Nick Underhill

Owner & Reporter

Nick has covered the Saints since 2014, except for that one year when he took a very long vacation.

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

New Orleans Saints head coach Kellen Moore answers a question from a reporter at the NFL football annual meetings, Monday, March 30, 2026, in Phoenix.

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Are there any must-draft positions for the Saints?

As the draft rapidly approaches and given the state of the Saints' roster, is there a position the team has to come away with?

April 10, 2026

New Orleans Saints head coach Kellen Moore speaks during a press conference at the NFL football team's training facility in Metairie, La. Thursday, March 12, 2026.

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What's the confidence level in Kellen Moore and the Saints coaching staff entering Year Two?

Kellen Moore and the Saints coaching staff made some major strides last season after starting 1-8. With a year under their belt, what is the confidence level in their abilities in 2026?

April 3, 2026

New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara rushes the ball in the first half of a game against the Washington Football Team, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021, in Landover, Md.

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Heartbreak is on the horizon as end approaches sooner or later for Alvin, Cam

Sports has a funny way of teaching you everything you need to know about life.

April 2, 2026

New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara goes through drills during practice at NFL football minicamp in Metairie, La., Tuesday, June 10, 2025.

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What we're hearing: Kamara's future super unclear, Cam Jordan's door open, Olave extension update

What we're hearing at the NFL meetings...

March 31, 2026

New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara (41) warms up before a preseason NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs in New Orleans, Sunday, Aug. 13, 2023.

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Kellen Moore Addresses Alvin Kamara's Future, Cam Jordan, Chris Olave at NFL Spring Meetings

Here's what he had to say about Alvin Kamara, Cam Jordan, Chris Olave and the quarterback room.

March 30, 2026

What does signing Zach Wilson mean for Spencer Rattler and the Saints' QB room?

Nick and Mike discuss the latest Saints news including Cam Jordan, Kellen Moore and new features at NewOrleans.Football.

March 27, 2026

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

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Chris Olave (12) runs on the field for introductions before the Saints game against the New York Jets in New Orleans.

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What is Chris Olave worth? How he compares to JSN, Garrett Wilson and every receiver who just got paid

Jaxon Smith-Njigba just signed for $42.15 million a year — the richest wide receiver deal in NFL history. Chris Olave is sitting at a negotiating table with the Saints right now. That number matters. So does four years of play-by-play data that says Olave has been outperforming his situation the entire time.

March 23, 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

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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How Travis Etienne will change the Saints' offense

The Saints offense should shift in shape next year.

March 9, 2026

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Demario Davis leaves Saints for Jets in free agency

Davis agrees to 2-year deal to return to former team

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

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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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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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

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

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How Kellen Moore found a rare play design and tailored it to Tyler Shough and the Saints

Kellen Moore is designing his offense to fit Tyler Shough, and it's showcased perfectly in this one play

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

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Building the team around Tyler Shough: What's the perfect plan for the Saints?

The Saints have a massive opportunity ahead of them.

February 12, 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

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

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How would a Derek Carr trade work? Breaking down the scenarios

Are you sitting down?If you’re looking at this on your phone while trying to find your spot on the parade route (sidewalk side until I die), tuck it back in your pocket until you’re set up...

February 8, 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

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Saints rundown: New Orleans definitely got it right by hiring an offensive head coach

Remember last year, that sarcastic graphic I used to base my entire hiring philosophy on? I certainly haven’t. Nope, not once. Actually... can't lie. I still think about that thing from time...

February 5, 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

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

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The league is changing and evolving, and the Saints might have the perfect circumstance to let them lead the way

The Saints have the flexibility to think outside of the box instead of following the herd.

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

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What we're hearing about Saints' plans, Tyler Shough, Taysom Hill and free agents

What's going on at the Senior Bowl? We take you there

January 29, 2026

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Senior Bowl buzz: Early standouts and Saints takeaways

Nick dives into Saints news from the Senior Bowl - Chris Olave's health trending up - Will Demario Davis return to the Saints? - How many blue-chip prospects are in this draft class?

January 29, 2026

Jeff Ireland is looking to hit again in the draft.

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What was The Secret behind Saints draft success last year? Jeff Ireland likes team's future possibilities.

The Saints are back on track.

January 28, 2026

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What we're hearing at the Senior Bowl on the offseason plans, Chris Olave, contract negotiations, more

News and notes from the Senior Bowl

January 28, 2026

New Orleans Saints left tackle Kelvin Banks Jr. lines up against the San Francisco 49ers.

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Kelvin Banks Jr. vs. Will Campbell: Did Saints get the best rookie tackle?

Nick breaks down his biggest takeaways from Championship Weekend. - Where would Saints stack up in this coaching cycle? - Will the NFC be wide open next season? - Why did the Saints trade Rashid Shaheed?

January 26, 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 (6) and wide receiver Chris Olave (12) celebrate after a touchdown.

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Mailbag: What is the right free agency formula for the Saints?

Nick answers your questions about the offseason. - Should the Saints sign Kenneth Walker of draft Jeremiyah Love? - How many primetime games will the Saints play in 2026? - What do NFL contract extension talks actually look like?

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

Should the Saints go for it around Tyler Shough and Chris Olave?

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How aggressive should the Saints be this offseason, and should an open NFL field influence their decisions?

Should the Saints press on the gas this offseason? How much?

January 19, 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

Kellen Moore and the Saints got their injuries under control

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Saints were among the top four teams in NFL at preventing soft-tissue injuries

New Orleans succeeded at accomplishing one of its primary goals.

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