Locked On Saints - Daily Podcast On The New Orleans Saints

The New Orleans Saints defense made good on their goal to be top five. But more improvements are available and awaiting them for their playoff run. Where the Saints achieved top five status, where they didn't, and what absolutely must get fixed heading into the playoffs. A 30,000 foot look, a more precise inspection, and a deep dive on defensive playmaking ability illuminate progress, shortcomings, and much need improvements. Follow Ross on Twitter @RossJacksonNOLA Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!  Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Despite missing several key pieces, the New Orleans Saints pile on another big win. What the Saints' win in Charlotte means for the playoffs, the team, and how they avoided getting the short end of the stick from the NFL. How the offense produced despite missing so many integral pieces, how Emmanuel Sanders got his money, and why New Orleans continues to be a popular free agency destination. How the defense piled on franchise best numbers despite being without most of their secondary and why the Saints' ability to mesh with new faces is good news for the returning players expected for Wild Card Weekend. Follow Ross on Twitter @RossJacksonNOLA Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!  Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The three most important keys to Sunday game include health, dominance, and identity. Staying healthy, dominating the trenches, and learning what this defense looks like without key pieces will all be a important on Sunday's matchup between the New Orleans Saints and Carolina Panthers. Panthers have played spoiler before with the Washington Football Team, can they do it again as they host New Orleans on a flexed Sunday afternoon showdown? How the Panthers plan to produce at running back without both Christian McCaffrey or Mike Davis. What the Panthers have left to play for as their season comes to a close. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!  Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.  BuiltGo Visit BuiltGO.com and use promo code “LOCKED,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. BetterHelp I want you to start living a happier life today. As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at BetterHelp.com/LockedOn DoorDash Right now, our listeners can get $5 off and zero delivery fees on their first order of $15 or more, when you download the DoorDash app and enter code LOCKEDON. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It may take some adjustments, but the Saints can survive after losing Kwon Alexander. After his achilles injury, the New Orleans Saints linebacker will miss the rest of the season. How that impacts New Orleans, his future with the Saints, and who takes his role. This week's Film Watch Wednesday breaks down Alvin Kamara's big opening touchdown, the Saints' struggles in the redzone, and an example of Alex Anzalone covering well in place of Kwon Alexander. This weeks' mailbag takes a look at Andrus Peat, James Hurst, Carson Wentz, and playoff X-Factors for New Orleans. Follow Ross on Twitter @RossJacksonNOLA Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!  Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.  BuiltGo Visit BuiltGO.com and use promo code “LOCKED,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. BetterHelp I want you to start living a happier life today. As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at BetterHelp.com/LockedOn DoorDash Right now, our listeners can get $5 off and zero delivery fees on their first order of $15 or more, when you download the DoorDash app and enter code LOCKEDON. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With a 17th game added, who will the Saints add to their schedule in 2021? The 2021 opponents are all set except for their mystery 17th team. Discussing the matchups, schedule highlights and challenges, and who that 17th opponent will be. Even though the Saints have struggled on defense recently, they still rank near the top in several metrics, showing that their variance does not stand in the way of their progress thus far. Individually, the Saints have a ton to be proud of with their Week 16 performance against the Vikings. Not the least of which being the offensive line who showed why, even when injured, they are one of the best groups in the NFL. Follow Ross on Twitter @RossJacksonNOLA Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!  Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.  BuiltGo Visit BuiltGO.com and use promo code “LOCKED,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. BetterHelp I want you to start living a happier life today. As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at BetterHelp.com/LockedOn DoorDash Right now, our listeners can get $5 off and zero delivery fees on their first order of $15 or more, when you download the DoorDash app and enter code LOCKEDON. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Breaking down Alvin Kamara's 6 TD performance vs. Minnesota. The New Orleans Saints demolish the Minnesota Vikings 52-33 and eliminate them from playoff contention while solidifying their spot atop the NFC South for a fourth-consecutive season. All on the legs of Alvin Kamara and his six touchdown performance. Kamara's stat line looks impressive, but breaking down his performance on a more granular scale shows just how incredible his day was. Recapping last week's keys to victory. How and if they played a factor in the Christmas Day win. News and notes from the facility and the NFL as the season approaches it's closing week. Follow Ross on Twitter @RossJacksonNOLA Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!  Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.  