SportsTalk with Bobby Hebert
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Bruchhaus: The NFL Combine is very important for OL, DE, and TEs
Former Tulane LB Sam Bruchhaus, an NFL Draft analyst for Sumer Sports, joined Sports Talk. Bruchhaus shared his thoughts on the importance of the NFL Combine, Rueben Bain Jr.'s measurements, Keyon Sadiq's athleticism, the devaluation of running backs, and Mansoor Delane's projection at the NFL level.
Triple Option: Drew Brees, Phil Jackson Rule, & Sonny Styles
Mike, Charlie, and Steve played their daily "Triple Option" segment. Steve reviewed Drew Brees' bid to buy the San Diego Padres. Charlie discussed the teams that meet the criteria for the "Phil Jackson Rule." Mike evaluated Ohio State LB Sonny Styles, a top prospect in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Johnson: Our weekend rotation has "immense potential"
LSU head baseball coach Jay Johnson joined Sports Talk. Coach Johnson recapped the Tigers' first loss of the season to McNeese State. He shared his thoughts on LSU's weekend rotation, the Tigers' elite lineup, and new AD Verge Ausberry.
Who has stood out at the NFL Combine interview sessions?
Timothy Jones, the host of "The State of the Saints" podcast, joined Sports Talk. Jones broke down his top needs for the Saints' roster ahead of free agency and the NFL Draft. Jones also gave the standout players at the NFL Combine.
Full Show 2-25-26: The Saints aren't in a "one-year rebuild"
Mike and Charlie interviewed Doug Mouton, the sports director for WWL-TV, and Chrissy Smith, a podcaster for "The Kneaux." Mouton broke down the Saints' biggest position needs entering free agency and the 2026 NFL Draft. Smith recapped the Pelicans' 113-109 victory over the Warriors, highlighting Dejounte Murray, Saddiq Bey, and Zion Williamson. Former Saints RB Buford Jordan promoted the Elite Youth Flag Football League. Steve and Charlie listened to Daniel Jeremiah's media availability at the 2026 NFL Combine. The guys also spoke to Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak and ToyLoy Brown, an LSU basketball reporter for The Advocate.
Hour 1: Cam Jordan will likely return to the Saints, but what about Demario Davis?
Mike and Charlie interviewed Doug Mouton, the sports director for WWL-TV, and Chrissy Smith, a podcaster for "The Kneaux." Mouton broke down the Saints' biggest position needs entering free agency and the 2026 NFL Draft. Smith recapped the Pelicans' 113-109 victory over the Warriors, highlighting Dejounte Murray, Saddiq Bey, and Zion Williamson.
Hour 2: Elite running back play still matters in the modern NFL
Former Saints RB Buford Jordan joined Sports Talk. Jordan remembered his connection with Marcus Dupree and promoted the Elite Youth Flag Football League. He also emphasized the importance of running backs in the NFL and shared stories about former teammate Bobby Hebert. Mike, Steve, and Charlie played their daily "Triple Option" segment.
Hour 3: While there isn't a Myles Garrett this year, this draft has three top-10 DEs
Steve and Charlie listened to Daniel Jeremiah's media availability at the 2026 NFL Combine. Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak joined Sports Talk to preview the team's options in veteran free agency. Nowak discussed the Saints' holes at offensive guard and running back. He also shared his thoughts on the team's options at the eighth overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, Alontae Taylor's future with the Saints, and New Orleans' quarterback room.
Hour 4: Can LSU basketball finally break their losing skid tonight?
ToyLoy Brown, an LSU men's basketball reporter for The Advocate, joined Sports Talk. Brown discussed LSU's disappointing season on the hardwood and previewed the Tigers' matchup against Ole Miss. Steve listened to LSU head baseball coach Jay Johnson's media availability after the Tigers' loss to McNeese.
There's no sugarcoating it; it's been a disappointing season for LSU hoops
ToyLoy Brown, an LSU men's basketball reporter for The Advocate, joined Sports Talk. Brown discussed LSU's disappointing season on the hardwood and previewed the Tigers' matchup against Ole Miss.
