Dunc & Holder: A show about New Orleans sports
The Athletic
New Orleans’ must trusted sports voices have reunited making their old podcast new again. 'Dunc & Holder' is back with The Athletic New Orleans columnists Jeff Duncan and Larry Holder, plus regular guests Katherine Terrell and William Guillory discussing all things Saints, Pelicans, LSU, Tulane and anything else important within the New Orleans sports scene.
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New Orleans’ must trusted sports voices have reunited making their old podcast new again. 'Dunc & Holder' is back with The Athletic New Orleans columnists Jeff Duncan and Larry Holder, plus regular guests Katherine Terrell and William Guillory discussing all things Saints, Pelicans, LSU, Tulane and anything else important within the New Orleans sports scene.
Language:
English
Episodes
What are your expectations for the 2021 Saints?
5/21/2021
The Saints' 2021 schedule is out, and they're still favored in the majority of their games. Jeff & Larry share their expectations for the first season of the post-Drew Brees as well as what's next in the offseason.
Duration:00:26:46
Saints 2021 schedule breakdown: Toughest stretch, keys to success
5/12/2021
Jeff and Larry break down the Saints' 2021 schedule and analyze the tough stretches and key sequences. In the second half of the show, they discuss the Q&A with Saints director of college scouting Jeff Ireland that was published on The Athletic on Monday and give their biggest takeaways from his comments.
Duration:00:43:15
What to make of the Saints' 2021 draft haul
5/6/2021
The Athletic's Jeff Duncan and Larry Holder break down the New Orleans Saints’ 2021 NFL Draft class, analyzing each pick and what potential futures moves might be in the works. Find out why their trade attempts didn’t work, hear about the Trey Lance-Mac Jones interest and why the Saints liked Payton Turner more than others. What’s the vision for Peter Werner? Is Paulson Adebo ready to start?
Duration:00:48:47
Running the Saints draft simulator
4/29/2021
Jeff and Larry play GM and break down the Saints’ options in the first three rounds of the upcoming NFL Draft using Pro Football Network’s draft simulator to discuss potential prospects and trade scenarios. On the docket: Potential draft strategy and why this draft is so important; the dangers of reaching for a cornerback; the Caleb Farley conundrum; first-round trade options; Round 2 options; and does Kyle Trask fit the offense?
Duration:00:45:41
NFL Draft preview: Will the Saints trade up for a cornerback?
4/15/2021
Larry and Jeff break down the defensive prospects the Saints might consider in the upcoming NFL Draft. What strategy will they employ in the draft to address the defense? A look at the top cornerback prospects. Is a trade up for a cornerback a possibility?
Duration:00:43:24
Should the Saints draft for offense in the first round?
4/8/2021
Jeff and Larry turn their attention to the upcoming NFL Draft, breaking down the team’s needs on offense and discussing potential targets at various positions. Is wide receiver the No. 1 offensive need? Is QB still a priority? Is running back a sneaky need?
Duration:00:44:44
What are the Saints' needs in the 2021 NFL Draft?
4/1/2021
Larry and Jeff dive into the upcoming NFL Draft and address some of the Saints’ biggest areas of needs as they prepare for the April 29-May 1 event. Also, what to make of the Saints’ low-key free agent strategy; Jameis Winston’s offseason media tour; what can we read anything into the Saints’ attendance at pro days? And, as always, QB discussions.
Duration:00:42:42
Is the Saints roster better or worse than in 2020?
3/18/2021
Jeff and Larry break down the Saints’ early moves in free agency and how they affect the roster in 2021. How will the attrition impact the defense? What do they think about Sean Payton's comments about Jameis Winston and Taysom Hill? Should the team draft a quarterback?
Duration:00:35:34
Emergency Podcast: Looking back at the legacy of Drew Brees in New Orleans
3/14/2021
We knew it was coming, and now the day has arrived. Drew Brees has officially retired from the NFL. Jeff and Larry react to the news and look back on Brees' career and legacy in New Orleans. The guys also explain what Taysom Hill's $140 Million dollar contact extension means for the franchise.
