New Orleans’ must trusted sports voices have reunited making their old podcast new again. 'Dunc & Holder' is back with The Athletic New Orleans columnists Jeff Duncan and Larry Holder, plus regular guests Katherine Terrell and William Guillory discussing all things Saints, Pelicans, LSU, Tulane and anything else important within the New Orleans sports scene.
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What are your expectations for the 2021 Saints?
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The Saints' 2021 schedule is out, and they're still favored in the majority of their games. Jeff & Larry share their expectations for the first season of the post-Drew Brees as well as what's next in the offseason.By Dunc & Holder
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Saints 2021 schedule breakdown: Toughest stretch, keys to success
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Jeff and Larry break down the Saints' 2021 schedule and analyze the tough stretches and key sequences. In the second half of the show, they discuss the Q&A with Saints director of college scouting Jeff Ireland that was published on The Athletic on Monday and give their biggest takeaways from his comments.…
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What to make of the Saints' 2021 draft haul
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The Athletic's Jeff Duncan and Larry Holder break down the New Orleans Saints’ 2021 NFL Draft class, analyzing each pick and what potential futures moves might be in the works. Find out why their trade attempts didn’t work, hear about the Trey Lance-Mac Jones interest and why the Saints liked Payton Turner more than others. What’s the vision for Pe…
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Jeff and Larry play GM and break down the Saints’ options in the first three rounds of the upcoming NFL Draft using Pro Football Network’s draft simulator to discuss potential prospects and trade scenarios. On the docket: Potential draft strategy and why this draft is so important; the dangers of reaching for a cornerback; the Caleb Farley conundru…
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NFL Draft preview: Will the Saints trade up for a cornerback?
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Larry and Jeff break down the defensive prospects the Saints might consider in the upcoming NFL Draft. What strategy will they employ in the draft to address the defense? A look at the top cornerback prospects. Is a trade up for a cornerback a possibility?By Dunc & Holder
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Should the Saints draft for offense in the first round?
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Jeff and Larry turn their attention to the upcoming NFL Draft, breaking down the team’s needs on offense and discussing potential targets at various positions. Is wide receiver the No. 1 offensive need? Is QB still a priority? Is running back a sneaky need?By Dunc & Holder
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What are the Saints' needs in the 2021 NFL Draft?
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Larry and Jeff dive into the upcoming NFL Draft and address some of the Saints’ biggest areas of needs as they prepare for the April 29-May 1 event. Also, what to make of the Saints’ low-key free agent strategy; Jameis Winston’s offseason media tour; what can we read anything into the Saints’ attendance at pro days? And, as always, QB discussions.…
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Is the Saints roster better or worse than in 2020?
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Jeff and Larry break down the Saints’ early moves in free agency and how they affect the roster in 2021. How will the attrition impact the defense? What do they think about Sean Payton's comments about Jameis Winston and Taysom Hill? Should the team draft a quarterback?By Dunc & Holder
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Emergency Podcast: Looking back at the legacy of Drew Brees in New Orleans
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We knew it was coming, and now the day has arrived. Drew Brees has officially retired from the NFL. Jeff and Larry react to the news and look back on Brees' career and legacy in New Orleans. The guys also explain what Taysom Hill's $140 Million dollar contact extension means for the franchise.By Dunc & Holder
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Saints salary cap maneuvering, Marcus Williams and more
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Jeff and Larry break down the recent salary cap maneuvers the Saints have made in preparation for the start of free agency and the 2021 League Year on March 17:By Dunc & Holder
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Russell Wilson trade scenarios: Could the Saints make it work for Seahawks?
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On this week’s episode, Jeff and Larry break down the trade rumors involving Russell Wilson and the possibility of the Saints acquiring the Seahawks Pro Bowler. They also examine the Saints’ other options at quarterback as free agency approaches.By Dunc & Holder
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Saints free agency preview: Where can they afford to upgrade?
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Saints experts Jeff Duncan and Larry Holder analyze the New Orleans Saints' free agency options and discuss the potential strategies they will take at each position group.By Dunc & Holder
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Saints personnel issues: Drop-offs, health issues and underperformers
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In 2020, the Saints had some unexpected dropoffs from veteran players, health issues with its stars and players who didn't live up to lofty expectations. Jeff and Larry address some positions in need of upgrades as N.O. prepares for what could be a full-scale transition year.By Dunc & Holder
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The great Jameis Winston-Saints debate of 2021
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With Drew Brees expected to retire after 15 seasons with the Saints, to whom will Sean Payton hand the keys to his offense? Taysom Hill, the only QB under contract; Jameis Winston, a free agent with a year in the system; or does the team explore trade possibilities for Matthew Stafford or Deshaun Watson?…
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Drew Brees' Dome disappointment; the end of an era?
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New Orleans Saints QB Drew Brees, in likely the last game of his Hall of Fame NFL career, threw three interceptions in a 30-20 loss to Tom Brady and the Buccaneers at the Superdome on Sunday night. Jeff Duncan and Larry Holder break down the scene as Brees and Brady talk on the field an hour after the game ended.…
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Bucs-Saints preview: Drew Brees vs. Tom Brady Round 3 was inevitable
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Two of the NFL's best QBs of all-time will face off in the Superdome on Sunday, with the winner advancing to the NFC Championship Game. The Saints embarrassed the Bucs in their last meeting. Can they hold them off again with a Super Bowl only two games away?By Dunc & Holder
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Saints playoff podcast: N.O. gets job done vs. Bears; Brady, Bucs up next
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The Saints defense led the way to a 21-9 win over the Bears in the wild-card round of the NFC playoffs Sunday at the Superdome. And while Michael Thomas and Alvin Kamara made headlines for their returns, it was Deonte Harris who might have had the biggest impact for the offense. Up next? Round 3 with Tom Brady and the Bucs.…
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Saints' playoff matchup with Bears, COVID issues and a Steve Gleason anniversary
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The Saints will host the Bears in an NFC wild-card playoff game Sunday. Will Alvin Kamara and Michael Thomas return? Will the Saints defense dominate Mitchell Trubisky? Are New Orleans' pandemic protocols failing? Plus, it's been 10 years since Steve Gleason was diagnosed with ALS. Jeff Duncan documented a day in his life in an exclusive story for …
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Saints' best and worst playoff matchups and the incomparable Alvin Kamara
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Alvin Kamara put on a display against the Vikings to boost his chances of becoming the NFL's Offensive Player of the Year for 2020. And as the NFC playoff seedings shape up this week, which are the best and worst matchups for the Saints?By Dunc & Holder
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Saints are sliding, but there's still reason to believe
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The Saints have lost consecutive games and host the Vikings on Friday. Drew Brees is back, but he needs help in the injury-riddled receiving corps. The defensive line is the best unit on the team. Can it wreak enough havoc to secure an NFC South title on Christmas Day?By Dunc & Holder
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What's inside the Saints' December dropoff?
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The Athletic's Jeff Duncan and Larry Holder discuss the Saints' stunning loss to the Eagles in "a game they deserved to lose," outline three problems that need to be addressed before the playoffs and preview this week's game vs. Patrick Mahomes and the defending Super Bowl champs.By Dunc & Holder
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Can the Saints run the table and sweep the NFC South?
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The Saints are now 8-0 without Drew Brees the past two seasons. Will that affect his targeted return date from his rib injuries? No NFC South team has ever swept the division, can New Orleans be the first? And why isn't Sean Payton getting more mentions as a Coach of the Year candidate? Jeff Duncan and Larry Holder discuss all this and more.…
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Is this Saints defense for real? Should N.O. draft a QB?
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Saints writer Katherine Terrell fills in for Jeff Duncan on this week's episode, where she and Larry Holder discuss the vastly improved Saints defense, the latest grumblings about Taysom Hill and the future of the QB position.By Dunc & Holder
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Saints are the NFC's best team -- even with Taysom Hill at QB
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The Saints, currently the top seed in the NFC, are riding a seven-game win streak. The polarizing Taysom Hill might have quieted some critics in his debut. And the defense just keeps getting better. Special guest Katherine Terrell fills in for Larry Holder on this week's episode.By Dunc & Holder
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Drew Brees is injured, it's Jameis Winston's time to shine ... or is it Taysom Hill's?
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Drew Brees is out indefinitely after suffering broken ribs and a collapsed lung against the 49ers on Sunday. To whom will the New Orleans Saints turn: backup Jameis Winston, signed as a free agent in the offseason, or heir apparent Taysom Hill? What adjustments will Sean Payton make to the game plan?…
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Saints midseason report, Drew Brees, offense pull it all together and what's next
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Jeff Duncan and Larry Holder bring back the podcast midseason to discuss the 6-2 New Orleans Saints. They review Sunday's rout of the Bucs, discuss what's been most surprising about the team, evaluate the defense and look ahead to this week's game vs. the 49ers at the Superdome.By Dunc & Holder
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A Saints pre-training camp roundtable with Katherine Terrell
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Larry Holder and Jeff Duncan join forces again with Katherine Terrell to discuss the upcoming training camp the Saints. How different will it be? Which position group has the crew concerned the most? Which group can afford an injury the least? Plus, much more! Get 40% off of an annual subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/duncandholder Adve…
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Jeff Duncan and Larry Holder are joined by The Athletic's Sheil Kapadia to talk about the Saints from an analytical standpoint. Hear what numbers stand out to Sheil about the team, Drew Brees, the defense, and more.By Dunc & Holder
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Checking in with the Radio Voice of the Pelicans, Todd Graffagnini
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A Discussion About Drew Brees, and Checking in on the Pelicans
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Jeff Duncan and Larry Holder discuss Drew Brees' comments last week and the backlash he received (3:26) . Then they check in with Will Guillory to catch up on the latest on the Pelicans as the NBA prepares to return to play (35:19). Get 40% off of an annual subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/duncandholder…
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Lindsay Jones Interviews Demario Davis Regarding Protests
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Saints linebacker Demario Davis shares his thoughts about the protests, athlete and team responses, the Players Coalition, and more with The Athletic's Lindsay Jones.By Dunc & Holder
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Looking Around the NFC South: Jeff Schultz on the Atlanta Falcons
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Jeff Duncan and Larry Holder complete their lap around the division with a discussion with Jeff Schultz about the Atlanta Falcons. They talk about the rivalry between the two teams, the Atlanta sports scene, how the team may do next season, and much more. Get 40% off of an annual subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/duncandholder…
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Looking Around the NFC South: Greg Auman on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers
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Larry Holder and Jeff Duncan continue to take stock of the rest of the Saints' division, and this week's stop is Tampa Bay. Greg Auman joins the pod to discuss the arrival of Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski to the Buccaneers, his thoughts on Jameis Winston coming to New Orleans, and much more. Get 40% off of an annual subscription to The Athletic: the…
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Looking Around the NFC South: Joe Person on the Carolina Panthers
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Larry Holder and Jeff Duncan are spending the next few weeks taking a look at the rest of the NFC South post-draft, and their first stop is the Carolina Panthers. Joe Person joins them to discuss the wide sweep of changes for the Panthers, their Saints connection with the addition of Teddy Bridgewater and much more. Get 40% off of an annual subscri…
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An Off-Season Chat with Tulane Coach Willie Fritz
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Jeff Duncan and Larry Holder check in with Tulane Head Coach Willie Fritz, and discuss how he's passing the time right now, keeping in contact with his players and approach to player evaluations without spring football, his players that were recently drafted to NFL teams and more. Get 40% off of an annual subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.c…
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Warford's Exit, the Schedule, and a Chat with Jim Nagy
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Jeff Duncan and Larry Holder discuss the release of guard Larry Warford (1:50), their thoughts on the Saints' schedule (13:31), and chat with Senior Bowl Executive Director Jim Nagy about that annual event, his thoughts on the Saints' draft (21:21) and more. Get 40% off of an annual subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/duncandholder…
