The Saints Might Be Making a Major Change to the Run Game — And It Makes Perfect Sense

The Saints Might Be Making a Major Change to the Run Game — And It Makes Perfect Sense

Author: NewOrleans.Football August 26, 2026 Duration: 31:26
Nick Underhill dives into the nugget Saints RB Kendre Miller dropped about the team's "bread and butter" for 2026. - What is outside zone, and why will it benefit the Saints? - What do the numbers say about the Saints backs in outside zone? - What does Kellen Moore's history reveal about his rushing tendencies? 00:00 Kendre Miller Reveals a Potential Change to the Run Game 01:35 Why Outside Zone Makes Sense 04:43 What Is Outside Zone? 10:50 How the Saints' Run Scheme Could Change in 2026 14:39 Kellen Moore's History With Outside Zone 17:09 Why Kendre Miller's "Bread and Butter" Quote Matters 18:53 How the New Scheme Fits the Roster 26:24 Did Joint Practices Hurt the Saints' Preseason Performance? 27:01 The Saints' Injuries Are Exposing Their Lack of Depth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For fans who live and breathe the black and gold, NewOrleans.Football: Saints Podcast is the essential weekly conversation. Hosts Nick Underhill and Mike Triplett don’t just recap games; they break down the strategy, personnel moves, and behind-the-scenes dynamics that define the franchise. You’ll get their clear-eyed analysis on everything from draft prospects and free agency rumors to the critical play calls that decided Sunday’s outcome. This podcast goes deeper than the highlight reel, offering context you won’t find elsewhere. It’s like having a direct line to two of the most connected and thoughtful voices covering the team. Whether it’s dissecting a tough loss, projecting the lineup for a crucial divisional game, or explaining the salary cap implications of a new signing, Nick and Mike provide the kind of substantive discussion that serious fans appreciate. Their approach is informed, straightforward, and entirely focused on delivering a comprehensive understanding of where the Saints stand and where they’re headed. Tune in for a consistently detailed and engaging take on all things New Orleans Saints football.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 50

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Podcast Episodes
Who Has the Most to Prove in the Saints’ Preseason Finale? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:08
Nick Underhill and Mike Triplett break down the biggest decisions facing the Saints ahead of the preseason finale and final roster cuts. - Which players are fighting for roster spots? - Can Zach Wilson force the Saints t…
What We Learned About the Saints After Three Joint Practices [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:58
Nick Underhill updates his expectations of the Saints after watching joint practices with the Jaguars, Cowboys and Rams. - Where there are real reasons for optimism - The status of the RB and WR depth charts - What to wa…
Who’s In, Who’s Out? Updated Saints 53-Man Roster Projection [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:03
Nick Underhill breaks down the biggest movers after the Saints' first preseason game. - How did Zach Wilson change the equation? - Who gets the last receiver spot? - Is it time to look outside the building at kicker? 00:…
Saints vs Jaguars: Everything We Learned in the Preseason Opener [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:50
Nick Underhill and Mike Triplett react to the Saints' preseason opener against Jacksonville. - Did Zach Wilson earn a look with the second team? - Is the secondary deeper than anticipated? - Which positions remain questi…
The Biggest Saints Position Battles to Watch in the Preseason Opener [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:39
Nick Underhill and Mike Triplett prepare for the Saints' preseason opener against the Jaguars. - How much does the joint practice performance matter? - Which bubble guys have a shot at the roster? - Will Spencer Rattler…