Full Episode: Does Tyler Shough need a repeat performance against Panthers?
Nick and Mike discuss where the Saints fall in the current NFC South landscape.
- Should we only evaluate the Saints since turning to Tyler Shough?
- Could the Saints have competed for the division if Shough started sooner?
- What if Drew Brees came out of retirement in 2021? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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What You Missed: Friday, December 12th
Saints HC Kellen Moore spoke to the media Friday afternoon for the final time before the Saints host the Panthers Sunday afternoon. Here's what you missed.
- RB Alvin Kama (knee/ankle), RT Asim Richards (ankle) ruled OUT
- S Justin Reid (knee) QUESTIONABLE
- Safety depth stepped up in the absence of Reid
- Creating positive habits is more important than focusing on draft position
- Keeping players engaged by using a variety of clips and keeping meetings tight
- Using high school and college clips as teaching points to focus on fundamentals
- Importance of having a plan and trusting the training staff to prevent injuries
- Response to OC Doug Nussmeier's comments about the Boise State vs. Idaho rivalry Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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What You Missed: Thursday, December 11th
Saints STC Phil Galiano, DC Brandon Staley and OC Doug Nussmeier held their weekly media availability Thursday afternoon. Here's what you missed.
Galiano:
- The starting kicker position is being evaluated one game at a time
- Starting fast against Tampa Bay with a well-executed kickoff return
- Explanation of situational punting near midfield
- Thoughts on WR Mason Tipton's growth and ability as a kick returner
Staley:
- LB Demario Davis and DE Cam Jordan echoing key philosophies, such as the importance of "silent tape"
- Maintaining consistent messaging during a challenging season instead of looking for quick fixes
- Lessons learned from installing systems at other stops, importance of creating a connection with the players
- Pride, preparation and mentality in short-yardage and fourth-down situations
- Hammering fundamentals and technique with defensive backs
Nussmeier:
- Thoughts on RB Devin Neal's progress
- TE Juwan Johnson has adapted well to scheme change
- Memories of coaching against Kellen Moore in college
- Running with the QB helps balance the run game Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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What You Missed: Wednesday, December 10th
Saints HC Kellen Moore, QB Tyler Shough, RB Devin Neal and DE Cam Jordan spoke to the media Wednesday afternoon. Here's what you missed.
Moore:
- RB Alvin Kamara, S Justin Reid and RT Asim Richards did not practice, several others limited
- Identifying why the team has played better recently: cleaner football, turnovers and early-down execution
- Importance of playing well in divisional games
- Thought's on Shough's confidence
- Lack of concern about Shough's age as a rookie
- Reflecting on being a Heisman Trophy finalist in 2010
- The defense has been able to benefit from the offense's recent success while improving on their end as well
Shough:
- Confidence fluctuates, but preparation breeds high confidence
- Learning how to prepare in the NFL has been an area of growth
- Biggest lesson as a rookie has been figuring out the NFL schedule and how to approach it
- Thoughts on praise from LB Demario Davis
- Handling criticism and whether or not it can be used as motivation
- Being smart about when to take hits and when to go down
Neal:
- Saints physicality and willpower led to success in rainy game at Tampa Bay
- Shough's scrambling ability helped open up the run game
- Winning and finishing strong is more important than playing spoiler for another team
Jordan:
- Defense is resilient if nothing else
- Resilience shows the team's passion for playing football despite being out of the playoff race
- Thoughts on the young defensive backs
- Having the opportunity to ruin a rival's playoff chances brings joy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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The Dot: Saints offense gets a boost with RT Taliese Fuaga back at practice Wednesday
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