
Episode #77
Who Dat's Next Chapter: 2026 New Orleans Saints Season Preview
A crucial season is underway in New Orleans! Under head coach Kellen Moore, the Saints are out to turn heads and establish a new culture in the NFC South. In this comprehensive 2026-27 New Orleans Saints Season Preview, we break down every angle of the roster and give fans the ultimate guide to Who Dat Nation's ceiling, floor, and postseason outlook. The Offense: Tyler Shough & Dynamic Playmakers: Young quarterback Tyler Shough takes the reins as the full-time starting signal-caller in Year 2. We analyze his development, examine the dynamic backfield pairing of veteran Alvin Kamara and Travis Etienne, and evaluate target distribution to star wideout Chris Olave and tight end Juwan Johnson. Plus, we take a close look at how an offensive line, headlined by the signing of David Edwards, will keep the pocket clean. The Defense: Brandon Staley's Front & Secondary Lockdown: Defensively, coordinator Brandon Staley's unit hopes to build off a solid first season. We spotlight the pass-rushing presence of Chase Young and franchise pillar Cameron Jordan off the edge, examine linebackers Kaden Elliss and Pete Werner, and analyze a secondary feature starring young cornerback Kool-Aid McKinstry and safety Jonas Sanker. Can this unit limit explosive plays to keep New Orleans in tight games? Game-by-Game Schedule & Official Record Predictions: Finally, we pull out the regular-season calendar to deliver our official win-loss predictions. From high-stakes NFC South division battles against the Falcons, Bucs, and Panthers to key conference matchups, we map out the best-case and worst-case record scenarios for the Saints in 2026.

