Does ANYBODY Want to Win the NFC South? Six Burning Questions on the Saints and Buccaneers

NFC South remains wide open as the New Orleans Saints and Tampa Bay Buccaneers face major questions ahead of 2026. Can Tyler Shough build on a stellar rookie campaign, or will defensive regression expose the Saints’ lack of star power? The arrival of Travis Etienne and Jordan Tyson brings fresh intrigue, but injury histories and a questionable defense could cap New Orleans’ ceiling.   Tampa Bay’s playoff hopes hang on Baker Mayfield’s ongoing contract drama and Vita Vea’s uncertain future. With Mike Evans gone and Reuben Bain poised as a breakout defensive rookie, will the Buccaneers’ revamped offense and top-tier offensive line be enough? Brian Peacock and Matt Williamson break down coaching hot seats, critical roster changes, and whether either team can grab control of a wide-open division—or fall victim to more offseason turmoil. Are the Bucs still the team to beat, or can the Saints surprise everyone?   Matt Williamson (former NFL and college scout) along with Brian Peacock (football analyst and radio personality) host this national daily NFL podcast with the most up to date news, analysis, trades, rumors, fantasy advice and NFL draft coverage!   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-nfl-6-pack/   Locked On NFL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/nfl/   Follow Brian Peacock and Matt Williamson on Twitter, where they’ll be sharing the latest news about the NFL and talking with fans. Twitter: http://twitter.com/BDPeacock, http://twitter.com/WilliamsonNFL   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!   FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started now.   Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon.   Betterhelp This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at http://BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDON.   FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.