BuiltGo Visit BuiltGO.com and use promo code “LOCKED,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. BetterHelp I want you to start living a happier life today. As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at BetterHelp.com/LockedOn DoorDash Right now, our listeners can get $5 off and zero delivery fees on their first order of $15 or more, when you download the DoorDash app and enter code LOCKEDON. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How the Saints can beat the Vikings on Christmas Day Ross gifts the New Orleans Saints three keys to victory including the potential another dominant defense performance and how the Saints will need to vary up the offense. Luke Braun of Locked On Vikings and Locked On NFL joins to preview the matchup. First, a look at the Saints defense vs. the Minnesota Vikings offense - how will the Saints cover the Vikings talented receivers? Then, a breakdown of the Vikings depleted defense and how it matches up against a similarly depleted Saints offense at the wide receiver position. Can Drew Brees throw the Saints into this game despite a dip in talent at receiver? Follow Luke on Twitter @LukeBraunNFL Follow Ross on Twitter @RossJacksonNOLA Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!  Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.  BuiltGo Visit BuiltGO.com and use promo code “LOCKED,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. BetterHelp I want you to start living a happier life today. As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at BetterHelp.com/LockedOn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Saints could get boost this week with Marquez Callaway designated to return from injured reserve. With Callaway back at practice, he could make it back to the field on Christmas Day against the Minnesota Vikings if he proves healthy enough. That would be a big benefit for New Orleans while Tre'Quan Smith deals with an ankle injury. Head coach Sean Payton also gives an update on Michael Thomas and confirms the plan for his return. Breaking down film and answering listener questions hit topics like Aaron Rodgers to New Orleans? A play that Kansas City ran that Sean Payton might steal, the toughest playoff matchup for New Orleans and much more! Follow Ross on Twitter @RossJacksonNOLA Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!  Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.  BuiltGo Visit BuiltGO.com and use promo code “LOCKED,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. BetterHelp I want you to start living a happier life today. As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at BetterHelp.com/LockedOn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In one key metric, the Saints defense destroyed Mahomes' usual production. Five Saints selected to the 2020 Pro Bowl. A look at who got in and who was left out. How Sean Payton and key plays affected the Saints' Game Win Chances vs. the Chiefs. Where New Orleans' defense stepped up and limited Patrick Mahomes. Follow Ross on Twitter @RossJacksonNOLA Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!  Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.  BuiltGo Visit BuiltGO.com and use promo code “LOCKED,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. BetterHelp I want you to start living a happier life today. As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at BetterHelp.com/LockedOn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Despite the loss, New Orleans showed some important progress towards maintaining Super Bowl aspirations. How the Saints' impressed despite losing 32-29 to the Kansas City Chiefs. How Drew Brees' performance shows promise for his recovery in time for the postseason, and what's next for new Orleans as the regular season nears a close. How the Saints look heading into the postseason. Why the second seed might be their best bet and whether or not the first is still in grasp. Saints will need help if they want the top seed again, but control their own destiny. What it will take to get the Saints back on track and why they are still Super Bowl competitors based on Sunday's performance against the Chiefs. Follow Ross on Twitter @RossJacksonNOLA Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!  Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.  BuiltGo Visit BuiltGO.com and use promo code “LOCKED,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. BetterHelp I want you to start living a happier life today. As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at BetterHelp.com/LockedOn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Drew Brees is set to return to take on the Kansas City Chiefs. How a Brees return affects his health, the offensive line play, and how it helps to make Taysom Hill more dangerous. Film notes show where the Chiefs struggle on offense, defense, and how to (try) and limit Travis Kelce. The Saints, have a big test ahead of them. Are they built for it? Three keys to victory are a little different this time around with Drew Brees at the helm. How to control time of possession and steal extra reps. Follow Ross on Twitter @RossJacksonNOLA Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!  Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. MyBookie INVEST IN YOUR INTUITION. USE PROMO CODE LOCKEDON AND DOUBLE YOUR FIRST DEPOSIT. NEW PLAYERS GET UP TO $1,000 IN FREE PLAY - DESIGNED TO ADD MORE EXCITEMENT TO THE SPORTS YOU LOVE AND THE GAMES YOU BET. YOUR WINNING SEASON BEGINS TODAY...ONLY AT MYBOOKIE! BuiltGo Visit BuiltGO.com and use promo code “LOCKED,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. BetterHelp I want you to start living a happier life today. As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at BetterHelp.com/LockedOn SimpliSafe Right now, my listeners get a FREE home security camera, when you purchase a SimpliSafe system at SimpliSafe.com/LockedOnNFL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sean Payton lays down the criteria to get Brees back on the field. Drew Brees returns to practice, but is not yet activated back to the roster. How close is here and what does he need to show this week? Sean Payton laid it all out there on Thursday morning. Crossover Thursday for the big Week 15 Saints- Chiefs matchup takes a look at what the Saints have to do to slow down the most important weapon Kansas City has on offense. Then, who the Saints need to get going on offense and how to rattle Patrick Mahomes who's shown signs of weakness against the rival Chargers and in last week's bout against the Miami Dolphins. Follow Chris on Twitter @ChrisClarkNFL Follow Ross on Twitter @RossJacksonNOLA Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!  Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. MyBookie INVEST IN YOUR INTUITION. USE PROMO CODE LOCKEDON AND DOUBLE YOUR FIRST DEPOSIT. NEW PLAYERS GET UP TO $1,000 IN FREE PLAY - DESIGNED TO ADD MORE EXCITEMENT TO THE SPORTS YOU LOVE AND THE GAMES YOU BET. YOUR WINNING SEASON BEGINS TODAY...ONLY AT MYBOOKIE! BuiltGo Visit BuiltGO.com and use promo code “LOCKED,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. BetterHelp I want you to start living a happier life today. As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at BetterHelp.com/LockedOn SimpliSafe Right now, my listeners get a FREE home security camera, when you purchase a SimpliSafe system at SimpliSafe.com/LockedOnNFL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Taysom Hill now, Jameis Winston later? Saints Head Coach Sean Payton joined the Huddle & Flow Podcast and gave some honest insight on Taysom Hill's opportunity and outlines when Jameis Winston is expecting his, which tips the hat to the future of Drew Brees. Breaking down the three impactful plays from Sunday's loss in Philly. Why Taysom Hill didn't throw on 4th and 2, how Miles Sander's 82-yard touchdown came down to one decision, and how the Saints adjusted to the run game in the second half. Wednesday Mailbag listener questions include concerns around Kyler Murray, how to limit Travis Kelce, and why the hurry offense has been absent with Taysom Hill. Follow Ross on Twitter @RossJacksonNOLA Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!  Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. MyBookie INVEST IN YOUR INTUITION. USE PROMO CODE LOCKEDON AND DOUBLE YOUR FIRST DEPOSIT. NEW PLAYERS GET UP TO $1,000 IN FREE PLAY - DESIGNED TO ADD MORE EXCITEMENT TO THE SPORTS YOU LOVE AND THE GAMES YOU BET. YOUR WINNING SEASON BEGINS TODAY...ONLY AT MYBOOKIE! BuiltGo Visit BuiltGO.com and use promo code “LOCKED,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. BetterHelp I want you to start living a happier life today. As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at BetterHelp.com/LockedOn SimpliSafe Right now, my listeners get a FREE home security camera, when you purchase a SimpliSafe system at SimpliSafe.com/LockedOnNFL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How one choice might have changed everything for New Orleans. The Saints unexpected loss to the Philadelphia Eagles looks more like a series of bad moments rather than one indivisibly poor performance. First, Sean Payton updates the latest on Drew Brees, his recovery, and targeted timeline on Huddle & Flow. EDJ Sports ranks the New Orleans head coach with both the best and worst coaching decisions of Week 14. What they were and how they affected the Saints' chances to win. Breaking down the analytics in the trenches shows that consistent pressure proved valuable for the Saints but devastating against them and that the run defense was subject to one bad moment that set that narrative for the entire performance. Follow Ross on Twitter @RossJacksonNOLA Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!  Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. MyBookie INVEST IN YOUR INTUITION. USE PROMO CODE LOCKEDON AND DOUBLE YOUR FIRST DEPOSIT. NEW PLAYERS GET UP TO $1,000 IN FREE PLAY - DESIGNED TO ADD MORE EXCITEMENT TO THE SPORTS YOU LOVE AND THE GAMES YOU BET. YOUR WINNING SEASON BEGINS TODAY...ONLY AT MYBOOKIE! BuiltGo Visit BuiltGO.com and use promo code “LOCKED,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. BetterHelp I want you to start living a happier life today. As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at BetterHelp.com/LockedOn SimpliSafe Right now, my listeners get a FREE home security camera, when you purchase a SimpliSafe system at SimpliSafe.com/LockedOnNFL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What led to the loss in Philly, how it can be addressed, and what happens next? After a devastating loss, what does this loss mean beyond the surface? Three important takeaways from the 24-21 stunner in Philly. Updating the Taysom Evaluation and where it stands. Is there value in seeing Jameis Winston next week against the Chiefs or does Taysom deserve the shot to add one final argument? What happened in Philly comes down to the trenches, particularly on defense where the Saints struggled against the run. Was it an anomaly? A look at why the defensive line struggled, what it did to adjust, and how they can avoid that level of play in the future. Follow Ross on Twitter @RossJacksonNOLA Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!  Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. MyBookie INVEST IN YOUR INTUITION. USE PROMO CODE LOCKEDON AND DOUBLE YOUR FIRST DEPOSIT. NEW PLAYERS GET UP TO $1,000 IN FREE PLAY - DESIGNED TO ADD MORE EXCITEMENT TO THE SPORTS YOU LOVE AND THE GAMES YOU BET. YOUR WINNING SEASON BEGINS TODAY...ONLY AT MYBOOKIE! BuiltGo Visit BuiltGO.com and use promo code “LOCKED,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. BetterHelp I want you to start living a happier life today. As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at BetterHelp.com/LockedOn SimpliSafe Right now, my listeners get a FREE home security camera, when you purchase a SimpliSafe system at SimpliSafe.com/LockedOnNFL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices