Jim Derry

Joined: Apr 16, 2026

Jim Derry is the Publisher / Beat Writer for New Orleans Saints On SI and has hosted the Dattitude Podcast since September 2021. He is a native New Orleanian and previously worked for The Times-Picayune for 35 years, working several jobs in the news room, including covering the Saints, the NFL and sports betting. Jim also is a play-by-play broadcaster for Varsity Sports Now Louisiana, calling local high school and college games. Email: jim@jimderry.com. X: @JimDerryJr.

New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee looks to take the next step in his career in 2025.

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New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara showed up at OTAs on Wednesday, but does. that mean he's back for good?

Sixth-round selection Barion Brown comes to the Saints as the speedy returner they lost when Rashid Shaheed was traded to Seattle last season.

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New Orleans Saints center Erik McCoy hopes to stay healthy in 2026 - something he hasn't been able to do for the past two seasons. With new guard David Edwards in the fold, the Saints should have a much-improved unit this year.

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New Orleans Saints quarterback Tyler Shough (6) and wide receiver Chris Olave are hoping they will have a long-term partnership in the NFL if Olave can get a deal done soon.

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The fifth-year receiver seems close to a long-term extension in New Orleans, and the second-year QB showers praise on teammate

New Orleans Saints quarterback Tyler Shough 'has a great foundation' according to Coach Kellen Moore, and he is showing that off in the early part of OTAs this week.

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Team’s franchise quarterback takes a big step forward, while they remain cautious about their first-round wide receiver

Most fans of the New Orleans Saints think that quarterback Tyler Shough alone is enough to think the team will have a much better record than they had in 2025.

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The over / under win total for New Orleans is 7.5, but one would be hard-pressed to find a Who Dat taking the under

Former Miami Dolphins cornerback Rasul Douglas (26) could be a target for the Saints, as it certainly is a position of need.

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There isn’t a ton of cap room remaining in New Orleans, but there still is a spot or two remaining at positions needing help

The New Orleans Saints and Los Angeles Rams will hold joint practice sessions against one another for the second straight year, as Saints coach Kellen Moore (left) and Rams coach Sean McVay will get together once again.

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Each of these training sessions will come during the weeks they play Jacksonville, the Los Angeles Rams and Dallas

The New Orleans Saints have begun their 2026 offseason campaign with OTAs that began Wednesday (May 27) at the team's practice facility in Metairie.

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The offseason training camp already is underway in New Orleans, and it will run through the team’s final vacation in mid-June through late-July

Kellen Moore is entering his second season as head coach of the New Orleans Saints.

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There are going to be quite a few disappointed Saints fans if the team doesn’t make a run for the NFC South title in 2026

Offensive tackle Alan Herron hopes to make the New Orleans Saints roster as an undrafted free agent.

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Each year there are multiple UDFAs who have a chance to make the Saints roster. It’s no different this summer.

One of the players we'll be watching closely from Saints OTAs through training camp will be wideout Bryce Lance from North Dakota State.

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Despite last year’s strong finish, there still are plenty of roles up for grabs in New Orleans

Kendre Miller could get the first shot for the New Orleans Saints at RB2 in 2026 if Alvin Kamara does not return.

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The 2026 offseason begins in earnest this week when voluntary organized team activities begin in Metairie on Wednesday

Saints coach Kellen Moore, right, clearly wanted to go with a youth movement, and it began with quarterback Tyler Shough.

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There has been a dramatic shift in age ranking for New Orleans over the course of the past three seasons

Will the Saints youth movement mean the end for all-time greats like Cam Jordan, Alvin Kamara and Taysom Hill?

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With Coach Kellen Moore’s goal to make team younger, what does that mean for the likes of Cam Jordan, Alvin Kamara and others?

Jim Derry

Joined: Apr 16, 2026

Saints DL Bryan Bresee: A Big Step Up for No. 24 Player in 2026?

Alvin Kamara Reports to Saints OTAs. Moore Says, ‘That Room Can Always Use Some Depth.’

Saints Returner Barion Brown: Potential Diamond in the Rough is No. 25 Player

Saints Center Erik McCoy is Glad To Have Guard David Edwards In New Orleans

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Why Tyler Shough to Chris Olave Could Be A Top-5 Combo In NFL For Saints This Season

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Saints First Week of OTA Highlights: Tyler Shough Takes Charge; Jordyn Tyson limited

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Saints Mailbag (May 29): Fans Say Oddsmakers Highly Underrate This Team

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Top 3 Remaining Free Agents the Saints Should Consider Signing

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Saints Will Hold Joint Team Practices With Jaguars, Rams and Cowboys During 2026 Preseason

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Saints Preseason Schedule: Everything We Know About OTAs, Minicamp & Practices

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Saints Mailbag (May 26): Hope Springs Eternal For Who Dats and Their Record Predictions

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Top 3 Saints Undrafted Free Agents to Keep An Eye on During OTAs

3 New Orleans Saints We’ll Be Watching Closely During OTAs

Which Saints Storylines Are Worth Paying Attention To At OTAs (And Which Aren’t)

The Goal For Kellen Moore and Saints Is Obvious: Continue to Get Younger

Has Saints Youth Movement Eliminated Spots on This Team For A Few All-Time Greats?