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Dattitude with Jim Derry

by Jim Derry

Dattitude premiered in September 2021 to focus on what's important to sports fans in and around New Orleans and south Louisiana, including the Saints, NFL, LSU, Pelicans and more. Host Jim Derry brings more than 3 1/2 decades 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."

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  1. Is Gayle Benson's message an ultimatum to Saints brass? Rod Walker on Ep. 551

    So far, 2026 has been one big, fat disappointment for New Orleans #Saints fans. Apparently, that includes owner Gayle Benson. Did she just serve notice to General Manager Mickey Loomis and Coach Kellen Moore? We ask NOLA.com columnist Rod Walker and Saints editor Zach Ewing on Thursday's…

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  2. Saints finish winless 3-game homestand for first time since 2014; Is Lane Kiffin honeymoon over? Ep. 550

    It was one of the worst weekends for local football in some time, as the New Orleans #Saints finished a 3-game Dome losing streak, and #LSU and the Lane Train stalled in Kentucky. We gave the Who Dats a chance to let loose of their frustrations on Monday's Dattitude (Ep. 550) presented by...

  3. How much has Saints loss to Falcons changed minds of Who Dats? Jeff Duncan, Zach Ewing on Ep. 549

    The New Orleans #Saints laid a big, fat egg on Monday Night Football vs. their hated rivals. Now what with the undefeated Minnesota Vikings coming to town? We ask NOLA.com columnist Jeff Duncan and Saints editor Zach Ewing for their thoughts on Thursday's Dattitude (Ep. 549) presented by…

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  4. How will Saints handle emotions of MNF game and being without Travis Etienne? Ep. 547

    The New Orleans #Saints big offseason signing was RB Travis Etienne, and now he's out for who knows how long? Will Alvin Kamara and Kendre Miller be able to pick up the slack vs. the Atlanta Falcons on Monday night, or will Tyler Shough have to throw it 50 times? We'll ask FOX-8 Sports' Garland...

  5. Saints magic runs out in 35-27 loss to Raiders in home opener, and the Dat Family had plenty to say on Ep. 546

    Through most of the third quarter, it seemed as if the New Orleans #Saints were up to their second-half tricks and playing their best football ... But then? A highly controversial call sparked a downward spiral, and the Black and Gold never recovered in a 35-27 loss to the Las Vegas Raiders. We...

  6. Saints have surprised many, but how big are OL issues? And LSU vs. A&M an elimination game? Ep. 544

    Either the #Saints will be 2-1 following Sunday's Dome opener or the Las Vegas Raiders will be 3-0. What gives? Are these teams for real? And what about LSU vs. Texas A&M in what amounts to an elimination game Saturday in Baton Rouge? We ask football analyst Lester Ricard and NOLA.com's Zach…

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  7. Is Saints shocking victory over Ravens their best since Drew Brees left? Ep. 543

    For the second straight week to start the season, the New Orleans Saints came back from a double-digit deficit on the road against a playoff-caliber team. This time, Tyler Shough, Chase Young and the Black and Gold finished the deal with a 24-17 win at the Baltimore Ravens. Has your opinion on…

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  8. Will Sam Leavitt play for LSU vs. Ole Miss? And Keys for Saints at Ravens on Ep. 541

    Late Wednesday, the LSU injury report was released with QB Sam Leavitt listed as doubtful. What does that mean for the Tigers' chances in Coach Lane Kiffin’s return to Ole Miss? We'll ask NOLA.com's Zach Ewing on Thursday's Dattitude (Ep. 541) presented by Evangeline Securities. We'll also talk...

  9. Will Sam Leavitt play for LSU vs. Ole Miss? Keys for Saints at Ravens, and NFL, NCAAF picks on Ep. 541

    Late Wednesday, the LSU injury report was released with QB Sam Leavitt listed as doubtful. What does that mean for the Tigers' chances in Coach Lane Kiffin’s return to Ole Miss? We'll ask NOLA.com's Zach Ewing on Thursday's Dattitude (Ep. 541) presented by Evangeline Securities. We'll also talk...

  10. Furious Saints comeback falls short at Detroit in 31-30 season-opening loss to Lions. Our reaction on Ep. 540

    The wild ride we expect in 2026 began Sunday with the #Saints 31-30 overtime loss to the Lions, but do we believe in moral victories? Is Tyler Shough's performance a microcosm of what we'll see all season long? How bad was the overturn of the defensive TD? Intent? Say what? We have plenty to talk...

  11. Tribute to Mike Detillier, talking Saints opener with Mike Hoss & Zach Ewing on Ep. 538

    Southern Louisiana suffered a devastating blow this past week, as we lost one a cherished icon in football analyst Mike Detillier. We'll go through some of our favorite moments with him and welcome in Mike Hoss, the voice of the Saints. Also, we'll talk Saints opener at Detroit and LSU craziness...

  12. Previewing LSU vs. Clemson, Tulane vs. Duke; Saints youth and NFL & CFB Week 1 picks on Ep. 537

    Lots to talk about as LSU is set to open the Lane Kiffin era on Saturday vs. Clemson. Also, we'll focus on the Saints youth movement at WR. Lastly, we'll make our season picks for the NFL playoffs and Super Bowl LXI. Saints editor Zach Ewing and the Pick Em Crew is here on Thursday's Dattitude…

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  13. Thoughts on Saints moves and cuts to get to 53, as LSU and Tulane prepare for Week 1 on Ep. 536

    The Saints made some interesting cuts and moves on the way from 81 players to 53. Also, the team's first-round pick, Jordyn Tyson, is on IR, and RB Devin Neal is out for the season. We asked the Dat Family what they think on Monday's Dattitude (Ep. 536) presented by Evangeline Securities. We also...

  14. Kellen Moore sitting Saints starters, NFC South picks and Lane Kiffin vs. SEC on Ep. 535

    The #Saints starters have almost solely been on the sideline for the first 2 preseason games. It will be a similar situation for the final game Friday vs. Dallas? Right move? Who is going to win the kicker and QB2 battles? Let's talk to Saints editor Zach Ewing on Thursday's Dattitude (Ep. 535)...

  15. Saints reserves lay egg in preseason game vs. Rams ... What is level of concern? Ep. 534

    There was almost nothing to like from the #Saints on Saturday in their worst preseason loss in 30 years. Zach Wilson? Awful. Spencer Rattler? Head-scratching. The defense? Horrendous. Is this a throwaway game or a sign of things to come? We asked Who Dats what they thought on Monday's Dattitude...

  16. Injuries pile up for Saints ... How will that affect early part of season? And AFC & NFC North picks on Ep. 533

    Last week, we said it's only August and not to worry about the #Saints injuries. Well, one week later we almost can field a team with the list of walking wounded. How long will these injuries linger, and is there something more we should be worried about? We chat on Thursday's Dattitude (Ep. 533)...

  17. Overreaction to Tyson injury; Wilson vs. Rattler for Saints QB2; Means, Palmer impress at WR on Ep. 532

    Few are surprised #Saints first-round draft pick Jordyn Tyson is on the shelf with a hamstring injury, but how bad is it? What's the level of concern among Who Dats? That's the lead on Monday's Dattitude (Ep. 532) presented by Evangeline Securities. We also review the Saints' loss to the Jaguars…

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  18. Who Dats worry about Saints training camp reports & AFC / NFC West picks on Ep. 531

    We have heard plenty this week that the #Saints offense is way behind the defense. Our response is: It's August … Chill out. We'll talk about it and other camp updates on Thursday's Dattitude (Ep. 531) presented by Evangeline Securities, as the Saints prep for the Jacksonville Jaguars in their...

  19. Best of Drew Brees HOF speech; Saints news of Dillon Radunz out for season on Ep. 530

    Drew Brees had Who Dats across America crying like babies with his epic Hall of Fame speech Saturday. We'll re-live it and maybe show a picture or two of Dat Family members who were in Canton on Monday's Dattitude (Ep. 530) presented by Evangeline Securities. Also, the New Orleans #Saints lose...

  20. It's Drew Brees' big weekend, Saints camp update & NFC, AFC East picks with Zach Ewing on Ep. 529

    The greatest player in the history of the New Orleans #Saints enters the Pro Football Hall of Fame this weekend, and we'll look back on his career with NOLA.com Saints editor Zach Ewing. What are your favorite Brees memories? We'll also have Saints camp updates on Thursday's Dattitude (Ep. 529)...

  21. Saints pay Chris Olave Top 10 WR money and Ja'Lynn Polk abruptly retires on Ep. 528

    The New Orleans #Saints and WR1 Chris Olave agree to a 4-year extension that places him in the top 10 among all pass catchers in contracts. Was it a good deal? And those high hopes for WR Ja'Lynn Polk? Gone in a hurry when team places him on retired/reserved list. Let's talk about it on Monday's...

  22. Bresee out for season, Olave sit in, AK41 and Loomis speak - Zach Ewing on Ep. 527

    The New Orleans #Saints have opened training camp for 2026, and while General Manager Mickey Loomis is optimistic, already the team is dealing with its first major injury. DL Bryan Bresee likely is out for the season with a torn ACL - how will this affect plans going forward? NOLA.com's Zach…

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  23. Wrapping up our 'Most Important Saints in 2026' series & Tyler Shough's NFL rank on Ep. 526

    We wrap up our 5-week series of picking our 15 Most Important #Saints in 2026 with the top 3: Tyler Shough (duh), Chase Young and Erik McCoy. We also ask the audience, who was the most underrated player on our entire list? Let's get to it on our last Mano E Monday before the start of training…

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  24. Saints Training Camp 2026 preview with Mike Detillier on Ep. 525

    Less than one week from today, the 2026 New Orleans #Saints will be on the field to start training camp. What are realistic expectations? Is this the beginning of the end of 'football purgatory?' Let's ask the expert! WWL Radio football analyst Mike Detillier is here for Thursday's Dattitude (Ep....

  25. Chris Olave, Travis Etienne, Kaden Elliss and Saints Trivia Time with Jim Rapier on Ep. 524

    WR Chris Olave, RB Travis Etienne and LB Kaden Elliss are atop Part 4 of our 5-week series announcing our 15 Most Important #Saints in 2026. What order would you put them in? And are you ready for some trivia with our Saints historian Jim Rapier? It's another Mano E Monday on Dattitude (Ep. 524)...

  26. Alvin Kamara reworks contract with Saints, so is everyone happy again? Doug Mouton joins Ep. 523

    The debate seems to be over: Alvin Kamara almost surely will return to the New Orleans Saints. But how will it work now that AK41 is making less money and will be the team's RB2? Let's get into it with WWL-TV sports director Doug Mouton on Thursday's Dattitude (Ep. 523) presented by Evangeline...

  27. David Edwards, Justin Reid and Kelvin Banks in Part 3 of 5 'Most Important Saints in 2026' on Ep. 522

    LG David Edwards, S Justin Reid and LT Kelvin Banks headline Part 3 of our 5-week series announcing our 15 Most Important #Saints in 2026. That's how we spent most of our Mano E Monday edition of Dattitude (Ep. 522) presented by Evangeline Securities. We also shared our thoughts on the Seahawks...

  28. What is level of concern for Saints 'injury-prone' players? Zach Ewing on Ep. 521

    Erik McCoy. Julian Blackmon. Alvin Kamara. Chase Young. Now, Jordyn Tyson. There are more, but is there a specific member of the New Orleans #Saints 'injury-prone' list they can't do without? That's the lead topic with NOLA.com Saints editor Zach Ewing on Thursday's Dattitude (Ep. 521) presented…

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  29. Taliese Fuaga, Julian Blackmon and Jordyn Tyson continue or 'Most Important Saints' list on Ep. 520

    RT Taliese Fuaga, S Julian Blackmon and rookie WR Jordyn Tyson headline Part 2 of our 5-week series announcing our 15 Most Important #Saints in 2026. What do you think of this group, and what order would you put them in? Time to talk on another Mano E Monday edition of Dattitude (Ep. 520)…

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  30. Who will throw for the most yards in the NFC South? Fletcher Mackel joins Ep. 519

    It might seem like an easy question to some, but let's dive into what the numbers say and figure out who we think is the best quarterback in the NFC South. #Saints Tyler Shough? Bryce Young? Baker Mayfield? Michael Penix? We ask the newly crowned 'Sportscaster of the Year,' Fletcher Mackel of...

  31. 15 Most Important Saints of 2026 - Who are Nos. 15, 14 and 13? Ep. 518

    We begin our 5-week series announcing our '15 Most Important Saints in 2026,' and we begin with EDGE Carl Granderson, TE Juwan Johnson and CB Kool-Aid McKinstry. Did we get it right? What order would you put them in? Let's talk about it on another Mano E Monday edition of Dattitude (Ep. 518)...

  32. With one month to go before Saints open training camp, what are biggest questions? Ep. 517

    It's one month until the New Orleans #Saints report for camp, so what are our top questions? Will Tyler Shough progress in Year 2? Will Alvin Kamara be here? How do the rookies look so far? We're back! We have plenty to say on Friday's Dattitude (Ep. 517) presented by Evangeline Securities,...

  33. Way too early Saints predictions, and why did Jim get blocked by AK41? Zach Ewing on Ep. 516

    In our last show before vacation, let's make some way-too-early #Saints predictions for win totals, Tyler Shough, Chris Olave, Jordyn Tyson and Travis Etienne. NOLA.com's Zach, Gabe and UBN will be here for Friday's Dattitude (Ep. 516) presented by Evangeline Securities. And Jim wants to know why…

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  34. Who could be top low-key target for Tyler Shough? Oscar Delp? Devaughn Vele? Ja'Lynn Polk? Eric Asher on Ep. 515

    We all know Chris Olave and Juwan Johnson will be the top receiving options for the #Saints and Tyler Shough. But who's behind that? DeVaughn Vele? Ja'Lynn Polk? Oscar Delp? Let's ask local radio icon Eric Asher on Wednesday's edition of Dattitude (Ep. 515) presented by Evangeline Securities.

  35. Are Saints fans overlooking importance of Travis Etienne? Ep. 514

    It seems like all the talk for #Saints fans at running back the past month or so is whether Alvin Kamara will be here. Do we forget about lead back Travis Etienne? What can he do for this team in his first year? We asked the Dat Fam on a Mano E Monday Dattitude (Ep. 514) presented by Evangeline...

  36. Would Alvin Kamara word as an RB2 for Saints? Zach Ewing on Ep. 513

    It sounds simple. Alvin Kamara is older, and with Travis Etienne in the fold, just give him fewer reps, and he'll be his former, younger self. Will it work? Is it really that easy? What's best for the #Saints? Let's ask NOLA.com's Zach Ewing on Friday's Dattitude (Ep. 513) presented by Evangeline...

  37. Saints getting younger and faster, as Alvin Kamara shows up at OTAs. Lester Ricard on Ep. 512

    Saints getting younger and faster, as Alvin Kamara shows up at OTAs. Lester Ricard on Ep. 512 by Jim Derry

  38. Tyler Shough to Chris Olave could be longtime duo for Saints if they can get deal done on Ep. 511

    As wide receiver Chris Olave and the New Orleans #Saints work on a longtime extension, he could be a partner for Tyler Shough for quite some time. That could be great news for Who Dats, and that's the lead topic on Mano E Monday's Dattitude (Ep. 511) presented by Evangeline Securities.

  39. Saints OTAs have begun. so what are we looking at most? Zach Ewing on Ep. 510

    The New Orleans #Saints have wrapped up their first week of OTAs, so what are the storylines thus far? How does Tyler Shough look? No. 1 pick Jordyn Tyson? NOLA.com's Zach Ewing is here for his usual Friday segment on Dattitude (Ep. 510) presented by Evangeline Securities.

