"sportstalk" With Bobby Hebert

On today's show, Steve and Charlie dive deep into how the 2024 Saints training camp out in Irvine, California went as the team's last practice wrapped up today, before having Saints sideline reporter and WWL digital content producer, Jeff Nowak, join the guys to recap the final day of camp, the latest on injured players heading into their 2nd preseason game. Later on, we hear from Oleh Kosel, a credentialed NBA writer covering the Pelicans, on some of the key notes regarding the Pelicans 2024-25 schedule and how they will fair in an even more difficult Western Conference. Also, Cullen joins the guys to break down the latest on Aiyuk's situation in SF, Spencer Arrighetti getting hot at the right time, and some extra facts about this hefty Pelicans schedule. After that, Josh Dubow, who covers the 49ers for the Associated Press, drops in to preview the starters we will see come Sunday and we hear from Dennis Allen and Samson Nacua on training camp.

In this final hour, Steve and Charlie hear from a WWL listener about how most of the offensive hiccups seem to hinge on this questionable O-line, if the Saints might need to go out and pick up a seasoned vet off the market somewhere, before having AP writer covering the 49ers, Josh Dubow, joins us to talk about some of the key players we might see on the opposing side come Sunday and if Brandon Aiyuk will stay in SF or move on before closing out the hour hearing from Dennis Allen on the last day of camp and Samson Nacua on his incredibly large and athletic family.

Josh Dubow, who covers the 49ers for the Associated Press, joins the gang to preview who from SF we might see start on Sunday, the running back depth on the 49ers as CMC and LA-native Elijiah Mitchell are both out for the game, who will be on their defensive front to test the Saints struggling O-line, and if Brandon Aiyuk might just end up staying in San Fransisco?

Steve and Charlie answer a serious question from a WWL listener about how the Saints' offensive production weighs on the success of this offensive line and if a veteran O-linemen signing might just be on the horizon.

This hour, Steve and Charlie take a look at the latest coming out of the MLB as Paul Skenes and the Pirates still try and vie for a playoff spot and if the Pelicans will be able to hang with the incredibly contested Western Conference this year before Oleh Kosel, credentialed NBA writer covering the Pelicans, drops in to discuss the elephant in the room at the center position for the Pelicans, and what we need to see from the team during the depths of their 82-game schedule for them to clear that play-in bar, and we dive deep into the latest on Brandon Aiyuk's contract talks in SF, Spencer Arrighetti making a splash in the MLB, and some notes on the Pelicans schedule.

Steve, Charlie, and Cullen give their takes on the top news stories of the day.

For all things Pelicans we call up Oleh Kosel, credentialed NBA writer covering the Pelicans, about the Pelicans' schedule release and key matchups to keep an eye on, the question mark at center for the team, how the Pels might fair in the 2nd year of the NBA Cup group games, the rough stretch in November and February that the Pelicans face, and what teams we might see in the West slip down the rankings allowing for the Pels to climb. 

This hour, Steve and Charlie get together to recap the 2024 Saints training camp as a whole as they wrapped up their final day of practice in California before they return home next week following the 49ers game on Sunday. To get some more information on that, Jeff Nowak, Saints sideline reporter and WWL digital content producer, joins the guys to break down today's practice, if Sunday's bout might be the final push Haener or Rattler needs to take the lead in the backup QB competition, how the team is looking for the 49ers game and who might not be available come Sunday, and finally, if the Saints might need to go to the free agent market or trade for some extra O-line depth. 

Jeff Nowak, Saints sideline reporter and WWL digital content producer, joins the guys to recap the final day of practice out in Irvine as the team tackles their 2nd preseason game Sunday before wrapping up the final week of the preseason back home, if Tailese Fuaga might take the field come Sunday, Samson Nacua's play since joining the team, the WR3 role is still up for grabs as A.T. Perry, Mason Tipton, and others via for that spot, and where should we see improvement in the Saints 2nd preseason game against the 49ers.

The Saints wrapped up in California today as Steve and Charlie dive into how the 2024 camp went as a whole, and how the 49ers are looking as injuries are hitting San Fran HARD heading into their 2nd preseason action vs the Saints. 