The Saints need to be aggressive adding guard in veteran free agency
Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak joined Sports Talk to preview the team's options in veteran free agency. Nowak discussed the Saints' holes at offensive guard and running back. He also shared his thoughts on the team's options at the eighth overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, Alontae Taylor's future with the Saints, and New Orleans' quarterback room.
Triple Option: Kaleb Proctor, Paul Skenes, & Kenyon Sadiq
Mike, Steve, and Charlie played their daily "Triple Option" segment. Mike previewed Southeastern DL Kaleb Proctor's workout at the NFL Combine. Steve discussed Paul Skenes' offseason with the Pirates. Charlie and Mike broke down Oregon's Kenyon Sadiq, the top tight end prospect in the 2026 NFL Draft.
The NFL has supported the rise of groups like "Elite Youth Flag Football"
Former Saints RB Buford Jordan joined Sports Talk. Jordan remembered his connection with Marcus Dupree and promoted the Elite Youth Flag Football League. He also emphasized the importance of running backs in the NFL and shared stories about former teammate Bobby Hebert.
Dejounte Murray was awesome in his first game back with the Pelicans
Chrissy Smith, a podcaster for "The Kneaux," joined Sports Talk. Smith recapped the Pelicans' 113-109 victory over the Warriors, highlighting Dejounte Murray, Saddiq Bey, and Zion Williamson. Smith also previewed the Pelicans' road trip and evaluated the team's rookies.
Miami DE Rueben Bain Jr. is "absolutely in play" for the Saints at pick 8
Doug Mouton, the sports director for WWL-TV, joined Sports Talk. Mouton broke down the Saints' biggest position needs entering free agency and the 2026 NFL Draft. He projected Saints DE Cam Jordan to return to New Orleans next season but questioned the future of LB Demario Davis.
Full Show 2-24-26: How good is this draft's wide receiver class?
Mike and Charlie reported on NFL news surrounding Jets RB Breece Hall and Falcons QB Kirk Cousins. The guys interviewed Kate Greiner, the Community Affairs Executive Manager for Woodside Energy, and Blake Ruffino, the founder of the "Are You Serious" Sports Network. Mike and Charlie broke down the wide receiver class in the 2026 NFL Draft. Steve and Charlie spoke to Oleh Kosel, a credentialed NBA reporter covering the Pelicans, and Joe DeLeone, an NFL Draft analyst for A to Z Sports.
Hour 1: Is one free agent running back off the board for the Saints?
Mike and Charlie reported on NFL news surrounding Jets RB Breece Hall and Falcons QB Kirk Cousins. Kate Greiner, the Community Affairs Executive Manager for Woodside Energy, joined Sports Talk. Greiner discussed Woodside Energy's massive monetary investment in South Louisiana and LSU athletics. She also praised the strength of LSU's brand. Mike and Charlie broke down the wide receiver class in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Hour 2: Jay Johnson has built a championship culture with championship talent
Mike and Charlie interviewed Blake Ruffino, the founder of the "Are You Serious" Sports Network. Ruffino recapped LSU baseball's red-hot 8-0 start, highlighting their strong weekend at the Jax Baseball Classic, the team's elite lineup, and Jay Johnson's culture-building. Mike, Charlie, and Steve played their daily "Triple Option" segment.
Hour 3: How many NFL teams ACTUALLY need a starting quarterback this offseason?
Steve and Charlie debated the NFL teams in need of a quarterback after reading reports of Kirk Cousins' impending departure from Atlanta. Oleh Kosel, a credentialed NBA reporter covering the Pelicans, joined Sports Talk. Kosel broke down Dejounte Murray's return from a ruptured Achilles tendon after a 13-month recovery. He also reviewed the Pelicans' "up-and-down" play post-All-Star Break and previewed their road trip. Steve and Charlie gave an update on LSU baseball's matchup against McNeese.