Duration:00:14:16
Saints salary cap maneuvering, Marcus Williams and more
3/10/2021
Jeff and Larry break down the recent salary cap maneuvers the Saints have made in preparation for the start of free agency and the 2021 League Year on March 17:
Duration:00:34:31
Russell Wilson trade scenarios: Could the Saints make it work for Seahawks?
3/3/2021
On this week’s episode, Jeff and Larry break down the trade rumors involving Russell Wilson and the possibility of the Saints acquiring the Seahawks Pro Bowler. They also examine the Saints’ other options at quarterback as free agency approaches.
Duration:00:36:28
Saints free agency preview: Where can they afford to upgrade?
2/10/2021
Saints experts Jeff Duncan and Larry Holder analyze the New Orleans Saints' free agency options and discuss the potential strategies they will take at each position group.
Duration:00:37:39
Saints personnel issues: Drop-offs, health issues and underperformers
2/3/2021
In 2020, the Saints had some unexpected dropoffs from veteran players, health issues with its stars and players who didn't live up to lofty expectations. Jeff and Larry address some positions in need of upgrades as N.O. prepares for what could be a full-scale transition year.
Duration:00:32:40
The great Jameis Winston-Saints debate of 2021
1/29/2021
With Drew Brees expected to retire after 15 seasons with the Saints, to whom will Sean Payton hand the keys to his offense? Taysom Hill, the only QB under contract; Jameis Winston, a free agent with a year in the system; or does the team explore trade possibilities for Matthew Stafford or Deshaun Watson?
Duration:00:32:14
Drew Brees' Dome disappointment; the end of an era?
1/17/2021
New Orleans Saints QB Drew Brees, in likely the last game of his Hall of Fame NFL career, threw three interceptions in a 30-20 loss to Tom Brady and the Buccaneers at the Superdome on Sunday night. Jeff Duncan and Larry Holder break down the scene as Brees and Brady talk on the field an hour after the game ended.
Duration:00:12:00
Bucs-Saints preview: Drew Brees vs. Tom Brady Round 3 was inevitable
1/12/2021
Two of the NFL's best QBs of all-time will face off in the Superdome on Sunday, with the winner advancing to the NFC Championship Game. The Saints embarrassed the Bucs in their last meeting. Can they hold them off again with a Super Bowl only two games away?
Duration:00:32:24
Saints playoff podcast: N.O. gets job done vs. Bears; Brady, Bucs up next
1/10/2021
The Saints defense led the way to a 21-9 win over the Bears in the wild-card round of the NFC playoffs Sunday at the Superdome. And while Michael Thomas and Alvin Kamara made headlines for their returns, it was Deonte Harris who might have had the biggest impact for the offense. Up next? Round 3 with Tom Brady and the Bucs.
Duration:00:12:14
Saints' playoff matchup with Bears, COVID issues and a Steve Gleason anniversary
1/5/2021
The Saints will host the Bears in an NFC wild-card playoff game Sunday. Will Alvin Kamara and Michael Thomas return? Will the Saints defense dominate Mitchell Trubisky? Are New Orleans' pandemic protocols failing? Plus, it's been 10 years since Steve Gleason was diagnosed with ALS. Jeff Duncan documented a day in his life in an exclusive story for The Athletic.
Duration:00:36:48
Saints' best and worst playoff matchups and the incomparable Alvin Kamara
12/29/2020
Alvin Kamara put on a display against the Vikings to boost his chances of becoming the NFL's Offensive Player of the Year for 2020. And as the NFC playoff seedings shape up this week, which are the best and worst matchups for the Saints?
Duration:00:35:23
Saints are sliding, but there's still reason to believe
12/22/2020
The Saints have lost consecutive games and host the Vikings on Friday. Drew Brees is back, but he needs help in the injury-riddled receiving corps. The defensive line is the best unit on the team. Can it wreak enough havoc to secure an NFC South title on Christmas Day?
Duration:00:34:48