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Mike and Bobby discussed the Falcons' decision to sign free agent S Justin Simmons, a former four-time All-Pro. Bobby said the Falcons are "all in" after adding Simmons and DE Matthew Judon to their defense. Saints legend Deuce McAllister recapped the team's 17th day of training camp, highlighting Taliese Fuaga's injury, the Saints' WR room, and the team's pass rush. Mike criticized Trevor Penning's lack of improvement entering his third year in New Orleans. Chris Dodson, a Pelicans reporter for ClutchPoints, joined Mike, Bobby, and Charlie to review the New Orleans' official 2024-25 regular season schedule. Mike, Bobby, Steve, and Charlie played their daily "Triple Option" segment. Steve and Bobby compared the preseason expectations for the Falcons to the Saints. The guys listened to post-practice press conference audio from Saints head coach Dennis Allen. Coach Allen evaluated the Saints' rushing attack, rookie DT Khristian Boyd, and the team's strong defensive line. Mike Hoss interviewed Saints P Lou Hedle

Mike Hoss interviewed Saints P Lou Hedley about his improvement at the team's training camp. Bobby and Steve celebrated the Saints' "global" special teams unit. Bobby expressed his confidence in Hedley retaining New Orleans' starting punter job. Marc Raimondi, an Atlanta Falcons beat reporter for ESPN, joined Steve and Bobby. Raimondi described the vibe around Atlanta after an impressive 2024 offseason. He broke down the Falcons' offense, highlighting Kirk Cousins and Kyle Pitts. Raimondi also shared his thoughts on the Falcons' secondary, Atlanta's offensive line, and their linebacking corps. The guys spoke to a WWL listener about the Saints' offensive line issues.

Steve and Bobby previewed New Orleans' upcoming preseason matchup against the 49ers. The guys spoke to a WWL listener about the Saints' offensive line issues. Bobby emphasized Taliese Fuaga's importance to the OL. The guys compared Kirk Cousins to Derek Carr. 

Marc Raimondi, an Atlanta Falcons beat reporter for ESPN, joined Steve and Bobby. Raimondi described the vibe around Atlanta after an impressive 2024 offseason. He broke down the Falcons' offense, highlighting Kirk Cousins and Kyle Pitts. Raimondi also shared his thoughts on the Falcons' secondary, Atlanta's offensive line, and their linebacking corps. 

Steve and Bobby compared the preseason expectations for the Falcons to the Saints. Bobby called the Saints "underdogs" around the country. They discussed the other teams "flying under the radar." Steve and Bobby listened to post-practice press conference audio from Saints head coach Dennis Allen. Coach Allen evaluated the Saints' rushing attack, rookie DT Khristian Boyd, and the team's strong defensive line. Bobby praised the Saints' defense and criticized New Orleans' OL. 

Steve and Bobby listened to post-practice press conference audio from Saints head coach Dennis Allen. Allen evaluated rookie DT Khristian Boyd. Coach Allen praised the Saints' big, physical defensive line. Bobby explained that New Orleans' defense is good enough to win 10 games this year. 

Steve and Bobby listened to post-practice press conference audio from Saints head coach Dennis Allen. Allen evaluated the Saints' rushing attack after their first preseason victory over Arizona. Bobby gave stats about Alvin Kamara's success as a star running back since entering the league in 2017. 

Mike and Bobby broke down the 2024 NFC South, comparing Tampa Bay to Atlanta. The guys spoke to a WWL listener about Niko Lalos and Mickey Loomis. Chris Dodson, a Pelicans reporter for ClutchPoints, joined Mike, Bobby, and Charlie to discuss the Pels' 2024-25 schedule release. Dodson projected Brandon Ingram's future in New Orleans. He previewed multiple tough stretches for the Pelicans' schedule, highlighting November, February, and April. He compared Zion Williamson to Victor Wembanyama. Mike, Bobby, and Steve played their daily "Triple Option" segment. 

Mike, Bobby, Steve, and Charlie played their daily "Triple Option" segment. Bobby reported on Cleveland's effort to build a new football stadium. Steve celebrated Aaron Judge's record-breaking 300th home run. Charlie broke down the Chicago White Sox's struggles.