Hour 4: Kellen Moore prioritizes college productivity in the NFL Draft
Steve and Charlie gave an update from LSU's matchup against McNeese and listened to Tyler Shough and Kellen Moore's media session with Bleacher Report at the NFL Combine. Joe DeLeone, an NFL Draft analyst for A to Z Sports, joined Sports Talk. DeLeone broke down the wide receivers, quarterbacks, offensive line, and edge rushers in the 2026 NFL Draft.
One of the top three edge rushers could sway the Saints from offense at 8
Joe DeLeone, an NFL Draft analyst for A to Z Sports, joined Sports Talk. DeLeone broke down the wide receivers, quarterbacks, offensive line, and edge rushers in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Jeremiah Fears should be able to learn from Dejounte Murray
Oleh Kosel, a credentialed NBA reporter covering the Pelicans, joined Sports Talk. Kosel broke down Dejounte Murray's return from a ruptured Achilles tendon after a 13-month recovery. He also reviewed the Pelicans' "up-and-down" play post-All-Star Break and previewed their road trip.
Triple Option: Sean Payton, Konnor Griffin, & NFL Combine
Mike, Charlie, and Steve played their daily "Triple Option" segment. Steve reported on Sean Payton's decision to abandon his playcalling duties. Charlie praised the early rise of Pirates star Konnor Griffin. Mike previewed Wednesday's events at the 2026 NFL Combine.
Jake Brown is proving to be the alpha in LSU's lineup
Blake Ruffino, the founder of the "Are You Serious" Sports Network, joined Sports Talk. Ruffino recapped LSU baseball's red-hot 8-0 start, highlighting their strong weekend at the Jax Baseball Classic, the team's elite lineup, and Jay Johnson's culture-building.
The 2026 WR class doesn't have a "superstar," but it's a talented group
Mike and Charlie broke down the wide receiver class in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Woodside Energy is excited to be a part of LSU's tradition and brand
Kate Greiner, the Community Affairs Executive Manager for Woodside Energy, joined Sports Talk. Greiner discussed Woodside Energy's massive monetary investment in South Louisiana and LSU athletics. She also praised the strength of LSU's brand.
Full Show 2-23-26: The US Hockey team perfectly embodied the idea of a "team"
Mike and Charlie celebrated the United States' victory in the Men's Hockey Gold Medal match against Canada. The guys interviewed Zack Nagy, an LSU reporter for Sports Illustrated, David Grubb, the host of "The Post Up" podcast, and legendary defensive line coach Pete Jenkins. Benjamin Robinson, the creator of "Grinding the Mocks," previewed the NFL Combine. Steve and Charlie spoke to Brandon Landsberg, the host of the "Bleav in USA" podcast, and Koki Riley, an LSU baseball beat reporter for The Advocate.
Hour 1: It's not the Miracle on Ice, but the 2026 US Hockey Gold Medal is special
Mike and Charlie celebrated the United States' victory in the Men's Hockey Gold Medal match against Canada. The guys interviewed Zack Nagy, an LSU reporter for Sports Illustrated, and David Grubb, the host of "The Post Up" podcast. Nagy evaluated the former LSU Tiger football players at the NFL Combine and broke down the baseball team's excellent 8-0 start. Grubb reviewed the Pelicans' up-and-down play post All-Star Break, criticizing the team's shooting issues.
Hour 2: Past Jeremiyah Love, who are the best running backs in this draft class?
Mike and Charlie discussed the 2026 NFL Draft's running back class. Legendary defensive line coach Pete Jenkins joined Sports Talk. Coach Jenkins discussed the decline in offensive and defensive line play in college football and the NFL. Coach Jenkins also shared his thoughts on Lane Kiffin's fit as the head football coach at LSU. Mike, Charlie, and Steve played their daily "Triple Option" segment.
Hour 3: LSU's offense is excellent at putting "constant pressure" on opposing staffs
Steve and Charlie discussed their observations from LSU baseball's 8-0 start this season. Benjamin Robinson, the creator of "Grinding the Mocks," joined Sports Talk. Robinson shared his thoughts on LSU corner Mansoor Delane, Oregon tight end Kenyon Sadiq, and the Saints' options with the eighth overall pick. Steve and Charlie listened to Pelicans interim head coach James Borrego's post-practice media availability.
Hour 4: Dejounte Murray wants the Pelicans to be a "team worth watching" in the final stretch
Steve and Charlie listened to Pelicans PG Dejounte Murray's post-practice media availability. The guys interviewed Brandon Landsberg, the host of the "Bleav in USA" podcast, and Koki Riley, an LSU baseball beat reporter for The Advocate. Landsberg praised the US Men's Hockey team for beating Canada in the Olympic Gold Medal match, highlighting Jack Hughes, Connor Hellebuyck, and Team USA's defense. Talk. Riley shared his thoughts on LSU third baseman Trent Caraway, the Tigers' patience at the plate, and pitcher William Schmidt.
LSU's offense was in "midseason form" at the Jax Baseball Classic
Koki Riley, an LSU baseball beat reporter for The Advocate, joined Sports Talk. Riley shared his thoughts on LSU third baseman Trent Caraway, the Tigers' patience at the plate, and pitcher William Schmidt.
The US Hockey team put the rest of the world on notice Sunday
Brandon Landsberg, the host of the "Bleav in USA" podcast, joined Sports Talk. Landsberg praised the US Men's Hockey team for beating Canada in the Olympic Gold Medal match, highlighting Jack Hughes, Connor Hellebuyck, and Team USA's defense.
Borrego: Dejounte Murray has "worked his tail off" to return to the court
Steve and Charlie listened to Pelicans interim head coach James Borrego's post-practice media availability. Borrego discussed point guard Dejounte Murray's impending return to the court.
Mansoor Delane is the Sauce Gardner of this draft class
Benjamin Robinson, the creator of "Grinding the Mocks," joined Sports Talk. Robinson shared his thoughts on LSU corner Mansoor Delane, Oregon tight end Kenyon Sadiq, and the Saints' options with the eighth overall pick.
Triple Option: Michael Pratt, NFL Combine, & Mansoor Delane
Mike, Charlie, and Steve played their daily "Triple Option" segment. Steve reported on former Tulane QB Michael Pratt's professional career. Charlie previewed tomorrow's events at the NFL Combine. Mike evaluated LSU corner Mansoor Delane, a projected top pick in the NFL Draft.
Jenkins: Coach Lane Kiffin is "perfect" for the modern era of college football
Legendary defensive line coach Pete Jenkins joined Sports Talk. Coach Jenkins discussed the decline in offensive and defensive line play in college football and the NFL. Coach Jenkins also shared his thoughts on Lane Kiffin's fit as the head football coach at LSU.
What should Pelican fans expect from Dejounte Murray's return?
David Grubb, the host of "The Post Up" podcast, joined Sports Talk. Grubb reviewed the Pelicans' up-and-down play post All-Star Break. He criticized New Orleans' shooting issues and previewed their upcoming matchup against Golden State.
LSU baseball has balance at the plate AND on the bump
Zack Nagy, an LSU reporter for Sports Illustrated, joined Sports Talk. Nagy evaluated the former Tiger football players at the NFL Combine. He also broke down LSU baseball's excellent 8-0 start this season.
Full Show 2/20/2026: The defensive line is where the money is going to be made for NFL teams next season
On today's show, Jeff Nowak and Charlie Long discuss the New Orleans Pelicans having signed guard Bryce McGowens to a standard three-year NBA contract, the financial guarantee triggers in Zion Williamson's contract, Then Jeff Nowak and Charlie have on Sam Bruchhaus, former Tulane linebacker and data analyst for Sumer Sports, to talk about what data tells us about this year's NFL draft class, Nick Friedell, Audacy NBA insider, to talk about NBA teams intentionally tanking in the final stretch of the season to get a better draft pick.
Hour 2: Tanking NBA Teams Reveal the bad Shape of the NBA
This hour, Jeff Nowak and Charlie Long have on Nick Friedell, Audacy NBA insider, to talk about NBA teams intentionally tanking in the final stretch of the season to get a better draft pick.
