Mavericks, and Celtics. 

Mike and Charlie broke down an early schedule leak for the Saints, previewing their week one matchup against the Carolina Panthers. The guys evaluated New Orleans' strength of schedule, highlighting the QBs they should face in 2024. They reported on the NFL's deal with Netflix for a Christmas Day doubleheader and Jacksonville's new extension with the Jaguars. Kelsey Nicole Nelson, the host of "Listen in With KNN," joined Mike and Charlie. Nelson discussed former LSU QB Jayden Daniels' arrival in Washington. She praised Daniels' early connection with OC Kliff Kingsbury. Nelson also criticized the Commanders' offensive line heading into Daniels' rookie year. 

Kelsey Nicole Nelson, the host of "Listen in With KNN," joined Mike and Charlie. Nelson discussed former LSU QB Jayden Daniels' arrival in Washington. She praised Daniels' early connection with OC Kliff Kingsbury. Nelson also criticized the Commanders' offensive line heading into Daniels' rookie year. 

Steve and Charlie reviewed the Saints' 2024 opponents, highlighting their road matchups and potential primetime games. Mark Etheridge, an SEC writer for D1Baseball, joined Steve and Charlie. Etheridge previewed LSU's challenge against Ole Miss at Alex Box Stadium. Etheridge broke down the SEC standings, evaluating Georgia, Florida, South Carolina, and Vanderbilt. He also shared his projection for SEC teams in the NCAA Tournament. 

Mark Etheridge, an SEC writer for D1Baseball, joined Steve and Charlie. Etheridge previewed LSU's challenge against Ole Miss at Alex Box Stadium. Etheridge broke down the SEC standings, evaluating Georgia, Florida, South Carolina, and Vanderbilt. He also shared his projection for SEC teams in the NCAA Tournament. 

Steve and Charlie previewed the 2024 NBA Draft. Brandon "Scoop B" Robinson, a national NBA reporter, joined Steve and Charlie. Robinson reported on the Pelicans' interest in moving up into the top 10 picks of the 2024 NBA Draft, highlighting prospects to target. He projected Brandon Ingram's future in the NBA. Steve and Charlie listened to press conference audio from new Saints OC Klint Kubiak. Kubiak praised Derek Carr, Spencer Rattler, and Bub Means. The guys broke down an important off-season for Trevor Penning. 

Steve and Charlie listened to press conference audio from new Saints OC Klint Kubiak. Kubiak praised Derek Carr, Spencer Rattler, and Bub Means. The guys broke down an important off-season for Trevor Penning. 

Brandon "Scoop B" Robinson, a national NBA reporter, joined Steve and Charlie. Robinson reported on the Pelicans' interest in moving up into the top 10 picks of the 2024 NBA Draft, highlighting prospects to target. He projected Brandon Ingram's future in the NBA. 

Mike and Charlie spoke to a WWL listener about the NFL's new kickoff rules. Jeff Duncan, a columnist for Nola.com, joined Mike and Charlie. Duncan promoted his new book: "A Life Impossible," the story of Saints legend Steve Gleason. Mike and Duncan told stories about Gleason. Duncan shared his thoughts on the new kickoff rules in the NFL. He also broke down the Saints' 2024 opponents, explaining their schedule is more difficult than the metrics show. Mike, Charlie, and Steve played their daily "Triple Option" segment.

Mike, Charlie, and Steve played their daily "Triple Option" segment. Steve reported on Caitlin Clark's WNBA debut. Charlie discussed the preseason college football win totals. Mike reviewed the schools that produce the most NFL talent. 

Jeff Duncan, a columnist for Nola.com, joined Mike and Charlie. Duncan promoted his new book: "A Life Impossible," the story of Saints legend Steve Gleason. Mike and Duncan told stories about Gleason. Duncan shared his thoughts on the new kickoff rules in the NFL. He also broke down the Saints' 2024 opponents, explaining their schedule is more difficult than the metrics show. 

Erin Summers, a team reporter for the Saints & Pelicans, joined Mike and Charlie. Summers shared her observations from the Saints' rookie minicamp, highlighting RT Taliese Fuaga, DB Kool-Aid McKinstry, and QB Spencer Rattler. She questioned Trevor Penning's development along the Saints' OL. Summers also projected the future of Brandon Ingram with the Pelicans. 

Mike and Charlie broke down the NFL's early 2024 schedule leaks. The guys evaluated the Bills' offense and the Rams' defense, two new-look units on premier teams. They also reviewed the 2024 NBA Playoffs. Erin Summers, a team reporter for the Saints & Pelicans, joined Mike and Charlie. Summers shared her observations from the Saints' rookie minicamp, highlighting RT Taliese Fuaga, DB Kool-Aid McKinstry, and QB Spencer Rattler. She questioned Trevor Penning's development along the Saints' OL. Summers also projected the future of Brandon Ingram with the Pelicans.