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Sports Zone Podcast: Prep football is battered, but not broken after Ida

Welcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, a high school football team – battered by Ida, but not broken. Their coach said this is a group that still has plenty of juice, even if their abode does not. Tulane breaks out the old helmets to celebrate their SEC football titles. But, can the new era Green Wave produce a rebelling outcome against the University of Mississippi? And a Texan-turned-Saint – says his ...

Friday Night Football Podcast: Post-Show on Facebook Live

Welcome to Friday Night Football presented by the Allstate Sugar Bowl post-show audio from Facebook Live. Watch Friday Night Football at 11 p.m. on NOLA 38 'The CW' every Friday night and again at midnight on WGNO-ABC 26.

Friday Night Football Podcast: Delayed start to local prep season finally kicks off despite destruction caused by Hurricane Ida

With Southeast Louisiana still reeling in the aftermath of Hurricane Ida, the local high school football season got underway on Friday after most schools missing the opening week. Friday Night Football, presented by the Allstate Sugar Bowl, is also back after an unexpected week off as the 30th season continues with a jam-packed preview show hosted by Ed Daniels and Coach JT Curtis.

Sports Zone Podcast: Another chance for Saints to make NOLA happy after hurricane

Welcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, The Saints are in Florida against the Packers ... it's another chance for New Orleans to make its fans happy after a major storms smacks our coast. Our esteemed panel picks the game and answers the question" 'Will the Saints put on for their city?" LSU Football: McNeese is the next opponent, but fans are still looking back. Did that really happen at the Rose Bowl? ...

Friday Night Football Podcast: Jamborees kickoff as Hurricane Ida kicks in

Welcome to the Friday Night Football Podcast. The 30th season of Friday Night Football is underway, despite the fourth surge of COVID-19 and the looming presence of Hurricane Ida, which saw some New Orleans-area jamborees canceled prior to the storm's expected landfall on Sunday. Tune in to Friday Night Football presented by the Allstate Sugar Bowl with hosts Ed Daniels and JT Curtis for all your local scores, highlights and special stories from around New Orleans and Southeast Lo...

Sports Zone Podcast: Ida catches Saints by surprise, and will LSU come 'roaring' back in 2021?

Welcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In the WGNO Sports Zone, Saints head coach Sean Payton is busy working hard, so much so, that a tropical system nearly caught him by surprise. Do the Saints have a contingency practice plan? ABC and ESPN analyst Kirk Herbstreit says 2020 was an outlier. Look for roaring Tigers in 2021. But, he also has a warning! Eight days before LSU's opener, we look for a break-out Tiger. And, ...

Friday Night Football Podcast: 30th Season Preview Show

Friday Night Football kicks off its 30th season with a jam-packed preview show with hosts Ed Daniels and JT Curtis. Watch Friday Night Football at 11 p.m. on NOLA 38 'The CW' every Friday night and again at midnight on WGNO-ABC 26.

Sports Zone Podcast: Which Saint impresses the most this preseason?

Welcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. If you are expecting the Saints defense to take a dip, think again. The WGNO sports team talks about one of the most underrated parts of the Saints success and how crucial it is this season. Who is the most impressive in black and gold this summer? The LSU Tigers count down to UCLA. Do the Bruins have an advantage over LSU that is overlooked? A Patriot-turned-Colonel on being home...

Sports Zone Podcast: Are the Saints and Michael Thomas headed toward divorce?

Welcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, The Saints quarterback battle nears the top of the stretch. Is the two or the seven in front, and can either state their case Saturday night in Baltimore? The Saints and Michael Thomas – if its divorce, how soon? Or can a burned bridge somehow be rebuilt? Good to great – how do you do it, uptown? We talk Green Wave football with their sideline reporter of a dozen...

Sports Zone: Opening week of Saints training camp

One week after the opening of the New Orleans Saints training camp, what do the quarterbacks and the decision maker have to say about their on-going battle? From the happy-go-lucky Jameis Winston to the more reticent Taysom Hill, the Saints try to sort out their starter – and we discuss. Myles Brennan is out indefinitely, so its LSU quarterbacking to the max – and a bunch of  other questions. Tulane opens fall camp. How much will Michael Pratt's touchdown pass number grow in 2021...

Sports Zone: No No.9 in Saints camp this year

Welcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, Saints training camp kicks off and for the first time since 2005, Drew Brees is not there to take the first snaps. So it will be either Jameis Winston or Taysom Hill, and head coach Sean Payton says both will get ample opportunity. We talk Tulane football and Pelicans basketball. All this and a lot more. The Sports Zone Podcast is also available via Apple Podcast...

Sports Zone: LSU athletes are cashing in on 'Name, Image & Likeness'

Welcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, the Red River Shootout may have a new home, the Southeastern Conference. What does does Oklahoma and Texas perhaps bolting for the SEC mean for the wide world of college football? 'Name, Image and Likeness,' LSU athletes are cashing in. A well known Baton Rouge radio host is helping lead the charge. The Southland Conference is ready to flip the switch back to fall ...

Sports Zone Podcast: Demario Davis inspires, Kim Mulkey one-on-one, Nicholls' announcer to make Olympic debut

Welcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, WGNO Sports Director Ed Daniels sits down Kim Mulkey to discuss her decision to be the women's head basketball coach at LSU. "This school really wants you. People want you, and if you fall flat on your face, at least you are home," – Mulkey A former Lakeshore Titan involved in a tragic accident over a year ago meets the Saint who inspired him to stay strong. "You ...

Sports Zone Podcast: LB Demario Davis talks Saints 2021 season

Welcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, a Saints linebacker talks faith in a higher power, and in the Saints 2021 season. Is Demario Davis one of the club's best ever free agent pick ups? Our illustrious panel weighs in. 'Name, image, and likeness' – the bidding war kicks off. Is it nearly as big as advertised? One thing's for sure – the ruling body of college sports, gets a beatdown. A Tulane hurler ...

Sports Zone Podcast: 'Hail State,' 'Lion up,' and 'Hello somebody'

Welcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, do we dare say in Louisiana – "Hail State!" What that CWS title means for our neighbors in maroon. Closer to home, a former Southeastern star "Lions up" to reach the Olympics. The LSU Tigers are ready to get back to their winning ways in 2021, that's according to our guest – a member of the 2007 national champions. We call him "Big Fav." And he's the real big mon...

Sports Zone Podcast: 'Name, Image and Likeness' in college athletics

Welcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, we discuss a hot topic in college athletics – name, image, and likeness. If approved nationwide – how some coaches feel it will be handled locally? Tulane football head coach Willie Fritz stops by the Spots Zone for an in-depth discussion with WGNO's Ed Daniels. The New Orleans Saints prepare for their first training camp without Drew Brees... Why a rejuvenated Ca...

Sports Zone Podcast: Stan Van Gundy is out, Ron Hunter signs extension

Welcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. The Pelicans will have a different coach for the third straight year. Stan Van Gundy is out. How much did the team's superstar forward have to do with that? Meanwhile, Tulane men's basketball coach Ron Hunter begins his third season with a contract extension in hand. Coach Hunter talks about the transfer portal and why the Green Wave are ready to win. Plus, host Ed Daniels’ ‘Ed-i...

Sports Zone Podcast: Bobby Hebert, John Brady, Tim Floyd and more

Welcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, LSU wins four in a row in Oregon. Two coaches born in Mississippi, but with Louisiana running through their veins... our interview with former LSU head coach John Brady and former UNO and Hornets coach Tim Floyd. As well as Meghan Payton's chat with former Saints quarterback Bobby Hebert. Plus, host Ed Daniels’ ‘Ed-itorial’ and final rants. The Sports Zone Podcas...

Sports Zone Podcast: Drew Brees talks life after football

Welcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, Drew Brees spent many years answering to Sean Payton. Now the newly retired quarterback answers to Meghan Payton. Hear her one-on-one with Brees talking life after football. The LSU Tigers make the cut and kick off regional play in Eugene, Oregon. Less than a month after the state baseball tournament, Legion baseball is back. How last year's successful run set the...

Sports Zone Podcast: BTS with the Saints/Pelicans production team

Welcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, Paul Mainieri says he will be retiring after the Tigers’ 2021 season. Now it’s just a matter of when that could be. Is their resume impressive enough to earn them a spot in the field of 64? Plus, TJ Finley is taking his talents to Auburn. The former Ponchatoula quarterback talks the attraction that led him to his transfer destination. Meghan Payton introduces us ...

Sports Zone Podcast: New Orleans Pelicans, Southeastern baseball and Taysom exclusive

Welcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, we look at Taysom Hill's battle for the Saints starting quarterback job, and Hill tells Meghan Payton he's climbed big mountain's before. The Pelicans grounded for the playoffs, and the big boss knows why. And Southeastern is home in the postseason. What are the chances of a ‘Lion Up’ in Southland Tournament? Plus, host Ed Daniels’ ‘Ed-itorial’ and final rants. T...

Sports Zone Podcast: Jameis Winston talks crucial year for Saints, career

Welcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, you thought Jameis Winston answered to one Payton? Guess again. He fields questions from our Meghan Payton as he talks about a crucial year for the black and gold, and Winston's NFL career. He resides in beautiful Tangipahoa Parish, but this week, our Richie Mills is on the road – again – we'll check in from Sulphur, La., where Rich previews Jesuit's hopes for their...

Friday Night Fastball: Entering the final stretch!

One of the three pillars of the WGNO Sports ‘Friday Night’ series, which includes Friday Night Football and Friday Night Sports, Friday Night Fastball returns this week. WGNO sports director Ed Daniels is once again joined on the desk by Delgado Athletic Director and head baseball coach Joe Scheuermann in the fifth and final episode in 2021 showcasing prep highlights, school spotlights and human interest stories on everything New Orleans baseball related. Watch Friday Night Fastba...

FRIDAY NIGHT FASTBALL: Entering the final stretch!

One of the three pillars of the WGNO Sports ‘Friday Night’ series, which includes Friday Night Football and Friday Night Sports, Friday Night Fastball returns this week. WGNO sports director Ed Daniels is once again joined on the desk by Delgado Athletic Director and head baseball coach Joe Scheuermann in the fifth and final episode in 2021 showcasing prep highlights, school spotlights and human interest stories on everything New Orleans baseball related. Watch Friday Night Fastba...

Sports Zone Podcast: Pelicans, Saints and Manning – oh my!

Welcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, Arch Manning is a long way from a college choice ... but he does have a list of visits set for the summer. The Pelicans have a handful of games left, but after more than 60 games, its time for our panel to weigh in – has Stan made the right plan? St. Paul's in the playoffs, a team with a host of forfeits, but still in the playoffs ... is there anything wrong with t...

Friday Night Fastball: Prep baseball playoffs underway

One of the three pillars of the WGNO Sports ‘Friday Night’ series, which includes Friday Night Football and Friday Night Sports, Friday Night Fastball returns this week. WGNO sports director Ed Daniels is once again joined on the desk by Delgado Athletic Director and head baseball coach Joe Scheuermann in the fourth of five weekly episodes showcasing prep highlights, school spotlights and human interest stories on everything New Orleans baseball related. Watch Friday Night Fastbal...

Sports Zone Podcast: Saints sold on NFL Draft first rounder – are you?

Welcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. This season, at 5800 Airline Drive, there will be two Payton's in the building. Sean is obviously sold on turner – but did the Saints reach for this Houston defensive end? In the first round, Louisiana, a small state, shows it very large football presence. From Amite (DeVonta Smith), from Jennings (Travis Etienne), and from Rummel (Ja'Marr Chase), Louisiana's football pedigree show...

Friday Night Fastball: Catholic League baseball steals the show

One of the three pillars of the WGNO Sports ‘Friday Night’ series, which includes Friday Night Football and Friday Night Sports, Friday Night Fastball returns this week. WGNO sports director Ed Daniels is once again joined on the desk by Delgado Athletic Director and head baseball coach Joe Scheuermann in the third of five weekly episodes showcasing prep highlights, school spotlights and human interest stories on everything New Orleans baseball related. Watch Friday Night Fastball...

Sports Zone Podcast: Brees analysis on Saints QB competition

Welcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. Drew Brees leaves football for the broadcast booth, and in this episode, he gives his first analysis of the Saints upcoming quarterback competition, and what the Saints must do for the quarterback they choose to run the offense. The NFL Draft is less than a week away. do the Saints even contemplate drafting a quarterback high? The man who will lead ABC's draft coverage chimes in. A...

Friday Night Fastball: Baseball happened this week!

One of the three pillars of the WGNO Sports ‘Friday Night’ series, which includes Friday Night Football and Friday Night Sports, Friday Night Fastball returns this week. WGNO sports director Ed Daniels is once again joined on the desk by Delgado Athletic Director and head baseball coach Joe Scheuermann in the second of five weekly episodes showcasing prep highlights, school spotlights and human interest stories on everything New Orleans baseball related. Watch Friday Night Fastbal...

Sports Zone Podcast: The Extraordinary Story of former Karr Cougar –Santee Marshall

Welcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, a former Karr Cougar not only shocks the world, but shocks Coach 'Prime' as well. In the upcoming draft, Santee Marshall's agent says why this former Karr Cougar is not to be overlooked. A former ace pitcher – whose major league dreams didn't work out – all for good reason. The pelicans are running out of home games, and they are losing the battle at the three poin...

Friday Night Fastball: NOLA Baseball is alive and well!

One of the three pillars of the WGNO Sports 'Friday Night' series, which includes Friday Night Football and Friday Night Sports, Friday Night Fastball returns this week. WGNO sports director Ed Daniels is once again joined on the desk by Delgado Athletic Director and head baseball coach Joe Scheuermann in the first of five weekly episodes showcasing prep highlights, school spotlights and human interest stories on everything New Orleans baseball related. This week, WGNO is catching...

Sports Zone Podcast: LSU Football on hot seat

Welcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, LSU athletic officials tell state legislators ‘no thanks’ when it comes to testifying in front of them, and Ed Orgeron has a brief statement for the media. LSU spring football, overshadowed by all the controversey. but, at some point, the games will begin and Coach O will pick a quarterback. There is no quarterback controversy at Tulane – but suddenly as spring end...

Sports Zone Podcast: Pro Days

Welcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, the WGNO Sports team talks former LSU Tiger Ja'Marr Chase, who believes he may have had COVID-19 during the school's national championship run. Pro Days come and go, and for a pair Tulane defensive ends, NFL scouts get a "Sample" of their work. A former Karr Cougar on who made him a good person, long before he became a record-setting wide receiver. And Sean Payton a...

Sports Zone Podcast: Winston, Orgeron and Zurich Classic

Welcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, potential Saints starting QB Jameis Winston gets emotional when talking about the impact Drew Brees made on him personally, as well as the City of New Orleans. LSU football head coach Ed Orgeron talks lessons learned in hiring his 2021 staff. And one year after being canceled due to COVID-19, the Zurich Classic golf tournament plans to make its return – and with ...

Sports Zone Podcast: Who Dat at QB?

Welcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, the WGNO Sports team talks about Drew Brees' retirement and what the Saints quarterback situation looks like with Jameis Winston and Taysom Hill competing for the starting job. QB conversations continue all across Louisiana, specifically Baton Rouge. LSU Tigers quarterback Myles Brennan opens up about his abdominal injury that had him sidelined for the majority of l...

Sports Zone Podcast: Drew Brees retires

On the 15th anniversary of his signing with the New Orleans Saints, Drew Brees officially closed the door on his 20-year NFL career. WGNO Friday Night Football hosts Ed Daniels and Coach JT Curtis discuss the end of an era as the most prolific passer in league history steps away from the game.

Sports Zone Podcast: Bound for success – Jared Butler

Welcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, the WGNO Sports team talks about Louisiana prep star-turned-Big 12 Player of the Year, Jared Butler, as he tries to make history at Baylor and his high school coach says he's not finished writing his story. The Saints send more veteran players packing as next year's roster looks younger and much cheaper, but how talented? WGNO discusses... WGNO also talks about the...

Sports Zone Podcast: Turmoil in Tiger Town

Welcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, the WGNO Sports team talks about an alleged sexual misconduct at LSU that's gone public, and what the revealing report says about former head football coach Les Miles and why his boss wanted him fired long before he was... If there was ever such a thing as a legendary punter, the Saints had one – until Thursday, and Tulane spring football kicks off with a "wave" of ...

Sports Zone Podcast: Brees speculation continue...

Welcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, the WGNO Sports team remains on 'Brees Watch' as there has still been no announcement regarding the future of the Saints quarterback and the NFL's all-time leading passer. From pro to college, the Southeastern Lions prep for the start of spring football in the Southland Conference. And in basketball news, WGNO talks to Pelicans executive vice president David Griffin....

Sports Zone Podcast: Just how good can Zion get?

Welcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, the WGNO Sports team talks the enormous potential of 20-year-old Zion Williamson, a high school football coach, Jesuit's Ryan Manale, whose expectation landed him in Mid-City and a college basketball coach, Tulane's Lisa Stockton, that has stayed Uptown all these years and is so close to a career mark reached by few others. Plus, host Ed Daniels’ “Ed-itorial” and fi...

Sports Zone Podcast: Lagniappe

Join host Ed Daniels along with WGNO's Jori Parys and Richie Mills for a little something extra on the Sports Zone Podcast from Facebook Live.

Sports Zone Podcast: Leonard Fournette's journey from bust to boon!

Welcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, the WGNO Sports team talks 'Playoff Lenny' and his short ride from bust to boon as the former St. Aug Purple Knight helps Brady and Bucs win Super Bowl LV. Lonzo Ball is playing well, but his detractors are waiting in the weeds for him to fail. A coach that has won a lot of basketball games and Tulane baseball turns the page on a new year. Plus, host Ed Daniels’ “E...

Sports Zone Podcast: Super Bowl LV Special

With Super Bowl LV just two days away (Feb. 7), Friday Night Football hosts Ed Daniels and Coach JT Curtis (John Curtis Christian School) step into the WGNO Studio to talk the big game between the defending NFL champion Kansas City Chiefs (16-2) and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (14-5). Super Bowl LV features six LSU players in the mix, as well as Ryan Griffin (QB) and Thakarius “BoPete” Keyes (CB) from Tulane and L’Jarius Sneed (CB) from Louisiana Tech. The game also marks the first t...

Sports Zone Podcast: On the Eve of Super Bowl LV

Welcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, the WGNO Sports team discusses what's next for Drew Brees as he prepares to announce his future plans, and if that doesn't include the Saints, a former Saint talks a potential replacement. Super Bowl nostalgia, where it all started for New Orleans and the 'Big Game' and the coach that used that win for a spot in the Hall of Fame. This weekend Peyton Manning is a lo...

Sports Zone Podcast: What are the Saints' Super Bowl odds in 2021?

Sports Zone Podcast: Who will QB the Saints next season?

Welcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, the WGNO Sports team asks will the Saints and Drew Brees turn the page? And if so, what does 2021 have in store? We take a look back at Purple Knight-turned-Tiger-turned-Chief, Tyrann Mathieu, and his best buddy. And a new meaning to spring football in a conference near you. Plus, host Ed Daniels’ “Ed-itorial” and final rants. This is, the WGNO Sports Zone.

Sports Zone Podcast: Saints Special – Road to Tampa

The New Orleans Saints continue their march toward Super Bowl LV and the WGNO Sports team takes a deep dive into the third meeting of the season between bitter NFC South rivals, however this time it's to decide which team stays in the hunt for the Lombardi Trophy. It's Brees vs Brady III as the Saints host the Buccaneers in a NFL Divisional Round matchup in the Superdome on Sunday. Host Ed Daniels is joined by WGNO's Jori Parys, Richie Mills and special guest JT Curtis on a very sp...

Sports Zone Podcast: Brees vs Brady III

Welcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, the WGNO Sports team talks the third meeting of the season between Drew Brees and Tom Brady. The Saints pop the Bucs twice, but can they do it in triplicate? They certainly have the attention of the opposing quarterback. Preseason practice kicks off for Southeastern, and a coaching legend steps down. Plus, host Ed Daniels’ “Ed-itorial” and final rants. This is, th...

Sports Zone Podcast: Is this the final Super Bowl run for Brees?

Welcome to the Sports Zone Podcast, where we discuss, opine, and report on all things local sports. In this episode, the WGNO Sports team talks future first-ballot Hall of Fame quarterback Drew Brees and his future with the Saints following the team's latest Super Bowl run. And on the NFL's super wild-card weekend, will the games be as wild as advertised or with two more teams in the mix, will they be duds? Plus, host Ed Daniels’ “Ed-itorial” and final rants. This is, the WGNO S...