The NBA's draft class is so good, teams may consider tanking in the final stretch of the season
Nick Friedell, Audacy NBA insider, joins Jeff Nowak and Charlie Long to talk about NBA teams intentionally tanking in the final stretch of the season to get a better draft pick.
Hour 1: Does the signing of guard Bryce McGowens give you some hope for the Pels?
This hour, Jeff Nowak and Charlie Long talk about the New Orleans Pelicans have signed guard Bryce McGowens to a standard three-year NBA contract and financial gaurntee triggers in Zion Williamson's contract. Then, Sam Bruchhaus, former Tulane linebacker and data analyst for Sumer Sports, joins the show to talk about what data tells us about this year's NFL draft class.
What does the data say about this year's NFL draft class?
Sam Bruchhaus, former Tulane linebacker and data analyst for Sumer Sports, joins Jeff Nowak and Charlie Long to talk about what data tells us about this year's NFL draft class.
Full Show 2-19-26: The power of LSU's brand is undeniable
Mike and Charlie reported on Pelicans PG Dejounte Murray's impending return from a torn Achilles injury. LSU Athletic Director Verge Ausberry joined Sports Talk. Ausberry shared his thoughts on LSU's brand power, the Tigers' new era under Lane Kiffin, Jay Johnson, and Kim Mulkey, and LSU's partnership with Woodside Energy. Mike and Charlie interviewed NFL Draft evaluator Ryan Fowler and Mark Etheridge, a writer for D1Baseball.com. Jeff and Charlie spoke to Glen West, a senior writer for Geaux247 Sports, and Nick Underhill, a Saints reporter for New Orleans.Football.
Hour 1: Lane Kiffin was LSU's "first choice," and they did everything to lock him down
Mike and Charlie reported on Pelicans PG Dejounte Murray's impending return from a torn Achilles injury. LSU Athletic Director Verge Ausberry joined Sports Talk. Ausberry discussed LSU's partnership with Woodside Energy, his new role leading the Tigers' Athletic Department, and the power of the LSU brand. He recapped the process of hiring new Tiger head football coach Lane Kiffin, who was their "first choice" to replace Brian Kelly. Ausberry also praised LSU head baseball coach Jay Johnson and previewed the future of LSU basketball.
Hour 2: The 2026 NFL Draft starts at pick 2
Mike and Charlie interviewed NFL Draft evaluator Ryan Fowler and Mark Etheridge, a writer for D1Baseball.com. Fowler broke down the 2026 Draft class, highlighting the question mark at the second overall pick, Arizona State WR Jordyn Tyson, and Notre Dame RB Jeremiyah Love. Etheridge shared his thoughts on LSU's pitching staff, the Tigers' trip to the Jax Baseball Classic, and catcher Cade Arrambide.
Hour 3: Dejounte Murray is nearing his return to the court for the Pelicans
Jeff and Charlie reported on Pelicans PG Dejounte Murray's impending return to the court. They also reviewed the NBA's recent ideas to combat tanking around the league. Glen West, a senior writer for Geaux247 Sports, joined Sports Talk. West broke down No. 2 LSU baseball's hot start to the season, previewed their challenge at the Jax Baseball Classic, and praised the strength of the bullpen and lineup. Jeff and Charlie discussed the Commanders' decision to cut CB Marshon Lattimore and praised the Saints for winning the trade.
Hour 4: Is Alvin Kamara really a "cut candidate" for the Saints?
Jeff and Charlie reviewed an article that questioned Saints running back Alvin Kamara's future in New Orleans. Nick Underhill, a Saints reporter for NewOrleans.Football, joined Sports Talk. Underhill promoted his new "cap calculator" product and discussed the Saints' "five-year window" to aggressively build around Tyler Shough. Underhill also broke down the Saints' free agency and NFL Draft needs.
The Saints have to be "aggressively responsible" this offseason
Nick Underhill, a Saints reporter for NewOrleans.Football, joined Sports Talk. Underhill promoted his new "cap calculator" product and discussed the Saints' "five-year window" to aggressively build around Tyler Shough. Underhill also broke down the Saints' free agency and NFL Draft needs.