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Going In-Depth on Saints Prospects with Dane Brugler
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Jeff Duncan and Larry Holder are joined by Dane Brugler to discuss how this year's draft process differed with the pandemic, a look at the players New Orleans took in the draft, their UDFAs, and more! Get 40% off of an annual subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/duncandholder.By Dunc & Holder
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Jameis Winston, Taysom Hill and the Draft
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And we thought the NFL Draft alone was enough news for one weekend. Jeff Duncan and Larry Holder discuss Jameis Winston coming to the Saints (1:36), Taysom Hill's new two-year deal (12:01), and yes, their thoughts on the Saints' draft moves and questions that still linger about the team (17:11). Get 40% off of an annual subscription to The Athletic…
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Round 1 Reaction: The New Orleans Saints Select Cesar Ruiz
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The pick is in! Jeff Duncan and Larry Holder discuss what center Cesar Ruiz brings to the Saints, along with some thoughts from Michigan beat writer Austin Meek (1:07). Get 40% off an annual subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/duncandholderBy Dunc & Holder
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Jeff Duncan and Larry Holder prepare you for what moves the Saints may make in this week's NFL Draft. What will they do with that 24th pick? Could they trade up? Down? Also, Jeff Ireland's impact on the team and more. Check out Dane Brugler's NFL Draft Guide here: https://theathletic.com/1727831/2020/04/07/dane-brugler-nfl-draft-guide-2020-the-beas…
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Jeff Duncan and Larry Holder are joined by beat writer Katherine Terrell to simulate the first 4 rounds of this year's NFL Draft. Find out which prospects they think would be the best fit for the New Orleans Saints, who ends up picking the most players from LSU and more. As mentioned in the episode, check out Dane Brugler's 2020 draft guide: https:…
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Jeff Duncan invites New York Times writer Brett Anderson onto the podcast to discuss how the pandemic has affected the culinary scene in New Orleans, recommendations on where to order takeout to support, and more. Get 40% off of an annual subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/duncandholderBy Dunc & Holder
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Jeff Duncan and Larry Holder recall the Saint's 2006 game against the Falcons in their return to the Superdome post-Katrina. Also they discuss the NFL's All-Decade Team and the Saints who made it...and the notable one that didn't. Get 40% off an an annual subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/duncandholder…
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Larry Holder and Jeff Duncan run down and discuss the 22 best players to have left the Saints. Some names you definitely know, some you may have forgotten, do you agree with the list? Get 40% off an annual subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/duncandholderBy Dunc & Holder
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Jeff Duncan and Larry Holder discuss the addition of Emmanuel Sanders, the Saints' possible draft strategy, remaining needs for the team and more. Try The Athletic free for 90 days: http://theathletic.com/free90daysBy Dunc & Holder
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BREAKING: Sean Payton Tests Positive For Coronavirus
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Saints head coach Sean Payton has revealed that he has tested positive for the COVID-19 coronavirus. Jeff Duncan and Larry Holder react to the news.By Dunc & Holder
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Jeff Duncan and Larry Holder are joined by Katherine Terrell to discuss the Saints' Free Agency, including the exit of Teddy Bridgewater, the return of Malcolm Jenkins, Drew Brees and more. Get The Athletic free for 90 days: http://theathletic.com/free90daysBy Dunc & Holder
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Free Agency Update: Drew Brees Re-signs with Saints
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Jeff Duncan and Larry Holder share their immediate thoughts on the Drew Brees returning and what it means for the New Orleans Saints. Subscribe to The Athletic for weekly bonus episodes of Dunc & Holder at theathletic.com/duncandholder.By Dunc & Holder
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Larry Holder discusses all things LSU and their offseason with LSU beat writer Brody Miller, including Spring Football, dealing with losing players from their championship-winning team to the NFL draft and more. Subscribe to The Athletic for weekly bonus episodes of Dunc & Holder at theathletic.com/duncandholder.…
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