"sportstalk" With Bobby Hebert

Steve and Jeff previewed the NFL's Divisional Round matchups this weekend. The guys debated the future of Eagles QB Jalen Hurts in Philadelphia. They also discussed Lane Kiffin's busy day adding pieces for the LSU Tigers' 2026 roster from the transfer portal. Oleh Kosel, a credentialed NBA reporter covering the Pelicans, joined Sports Talk. Kosel praised the stellar play of Trey Murphy, evaluated the team's rookies, and broke down Yves Missi's improvement. Kosel also shared his thoughts on Zion Williamson's future and the Pelicans' issues.

Steve and Jeff emphasized the importance of the annual Senior Bowl to the Saints' pre-draft scouting process. Dalton Wasserman, a data analyst at Pro Football Focus, joined Sports Talk. Wasserman broke down the NFL Divisional Round, highlighting Josh Allen's Bills vs. the AFC's top-seeded Broncos and the Texans' matchup against the Patriots. Wasserman also praised Lane Kiffin's work to build LSU's offense in the transfer portal, previewed the CFP National Championship Game between Indiana and Miami, and discussed the Saints' options with the eighth overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Steve and Jeff projected the Saints to keep a majority of the team's assistant coaching staff this offseason. Chris Gordy, the host of the "Locked on SEC" podcast, joined Sports Talk. Gordy broke down LSU's work in the transfer portal under head coach Lane Kiffin. He shared his thoughts on the Tigers' running backs, the expectations for Coach Kiffin, and the CFP National Championship Game.

Steve and Jeff explained why they expect the Saints to pay Chris Olave.

Chris Gordy, the host of the "Locked on SEC" podcast, joined Sports Talk. Gordy broke down LSU's work in the transfer portal under head coach Lane Kiffin. He shared his thoughts on the Tigers' running backs, the expectations for Coach Kiffin, and the CFP National Championship Game.

Steve and Jeff reviewed a tweet from former Saints WR Michael Thomas about his performance against the Philadelphia Eagles in the Divisional Round of the 2018 NFL Playoffs. The guys promoted his candidacy for the Saints' Hall of Fame.

Dalton Wasserman, a data analyst at Pro Football Focus, joined Sports Talk. Wasserman broke down the NFL Divisional Round, highlighting Josh Allen's Bills vs. the AFC's top-seeded Broncos and the Texans' matchup against the Patriots. Wasserman also praised Lane Kiffin's work to build LSU's offense in the transfer portal, previewed the CFP National Championship Game between Indiana and Miami, and discussed the Saints' options with the eighth overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Oleh Kosel, a credentialed NBA reporter covering the Pelicans, joined Sports Talk. Kosel praised the stellar play of Trey Murphy, evaluated the team's rookies, and broke down Yves Missi's improvement. Kosel also shared his thoughts on Zion Williamson's future and the Pelicans' issues.

Steve and Jeff discussed Lane Kiffin's busy day adding pieces for the LSU Tigers' 2026 roster from the transfer portal.

Mike and Charlie interviewed Blake Ruffino, the founder of the "Are You Serious" Sports Network, and Audacy Sports Betting insider Brad Evans. Ruffino discussed LSU's latest news in the transfer portal, and Evans broke down the upcoming NFL Playoff matchups and College Football National Championship Game. Former Saints Super Bowl-winning LB Scott Shanle, the team's pre-and-postgame host, joined Sports Talk. Mike, Steve, and Charlie played their weekly "Pick-Six" segment. Steve and Charlie listened to LSU AD Verge Ausberry's interview with Newell Normand on WWL Radio. The guys also spoke to Will Guillory, a Pelicans reporter for The Athletic.

Mike and Charlie interviewed Blake Ruffino, the founder of the "Are You Serious" Sports Network, and Audacy Sports Betting insider Brad Evans. Ruffino shared his thoughts on the players LSU is pursuing in the transfer portal: Ohio State safety Faheem Delane, Colorado left tackle Jordan Seaton, Baylor offensive lineman Sean Thompkins, Ole Miss freshman Devin Harper, and Georgia's Aliou Bah. Evans broke down the NFL's Divisional Playoff matchups and the College Football Playoff National Championship Game.

Mike evaluated Nicholls offensive lineman Ja'Mard Jones, a talented player in the transfer portal who LSU is pursuing. Mike and Charlie evaluated John Harbaugh's fit with the New York Giants. Former Saints Super Bowl-winning LB Scott Shanle, the team's pre-and-postgame host, joined Sports Talk. Shanle praised the Saints' defensive surge in the second half of the season. He shared his thoughts on New Orleans' veteran defenders, the Saints' run game, and their rookie class. Shanle also previewed the NFL Playoffs and NFL Draft. Mike, Steve, and Charlie played their weekly "Pick-Six" segment.

Steve and Charlie lamented LSU basketball's brutal loss to the Kentucky Wildcats in the PMAC. The guys spoke to a WWL listener about the Saints' needs in the 2026 NFL Draft. They also listened to LSU AD Verge Ausberry's interview with Newell Normand on WWL Radio.

Steve and Charlie wished legendary Saints quarterback Drew Brees a happy birthday. The guys reviewed the Pelicans' victory over the Brooklyn Nets. Will Guillory, a Pelicans reporter for The Athletic, joined Sports Talk. Guillory recapped New Orleans' victory over the Brooklyn Nets, highlighting Trey Murphy's performance in the clutch. Guillory also shared his thoughts on Yves Missi, Jordan Poole, and the 2026 trade deadline.

Will Guillory, a Pelicans reporter for The Athletic, joined Sports Talk. Guillory recapped New Orleans' victory over the Brooklyn Nets, highlighting Trey Murphy's performance in the clutch. Guillory also shared his thoughts on Yves Missi, Jordan Poole, and the 2026 trade deadline.

Mike, Steve, and Charlie played their weekly "Pick-Six" segment. The guys broke down the NFL Divisional Round matchups and the College Football Playoff National Championship Game.

Former Saints Super Bowl-winning LB Scott Shanle, the team's pre-and-postgame host, joined Sports Talk. Shanle praised the Saints' defensive surge in the second half of the season. He shared his thoughts on New Orleans' veteran defenders, the Saints' run game, and their rookie class. Shanle also previewed the NFL Playoffs and NFL Draft.

Audacy Sports Betting Insider Brad Evans joined Sports Talk. Evans broke down the NFL's Divisional Playoff matchups and the College Football Playoff National Championship Game.

Blake Ruffino, the founder of the "Are You Serious" Sports Network, joined Sports Talk. Ruffino shared his thoughts on the players LSU is pursuing in the transfer portal: Ohio State safety Faheem Delane, Colorado left tackle Jordan Seaton, Baylor offensive lineman Sean Thompkins, Ole Miss freshman Devin Harper, and Georgia's Aliou Bah.

Mike and Charlie discussed Oregon QB Dante Moore's decision to return to school, LSU LB Harold Perkins' declaration for the 2026 NFL Draft, and Lane Kiffin's latest commitment from USC quarterback Husan Longstreet. Former Saints QB John Fourcade joined Sports Talk to evaluate Tyler Shough. Mike and Charlie spoke to Zack Nagy, an LSU reporter for Sports Illustrated, about the Tigers' transfer portal chaos. Steve and Charlie interviewed Jake Madison, the host of the "Locked on Pelicans" podcast, and Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak.