It is a bit early to call New Orleans Saints tackle Trevor Penning an all-out bust, but the team certainly has to figure out what they want to do at tackle before the NFL Draft begins in a little over 7 weeks. That has to be priority No. 1, doesn’t it?
That is the lead topic of discussion on Monday’s Dattitude Podcast (Ep. 210), as host Jim Derry brings in FOX-8 Sports Managing Director Garland Gillen to talk about it, as well as a look at the rising stock of LSU wide receivers Malik Nabers and Brian Thomas.
Lastly, Garland and Jim will share their thoughts on Iowa’s Caitlin Clark surpassing the all-time point record in college basketball set by LSU’s Pistol Pete Maravich back in 1970. Should it be a record? Should Clark have an asterisk? Should they even be mentioned together? And in Monday’s Extra Point, Jim shows what Clark’s numbers would be had she played by the rules of the NCAA 54 years ago. Hint: She would be WAY off.

Saints and Trevor Penning, LSU’s Nabers and Thomas, Caitlin Clark - Garland Gillen on Ep. 210

The New Orleans Saints made their biggest splash in free agency thus far by signing edge rusher Chase Young on Monday. Then on Tuesday, it came out that Young will need neck surgery and likely will not be ready for the start of training camp.

How much did the team know? Is he still worth $13 million for one season of service? If so, does it allow the Saints to focus on one particular position in next month's draft? All things to talk about with ESPN Radio's Matt Moscona, who joins host Jim Derry on Wednesday's Dattitude Podcast (Ep. 217).

Also, we'll give a quick update on the Pelicans and LSU spring football, and welcome in Spencer The Guru for the weekly 'Fantasy Roundup.' Bet.NOLA’s Gabe Henderson also is on to kick off a new segment. Jim will wrap up the show with a special 'Extra Point,' as he says Happy Birthday to one of the best players ever to suit up in Black and Gold.

Chase Young to Saints a mistake? Matt Moscona answers and talks LSU; Fantasy Roundup on Ep. 217

It seemed like it was all there for the New Orleans Pelicans to steal Game 1 on the road at Oklahoma City on Sunday night, but scoring just two points in the final 3½ minutes and hitting the free-throw line just nine times all night spelled a heartbreaking 94-92 loss. Can they rebound in Game 2? Will Brandon Ingram, CJ McCollum and others step up?

The good news is it’s NFL Draft week, and Jim Derry gets things kicked off with FOX-8’s Garland Gillen on Monday’s Dattitude Podcast (Ep. 229), as they’ll also dive into the prospects of LSU receivers Malik Nabers and Brian Thomas, and where they might go Thursday night. Oh, and maybe the best move for the New Orleans Saints is to trade down on Day 2 to get a couple more higher picks? 

Lastly, on the 'Extra Point,' Jim is all positive in looking back to the 2017 Draft that produced gems like Marshon Lattimore, Ryan Ramczyk and other starters. And, of course, some guy named Alvin Kamara. We also look ahead to a busy week of Dattitude and shows on four mornings, including a preview of Thursday night’s live Draft show on NOLA.com.

Pelicans can't hold on at OKC, Nabers, Thomas and Saints draft with Garland Gillen on Ep. 229

With less than 4 months remaining until the LSU football Tigers take the field in Las Vegas to play USC in the Trojans’ first game in the post-Caleb Williams era, where does this team stand? How does Brian Kelly’s offense look with Garrett Nussmeier set to take over behind center and one of the most experienced O-lines in college football? Can the defense be better (It has to be!)

Host Jim Derry brings in The Advocate’s LSU Sports beat writer Wilson Alexander on Monday’s Dattitude Podcast (Ep. 235), as they also talk about the the baseball team and whether Jay Johnson’s crew is back in the running to make a regional with three straight SEC series victories, including over No. 1 Texas A&M this past weekend at The Box.

Lastly, on the 'Extra Point,' Jim brags about his big Derby hit this past weekend and looks back 46 years to May 6, 1978, when Affirmed and Alydar struck up one of sports’ great rivalries in the Run for the Roses and Affirmed’s first leg of what would be the last Triple Crown winner for the next 27 years.

LSU football depth charts, schedule and outlook; baseball postseason? Wilson Alexander on Ep. 235

It's official: New Orleans Saints right tackle Ryan Ramczyk will miss the entire 2024 season and his future in football is in serious doubt. So does that mean it’s set in stone first-round pick Taliese Fuaga will begin the year as the starting left tackle and Trevor Penning will be at right tackle? Will Nick Saldiveri start at left guard?

Does the extension of Rashid Shaheed help solidify the wide receiving corps? What about LSU? They were predicted to finish fifth in the SEC – is that too high, too low or just right? Is their schedule one of the easier ones in the league?

Host Jim Derry asks these questions of Monday’s guest, Garland Gillen of FOX-8 Sports. Just 2 days before the start of Saints training camp, there’s plenty to talk about on the Dattitude Podcast (Ep. 256) presented by Evangeline Securities, and Jim finishes the show with his ‘Extra Point’ that focuses on the embarrassment and near-monumental upset of the US Men’s Basketball Team against the South Sudan this past weekend.

