Saints Wire Podcast

The Saints got knocked off by rookie quarterback Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles Sunday, losing control of the NFC’s first-round bye in the process. It’s led fans to weigh all kinds of conspiracy theories, like did Saints head coach Sean Payton lose that game on purpose in an effort to motivate his team? Host Ryan O’Leary and Saints Wire editor John Sigler get into all of...

The Saints, now 3-0 with Taysom Hill starting at quarterback, are the first team to clinch an NFL playoff berth. Now all eyes shift to Drew Brees and his impending return. Will the Saints give Brees’ future successor one more start against the floundering Eagles? Host Ryan O’Leary and Saints Wire editor John Sigler discuss the QBs, Dennis Allen and his dominant defense, and former Sain...

The Broncos tried to beat the Saints without a quarterback, and the result was New Orleans improving to 9-2. The Saints are in sole possession of first place in the NFC. Host Ryan O’Leary and Saints Wire editor John Sigler discuss what now looks like a two-team race between the Saints and Packers for the NFC’s first-round bye, Taysom Hill’s second start, and an interesting two-ga...

Taysom Hill sure put on a show in his first career start for the Saints, passing for 233 yards and rushing for two scores in a win over the Atlanta Falcons. Host Ryan O’Leary and Saints Wire editor John Sigler break down Hill’s performance and discuss topics on Alvin Kamara’s usage, Drew Brees’ potential return, the NFL’s tradition of Lions and Cowboys games on Thanks...

The Saints will have to turn to Jameis Winston or Taysom hill as starting quarterback Drew Brees heals from multiple fractured ribs and a collapsed lung. Host Ryan O’Leary and Saints Wire editor John Sigler discuss what the Saints might do in the interim. Will Winston fill the Brees role? Will we see more of the Taysom Hill package? The guys give their takes on that and this week’s riv...

This much is clear: Drew Brees, Sean Payton and the Saints own Tom Brady’s Buccaneers. Host Ryan O’Leary and Saints Wire editor John Sigler put Sunday night’s epic beatdown into perspective and look ahead to the Saints’ push for the No. 1 seed in the NFC. Powered by USA TODAY Sports with fantasy advice from The Huddle and the sports betting pick of the week from The Sportsb...

New Orleans has been playing far from its best football, but it's still winning games. The guys discuss Sunday night's showdown in Tampa Bay, the latest on Michael Thomas, and the team's deadline deal for LB Kwon Alexander.

Ryan O'Leary and Saints Wire editor John Sigler discuss the Michael Thomas trade rumors, coach Sean Payton trolling Mike Florio on Twitter, the NFC playoff picture, and potential Saints targets at next week's NFL trade deadline. With fantasy football advice from The huddle, and sports betting picks of the week from The Sportsbook Wire.

Ryan O'Leary and John Sigler break down the Saints' Week 7 matchup with the Panthers, which will be played in front of a limited amount of fans. The guys also discuss Michael Thomas' return to the field, and John tackles five questions from around the NFL. With Week 7 fantasy football advance from USA TODAY's The Huddle, along with sports bettering picks of the week from the Sportsbook Wire.

The Saints star wide receiver, Michael Thomas, is coming off a 1-game suspension for reportedly fighting with a teammate at practice and mouthing off to coaches. Saints Wire editor John Sigler tells host Ryan O'Leary why he isn't concerned by the story. (With fantasy football advice from The Huddle, and sports betting tips of the week from The Sportsbook Wire.)

The New Orleans Saints did what they always do on Sunday: Shut down the opponent's top running back. Host Ryan O'Leary and Saints Wire editor John Sigler discuss the Saints' amazing defensive streak, an improved passing attack, and what could be a neutral-site game coming up in Indianapolis due to Hurricane Delta.

Drew Brees has not looked like his Hall of Fame self through three weeks this season. Host Ryan O'Leary and Saints Wire editor John Sigler discuss the QB's sudden lack of aggression through the air, and share concerns over the Saints' underperforming defense. Is this 1-2 Saints start just par for the course, or is it cause for concern?

Drew Brees is struggling, Michael Thomas is injured and the Saints are 1-1 on the season after getting thumped by the Las Vegas Raiders on Monday Night Football. Host Ryan O'Leary and Saints Wire editor John Sigler discuss the current state of the Saints, and look ahead to this week's showdown with Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers.

Host Ryan O'Leary and Saints Wire editor John Sigler discuss the Saints' blowout win over Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the season opener, and John gives the latest on the Michael Thomas injury. The guys also give their thoughts on coach Sean Payton's concerted effort to tack on another touchdown on the game's final drive.

With the Saints closing in on a contract extension with RB Alvin Kamara, and the Buccaneers possibly losing WR Mike Evans to a soft tissue injury, Tom Brady and Co. could have their hands full in the Superdome on Sunday's 2020 season opener. With host Ryan O'Leary and Saints Wire editor John Sigler.

Host Ryan O’Leary and Saints Wire managing editor John Sigler weigh in on the Alvin Kamara contract situation, and discuss what could be an offensive juggernaut in New Orleans this season.  

Ryan O' Leary hosts the Saints Wire Podcast beginning September 3