  40. Derek Carr speaks out ... What did he regret most about time in New Orleans? Ep. 509

    Derek Carr has been gone from the New Orleans #Saints for more than a year, and he's finally opening up about what he would have done differently. We'll talk about that on the Wednesday edition of Dattitude (Ep. 509) presented by Evangeline Securities with Jim's old friend and Saints historian…

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  41. Youth movement for Saints means saying goodbye to cherished players - Zach Ewing on Ep. 508

    The New Orleans #Saints clearly have a strategy to get younger, and they're very unapologetic about it. Is it going to be tough for fans to let go of all-time greats such as Alvin Kamara, Cam Jordan and Taysom Hill? It's Friday, so NOLA.com's Zach Ewing is here for Dattitude (Ep. 508) presented…

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  42. Who is Pelicans coach Jamahl Mosley? Is Taysom Hill's NFL career over? David Grubb on Ep. 507

    The New Orleans Pelicans hired a new coach, so the question is: Who is Jamahl Mosley? What can he bring to the team? Also, has Taysom Hill played his final down for the New Orleans #Saints ... maybe the #NFL? David Grubb is here for Wednesday's Dattitude (Ep. 507) presented by Evangeline Securities.

  43. Pelicans hire new coach and we say hello to International Saints Fan of Year on Ep. 506

    The New Orleans Saints have just one primetime game in 2026, although the other 3 teams in the weak NFC South each have 3. What's up with that? And what's the story of the Saints-Falcons MNF game this year? Let's discuss it on Monday's Dattitude (Ep. 506) presented by Evangeline Securities. We…

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  44. Breaking down Saints schedule with Zach Ewing on Ep. 505

    The New Orleans #Saints schedule is out for the 2026 NFL season, and while it starts really tough, there also are some breaks in there, as well. Let’s break it down with Zach Ewing of NOLA.com on Friday’s Dattitude (Ep. 505) presented by Evangeline Securities, as we also take comments and…

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  45. Devin 'Hold the Mayo' Snow talks State of the Saints and Schedule Week on Ep. 504

    The New Orleans Saints will officially find out all the whos, whens and wheres of their 2026 #NFL schedule on Thursday, including a game in Paris against the Pittsburgh Steelers. We talk about the best-case and worst-case scenarios with Devin 'Hold the Mayo' Snow on a special Dattitude (Ep. 504)...

  46. What's the ceiling for Saints in 2026, and more Kamara talk on Ep. 503

    The New Orleans #Saints and the rest of the #NFL are right in between the end of the 2025 season and the beginning of the 2026 campaign and release of the schedule this week, it's time to focusing solely on the future. What's the ceiling for the Saints in 2026? That's the hot topic on Monday's...

  47. Saints begin rookie minicamp, Alvin Kamara talk and news on Taysom Hill? Zach Ewing on Ep. 502

    We'll get our first look at the newest #Saints, as Jordyn Tyson, Christen Miller and the rest of the rookie class steps onto the practice field in Metairie for the first time. Will there be any surprises? What should we expect? We'll talk to our Friday friend, Zach Ewing of NOLA.com on Dattitude...

  48. Is Alvin Kamara coming back? What did he say, and what did his former teammate say? Ep. 501

    For the first time in quite some time, New Orleans #Saints all-time running back Alvin Kamara spoke publicly. Did he say anything about his own future with the Black and Gold, and did his former teammate, Tyrann Mathieu, shed some light on the situation? That's the lead topic on Wednesday's...

  49. Celebrating 500th episode with Stan Verrett, Mike Detillier, Zach Ewing and gang talking football

    It's a special episode, so today's Saints talk will be more than what the Black and Gold has done in the #NFL Draft and in free agency. Ex-ESPN anchor and New Orleanian Stan Verrett - along with football analyst extraordinaire Mike Detillier - are here on Friday's Dattitude (Ep. 500) presented by...

  50. Did the Saints Bring in 3 Defensive Starters? Jeff Duncan joins Ep. 499

    Under the radar, the New Orleans #Saints may have changed the landscape on their defense a bit by bringing in Tyree Wilson, Martin Emerson and Anfernee Jennings. Let's ask Times-Picayune sports columnist Jeff Duncan on Wednesday's Dattitude (Ep. 499) presented by Evangeline Securities. We'll also...

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Dattitude premiered in September 2021 to focus on what's important to sports fans in and around New Orleans and south Louisiana, including the Saints, NFL, LSU, Pelicans and more. Host Jim Derry brings more than 3 1/2 decades 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."

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