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CSC Interview: Saints legend and HOF QB Drew Brees discusses his remarkable NFL career, flag football partnership with Unrivaled Sports, could coaching be in his future and more

Former New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees has had a busy but incredible start to 2026. He was recently elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame and made a guest appearance on the New Heights Podcast hosted by Jason and Travis Kelce Then last Sunday, he and his wife, Brittany spent the day in New Orleans riding […]

18 days ago | 5 reads

Saints QB Tyler Shough, wife Jordan, announce birth of first child

Who Dat Nation has gained another fan as New Orleans Saints quarterback Tyler Shough and his wife, Jordan, welcomed their son, Grayson DuBois Shough, to the world on Wednesday. Jordan and Tyler celebrated the birth of their first child by sharing images and sentiments on social media as family, teammates, coaches, and fans wished the […]

18 days ago | 5 reads

Yaccarino’s 2026 Saints Mock Draft 1.0

Finally, it’s mock draft season, and with the New Orleans Saints having eight picks (for now), they are going to get some great players throughout the draft. If this year is anything like 2025, the Saints would find foundational players in the 2026 NFL Draft, and for the first time this offseason, I’m going to […]

19 days ago | 2 reads

Should the Saints re-sign Will Clapp?

Former 2018 Saints draft pick Will Clapp returned to the team last offseason on a one-year contract. But his season ended prematurely with a foot injury against the Chargers in the preseason, leaving him ruled out for the rest of the campaign. Clapp, who returned to New Orleans following stints with the Chargers and Bills, […]

19 days ago | 4 reads

Drew and Brittany Brees’ message of love for New Orleans

On Sunday, February 15, former New Orleans Saints and now Hall of Fame quarterback Drew Brees and his wife, Brittany, rode in the Krewe of Bacchus parade atop a custom-made float by Kern Studios that featured a statue of Brees and an LED-lighted sign flashing “Thank you, Who Dat Nation.” This was the 3rd time […]

20 days ago | 3 reads

Do players need an NFL Scouting Combine invitation to get drafted?

The National Football League Scouting Combine, first held in 1982, is rapidly approaching in 2026, and this year will mark the 45th anniversary of the talent and skills showcase. Historically, the combine has served as a platform for some of the top draft prospects in the country to display what they can do on the […]

NFL

20 days ago | 2 reads

2025 Saints player review: DT Davon Godchaux

The New Orleans Saints traded a 2026 seventh-round pick to the New England Patriots for veteran defensive tackle Davon Godchaux last offseason with hope that the nose tackle would bolster the team’s run defense. Ultimately, Godchaux’s first year in the black and gold was underwhelming, as the Saints’ run defense remains an a work in […]

21 days ago | 5 reads

Saints should take advantage of the Dolphins’ cap saving moves

Although free agency is still a month away, the Miami Dolphins have begun making substantial cap-saving moves throughout their roster. In the span of hours, Miami released EDGE Bradley Chubb, WR Tyreek Hill, G James Daniels, and WR Nick Westbrook-Ikhine. Each of these players was on a fairly expensive contract, and now, they are available […]

21 days ago | 3 reads

Fleur-de-Links, February 17: Saints go with offensive weapon early in mock draft

Besson’s 3-round Mock Draft: Saints go offense heavy Nothing like a mock draft to start the week. Retired Saints QB Drew Brees throwing lefthanded at Bacchus parade A reminder of what Brees sacrificed for the Saints. Chris Olave and the Saints want to make a deal. Here’s what that realistically might look like. Hopefully, a […]

21 days ago | 5 reads

Two LSU WR prospects the Saints could draft

The New Orleans Saints find themselves at a crossroads in the 2026 offseason. Following a 6-11 season that featured a late-year resurgence behind quarterback Tyler Shough, the mandate is clear, get this man some more weapons. While Chris Olave remains the undisputed WR1 and the team is banking on a 2026 breakout. Two names that […]

22 days ago | 4 reads

Besson’s 3-round Mock Draft: Saints go offense heavy

The New Orleans Saints left the 2025 NFL draft satisfied. They solidified their tackles for the next 10 years and found good depth and starters down the board. Oh, they also found a pretty good quarterback. With the Saints set up to start building a roster that can compete in the next few years, they’ll […]

22 days ago | 3 reads

Fleur-de-Links, February 16: Former Saints coach heads to Vegas

What could a Derek Carr trade look like for the Saints? An out-of-nowhere potential trade could set the Saints up for success this offseason. Raiders hire Derek Carr’s Saints QB coach as offensive coordinator Another former Saint is on his way to Las Vegas. NFL Mock Draft: Saints Land Generational RB to Pair With Tyler […]

22 days ago | 3 reads

NFLPA team report cards to be kept private, no longer public

ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported that the National Football League Players Association’s annual team report cards have been ruled as a violation of the league’s CBA and will no longer be made public information. First released in 2023, these reports were created as a way to allow players to grade and evaluate their respective organizations across […]

25 days ago | 1 read

2025 Saints player review: WR Devaughn Vele

On August 20th, I was out to dinner, having a nice time, when I felt my phone vibrate with many notifications. I knew something had happened, and my best guess was that the New Orleans Saints had made a move. Well, I was right, and the team made a trade that was heavily scrutinized. With […]

25 days ago | 6 reads

What could a Derek Carr trade look like for the Saints?

Former New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr has flirted with the idea of coming out of retirement. If so, the Saints still hold the rights to the veteran quarterback and would have the leverage to trade him. So what does a Carr trade look like for New Orleans? First, we’ll need to note potential suitors […]

25 days ago | 5 reads

Should the Saints bring back John Ridgeway?

In 2024, the New Orleans Saints traded a 2025 sixth-round pick to the Washington Commanders for DT John Ridgeway and a 2025 seventh-round pick, which they ultimately used on UCLA TE Moliki Matavao. This offseason, the 26-year-old is set to hit free agency—but should New Orleans bring him back? The former fifth-round pick has primarily […]

26 days ago | 4 reads

2026 NFL Scouting Combine biggest snubs

The annual NFL Scouting Combine is quickly approaching, and the full list of invited players was just released. The skills showcase is scheduled for the end of February and will continue into early March. A total of 319 athletes were invited to perform and meet with NFL scouts, coaches, and staffers, but that is a […]

NFL

26 days ago | 2 reads

Should the Saints re-sign Dante Pettis?

Amidst injuries and trades at the wide receiver position, Dante Pettis got his chance in the second half of the 2025 season, making 8 appearances for the black and gold. He hauled in 9 catches for 127 yards, seeing some action as a returner after the Saints traded Rashid Shaheed. His one-year deal was cheap, […]

27 days ago | 3 reads

Saints legend and Hall of Fame quarterback Drew Brees to ride in Bacchus

New Orleans Saints legend and now Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback Drew Brees will ride in the Bacchus parade on Sunday evening. Brees will be on a special float designed by Barry Kern that will feature a statue of Brees and a LED lighted sign that will read, “Thank you, Who Dat Nation.” This […]

27 days ago | 6 reads