Mike Triplett

Reporter

Mike covers the Saints for NewOrleans.Football

Articles (50)

Who is the best player in the 2026 NFL Draft class?

Nick and Mike break down the latest Saints news and notes from the NFL Combine. - Which current Saints DB fits best at nickel? - Predicting QB landing spots across the league - Will the rookie linebacker class impact Demario Davis' value?

January 1, 1970

Saints quarterback Tyler Shough (6) looks down field during the third quarter against the Tennessee Titans at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025.

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What could the Saints do in the draft to change a projected win total for this season?

An encore to last year's draft process is just what the Saints need, but how much would that actually move the needle where it counts?

March 27, 2026

LSU cornerback Mansoor Delane (4) goes through workouts with LSU offensive lineman Josh Thompson (56) during their NFL football pro day, Monday, March 23, 2026, in Baton Rouge, La.

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Why Mansoor Delane's pro-day moment was big for Saints, too (whether they draft him or not)

Big Saints contingent was on hand at LSU's pro day as usual on Monday -- though coach Kellen Moore was at Miami as the predraft process ramps up

March 24, 2026

Former Saints Alontae Taylor and Demario Davis left for other teams in free agency

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Updated depth chart: What holes remain, and how should Saints fill them?

We rank the Saints’ biggest remaining needs after the first week of free agency

March 17, 2026

Jaguars running back Travis Etienne Jr. takes a selfie with his brother, Panthers running back Trevor Etienne

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Travis Etienne Jr. back home with Saints: ‘Nothing could’ve stopped me from coming here’

Jennings, Louisiana native never stopped being a Saints fan during his years with Clemson and the Jaguars

March 13, 2026

Aug 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars running back Travis Etienne Jr. (1) leaps to avoid the tackle of New Orleans Saints defensive end Chris Rumph II (98) during the first half at Caesars Superdome.

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Saints free agency rundown: Favorite signings and Biggest surprises

The Saints have been players in free agency, so what's been our favorite adds and biggest surprises thus far?

March 13, 2026

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Why David Edwards checked every box for Saints, and what has led to his career-best stretch

"There was just a profound sense of love and appreciation that I really felt like was the reason for my success in ‘24 and ‘25."

March 13, 2026

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Kellen Moore stays vague on future of Alvin Kamara, Taysom Hill and Cam Jordan

Kamara's status gets cloudier by the week, but nothing definitive yet

March 12, 2026

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Saints 2026 free agency tracker

Running list of all the Saints’ additions and subtractions throughout free agency

March 11, 2026

New (and former) Saints linebacker Kaden Elliss

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Saints bring back linebacker Kaden Elliss

Saints re-sign their former seventh-round draft pick after he spent past three years with rival Falcons

March 10, 2026

Jacksonville Jaguars running back Travis Etienne Jr. (1) runs with the ball against the Houston Texans.

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Did the Saints transform their offense in a matter of hours?

Nick and Mike react to the first day of the legal tampering period. - Saints make splash signings on offense, lose Davis and Taylor - What does signing Travis Etienne mean for Alvin Kamara? - Saints invest in special teams

March 10, 2026

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Saints keep adding to offense with tight end Noah Fant

Saints agree to two-year deal with former first-round pick

March 9, 2026

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Saints agree to deal with free agent guard David Edwards

Former Bills starting left guard was widely considered among the top free agent targets at a "must" position for the Saints

March 9, 2026

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Saints agree to deal with free agent running back Travis Etienne

Saints swing big in the first hours of free agency by signing former Jaguars running back

March 9, 2026

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Saints sign former Tulane, Vikings punter Ryan Wright

Saints make badly-needed investment with four-year, $14 million deal that includes $8M guaranteed

March 9, 2026

New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara carries the ball against the New York Giants.

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The 50% Rule: How the Saints created cap space with Alvin Kamara’s contract

Nick and Mike break down the Saints' latest salary cap news. - What would Cam Jordan testing the market mean for the Saints? - How will the Saints spend their newfound cap space? - Will the Saints' cap management strategy shift?

March 6, 2026

New Orleans Saints tight end Juwan Johnson (83) celebrates with Saints tight end Foster Moreau (87) after scoring a touchdown against the Carolina Panthers.

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What under the radar spots do the Saints need to address in free agency?

There might be glaring needs for the Saints to address in the next several weeks, but what about the under the radar spots to improve?

March 6, 2026

New Orleans Saints tight end Jared Cook (87), quarterback Taysom Hill (7) and guard Cesar Ruiz (51) celebrate a touchdown.

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Saints’ best and worst free agent signings since 2019

Nick and Mike preview free agency. - Should the Saints consider a Marshon Lattimore reunion? - Which defensive linemen should the Saints re-sign? - Who will get paid more in free agency: Alontae Taylor or Rashid Shaheed?

March 4, 2026

Saints quarterback Tyler Shough behind an interior line that needs to be fortified this offseason.

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Ranking Saints needs: Why guard and punter should take center stage this offseason

Part 5 of our annual series ranking the Saints’ position needs from 12-to-1 leading into free agency and the draft

March 3, 2026

New Orleans Saints offensive linemen Cesar Ruiz (51) and Luke Fortner (79) block Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Chris Braswell (43).

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Saints free agency blueprint: Where should they spend first?

Nick and Mike preview the beginning of free agency. - How should the Saints approach each position? - Does linebacker become a top priority without Demario Davis? - How has confidence in the front office shifted?

March 2, 2026

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Who is part of the next wave of Saints leadership if they lose Cam Jordan and Demario Davis?

If Cam Jordan and Demario Davis aren't back in 2026, who ends up being the next leaders for the Saints?

February 27, 2026

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What we learned about the Saints from Kellen Moore's NFL Combine comments

Nick and Mike react to Kellen Moore's NFL Combine availability. - Will training camp look different for the Saints in 2026? - What does the future look like for Bryan Bresee? - Should the Saints want to play in the Hall of Fame Game?

February 26, 2026

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Kellen Moore's Year 2 priorities: Building around Tyler Shough, but also learning from where Saints fell short

Saints news and notes from the NFL scouting combine in Indianapolis

February 26, 2026

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What we're hearing at the combine on ... Derek Carr's future, Demario's market, fifth-year options, a hidden gem, more

Everything we're hearing at the combine.

February 26, 2026

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Do the Saints actually have to spend $50 million this offseason?

Nick and Mike discuss early buzz from the NFL Scouting Combine. - Can the Saints wait until the draft to address receiver? - Explaining the Saints' cash-spending requirement - Temperature check on upcoming free agents

February 25, 2026

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Ranking Saints needs: At least one more wide receiver is a must, but can Saints afford to wait until the draft?

Part 4 of our annual series ranking the Saints’ position needs from 12-to-1 leading into free agency and the draft

February 24, 2026

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What we're hearing at the combine: On the 'spending floor,' prospects with hype, a Chris Olave extension, more

All the buzz from Day 1

February 24, 2026

New Orleans Saints quarterback Tyler Shough lines up under center against the Denver Broncos.

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Did the Saints have the best draft class in the NFL in 2025?

Nick and Mike talk about the draft process. - How does removing positional need take pressure off the front office? - How valuable are combine workouts? - What is the biggest question entering the scouting combine?

February 20, 2026

Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love celebrates a score against Syracuse.

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Ranking Saints needs: Will they feel the Love in the draft? Or should they act even sooner at running back?

Part 3 of our annual series ranking the Saints’ position needs from 12-to-1 leading into free agency and the draft

February 17, 2026

New Orleans Saints cornerback Alontae Taylor sacks Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray.

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Which Saints free agents are the hardest to replace?

Nick and Mike discuss the Saints' upcoming free agent class. - If the Saints could only keep two free agents, who should they be? - Should the Saints pursue Travis Etienne Jr.? - What will be the defining characteristic of the Kellen Moore era?

February 16, 2026

New Orleans Saints quarterback Spencer Rattler

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Playing GM for the Saints: Who are the most tradable assets?

The Saints have a few players who could draw some trade interest, but who are they and what could New Orleans get back?

February 13, 2026

New Orleans Saints quarterback Spencer Rattler throws a pass against the New England Patriots.

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What would it take for the Saints to trade Spencer Rattler?

Nick and Mike discuss the Saints' interesting QB situation. - Reacting to Tyler Shough's MVP odds - Are we underselling Derek Carr's trade value? - Should the Saints extend Chase Young right now?

February 11, 2026

Saints cornerbacks Kool-Aid McKinstry, Alontae Taylor and Quincy Riley celebrate after an interception against the Giants.

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Ranking Saints needs: Will they have to replace Demario Davis, Taysom Hill and Alontae Taylor?

Part 2 of our annual series ranking the Saints’ position needs from 12-to-1 leading into free agency and the draft.

February 10, 2026

Former New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr (4) throws the ball in a game against the New York Giants.

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What could Saints get in a trade for Derek Carr?

Nick and Mike react to Super Bowl LX. - Biggest Super Bowl takeaways and early 2026 predictions - Best landing spots for Derek Carr - Laying the land of the NFC South entering the offseason

February 9, 2026

New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) huddles with his teammates before the start of their game against the Seattle Seahawks.

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What separated Drew Brees as a Hall of Fame leader?

Nick and Mike react to the NFL Honors. - The difference between Brady and Brees - Which Saints have the best odds for future awards? - Should the Saints pursue Maxx Crosby

February 6, 2026

New Orleans Saints defensive end Cameron Jordan

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Playing GM for the Saints: What do you do with Taysom Hill and Cam Jordan?