Ryan Ramczyk, Saints O-Line and WR, LSU predics with Garland Gillen on Ep. 256

The LSU football Tigers are just 25 days away from their 2024 season opener in Las Vegas against the USC Trojans. How is Garrett Nussmeier coming along at quarterback, and what about Harold Perkins and the defense? Can LSU get through the early part of the schedule and get to the Ole Miss game at 5-0 and keep their chances going for a shot at the 12-team playoff?

Host Jim Derry brings in our own Wilson Alexander on Wednesday’s Dattitude Podcast (Ep. 263) presented by Evangeline Securities to discuss answer these questions, and on “Wednesdays with Gabe,” Jim and Gabe Henderson have fun with their LSU football Mt. Rushmores, and they share a few from the audience.

We also offer a Saints camp update and talk about the newly released depth chart heading into the preseason opener against the Arizona Cardinals on Saturday. In the “Extra Point,” Jim goes back 31 years to when 46-year-old Nolan Ryan beat the ever-loving snot out of 26-year old Robin Ventura.

LSU football updates and our Mt. Rushmore with Wilson Alexander; Saints depth chart talk on Ep. 263

As the New Orleans Saints shift their focus from the preseason and the cutdown to a 53-man roster, they made a few moves since Tuesday. Will the trade for John Ridgeway improve the defensive line, and how does the addition of ex-Vikings specialist Kene Nwangwu affect the team?

The good news is CBs Marshon Lattimore and Kool-Aid McKinstry returned to practice, as well as WR Rashid Shaheed. Will there be a few more before the Saints open the regular season at home in the Dome against the Carolina Panthers on Sept. 8?

Host Jim Derry talks about that, and he previews LSU’s season-opening game in Las Vegas against the USC Trojans on Sunday and Tulane starting with Southeastern on Thursday at Yulman on Thursday’s Dattitude Podcast (Ep. 271) presented by Evangeline Securities. Bet.NOLA.com’s Tom Casale and Gabe Henderson are here to help break it down and offer a few plays for Week 1 of the college football season.

Saints roster moves and trade; LSU-USC and Tulane-SLU previews on Ep. 271

In our continuing series on previewing the NFL division by division, it's time for part 7 of 8, as we look at the NFC North.

Jim Derry and Larry Holder preview the Chicago Bears, Detroit Lions, Green Bay Packers and Minnesota Vikings and make our predictions on Dattitude (Ep. 272) presented by Evangeline Securities.

Jim also reviews Tulane's dominating 52-0 win over SLU, and Gabe Henderson joins the show to lookahead to LSU vs. USC and the first full weekend of college football action, including Clemson at Georgia and Notre Dame at Texas A&M.

NFC North Picks, Preview, LSU vs USC lookahead and Tulane wrap with Larry Holder on Ep. 272

In this episode of the Cross The Streams Podcast, we tackle the controversy surrounding LSU's Kyren Lacy and his unsportsmanlike celebration that led to a 15-yard penalty. But we go beyond the penalty flags and fan outrage to dig deeper into what this incident reveals about sports culture, coaching, and how we guide young men toward healthier visions of manhood.  We discuss:  The importance of celebrating joyfully and respectfully on the field. Why reactive coaching misses the mark and how proactive discussions can shape better choices. The "After the Final Whistle" session, challenging athletes to think beyond the game and redefine the "script" for triumph. Addressing the racial backlash and harmful stereotypes faced by young athletes. How emotions—whether in success or failure—serve as informers, and how the PAUSE technique can help athletes handle them constructively. Join us as we advocate for a coaching framework that empowers young men to understand their actions and make thoughtful, impactful decisions. No young man is a throwaway. Let's build a culture of respect, understanding, and positive growth in sports!  Tune in, share your thoughts, and let's continue the conversation. #CrossTheStreamsPodcast #TeamsOfMen #CoachingMatters #CelebrateWithRespect #RedefineManhood

CTS-Episode 221 "Celebrations, Consequences, and the Bigger Picture"

Both the New Orleans Saints and Dallas Cowboys are 1-0 and coming off impressive wins in their season openers, so what does that mean for this huge early season game?

Can the Saints offensive line protect Derek Carr and open holes for Alvin Kamara against one of the NFL’s better defensive fronts? Will the injuries for the Black and Gold linger into Sunday, and if so, how much does that change our predictions? How about Dak Prescott against one of the better secondaries in the league?

It’s time for all of our predictions for the weekend, as Jim Derry and WWL-TV sports director Doug Mouton share their thoughts on Friday’s Dattitude Podcast (Ep. 278) presented by Evangeline Securities. They also will talk about the biggest games of Week 2 in the NFL, Tua Tagovailoa’s concussion and picks for LSU-South Carolina and Tulane-Oklahoma.

Saints at Cowboys preview, NFL Week 2 talk; LSU and Tulane picks with Doug Mouton on Ep. 278

Dattitude premiered in September 2021 to focus on what's important to sports fans in south Louisiana. While we focus on the Saints, we also talk plenty about the Pelicans, LSU, Tulane, Prep, sports betting, fantasy sports and all the big-time sports events happening in and around New Orleans. Host Jim Derry brings more than 33 years of experience covering sports in the region, and he'll "always tell you the way it is ... or at least the way he THINKS it is."

Eighth season of podcast dedicated to finding the intersections between sports, coaching, current events, and life in general! Helping us unlearn our fears of "crossing the streams."

New tracks tagged #LSU Football