The Saints are facing a reality where they're going to have to make a decision on what to do with Cam Jordan and Taysom Hill, but it's not totally straightforward.

February 6, 2026

Saints quarterback Drew Brees before Super Bowl XLIV against the Colts in Miami.

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Recalling what made Drew Brees so special now that he’s earned his rightful place in Hall of Fame

Former Saints quarterback was selected for a bronze bust in his first year of eligibility Thursday

February 6, 2026

Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love runs the ball against Navy.

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Reading between the lines of Mickey Loomis’ offseason comments

Nick and Mike discuss Tyler Shough's impact on the Saints' plans. - Saints staff remains mostly intact - Where is the cutoff for Hall of Fame quarterbacks? - Shough goes No. 2 in ESPN redraft

February 4, 2026

Saints quarterback Tyler Shough calls a play at the line of scrimmage at Miami.

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Ranking Saints needs: Life is good when quarterback and OT aren’t on the ‘must’ list

Part 1 of our annual series ranking the Saints’ position needs from 12-to-1 leading into free agency and the draft

February 3, 2026

New Orleans Saints general manager Mickey Loomis and senior personnel advisor Randy Mueller talk on the sideline before a game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

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Saints escaped their salary cap crunch — here’s the path forward

Nick and Mike break down the Saints' path forward. - Saints to play in Paris - 2026 breakout candidates - Shough slides in Rookie of the Year odds

February 2, 2026

New Orleans Saints quarterback Tyler Shough

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What does Tyler Shough change for the Saints this offseason?

Nick and Mike discuss how the Saints should approach the offseason. - What type of receiver do the Saints need? - Which players will sign extensions? - Saints assistants receiving interest: What does it mean?

January 30, 2026

New Orleans Saints linebacker Demario Davis

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Playing GM for the Saints: What should be the approach with Demario Davis?

Hitting the free agent market could be a real possibility for Demario Davis, so should the Saints prevent that at all costs?

January 30, 2026

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Keon Coleman

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Should the Saints really look into adding Keon Coleman or Brandon Aiyuk?

The futures of Brandon Aiyuk and Keon Coleman are most certainly going to be with another team in 2026, so what's the likelihood the Saints check into them?

January 23, 2026

New Orleans Saints quarterback Tyler Shough throws a pass against the Carolina Panthers.

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Do the Saints have a top-12 quarterback situation in the NFL?

Nick and Mike rank the top quarterback situations across the league. - Where do Tyler Shough and Cam Ward fall league-wide? - Which player from the CFP Championship should the Saints target? - Saints make significant strides in injury prevention

January 21, 2026

Saints quarterback Tyler Shough and receiver Chris Olave celebrate a touchdown during the fourth quarter at Tampa Bay.

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Ranking Saints’ roster assets: Arrow is finally pointing up for a change

Our annual ranking of the Saints’ top roster assets – based on talent, age and contract status

January 21, 2026

New Orleans Saints cornerback Quincy Riley (29) lines up across from New England Patriots receiver Kayshon Boutte (9).

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Can the Saints pull a Patriots-style turnaround in 2026?

Nick and Mike discuss the Divisional Round of the NFL playoffs and what the results say about the Saints' future. - Are the Pats the blueprint? - Can Tyler Shough avoid a sophomore slump? - Should the Saints be open to a Rashid Shaheed reunion?

January 19, 2026

New Orleans Saints center Erik McCoy (78) and running back Alvin Kamara (41) celebrate a touchdown against the Arizona Cardinals.

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Do the Saints need to add a starting running back in the offseason?

Nick and Mike breakdown the Saints backfield. - Can New Orleans rely on Alvin Kamara in 2026? - Should fans buy the Tyler Shough hype? - Which injury replacement from 2025 should the Saints bring back?

January 16, 2026

New Orleans Saints cornerback Alontae Taylor

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Playing GM for the Saints: How would you approach the Alontae Taylor situation?

The Saints may not have a ton of big decisions to make in the offseason, but what they do with Alontae Taylor is certainly one of them.

January 16, 2026

New Orleans Saints cornerback Alontae Taylor (1) celebrates with Pete Werner (20) after a sack against the Arizona Cardinals

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Is this the most important Saints offseason of the Mickey Loomis era?

Nick and Mike discuss what's at stake for the Saints this offseason. - Will this offseason look different with coaches in place? - What is the risk of being competitive but not dangerous? - What would a successful season look like in 2026?

January 15, 2026

Saints receivers Chris Olave and Devaughn Vele

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How much will extreme makeover continue for Saints’ receiver room in 2026?

Breaking down a depth chart filled with some fascinating options

January 14, 2026