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    Ross Jackson

    • Senior Writer/Reporter for the Saints News Network since 2023
    • Host of Locked On Saints podcast since 2018.
    • Credentialed Reporter with the New Orleans Saints.
    • Email Address: ross@lockedonpodcasts.com

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    Jacob Kibodi runs the ball as the Louisiana Ragin Cajuns take on Southeastern Louisiana.

    Louisiana-Native, "Football Junkie" Says New Orleans Saints Were Top Of His List For UDFA Landing Spots

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    Detroit Lions cornerback Will Harris (25) reacts after the play.

    New Orleans Saints Add Another Piece To Their Secondary By Signing Versatile Veteran Defensive Back

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    South Carolina quarterback Spencer Rattler (7) celebrates.

    Where Experts Ranked New Orleans Saints Fifth-Round NFL Draft Selection Spencer Rattler

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    Colorado State tight end Dallin Holker (5) runs the ball in for a touchdown against MTSU.

    New Orleans Saints Sign Absolute Steal In Versatile UDFA Tight End With Real Chance To Earn Roster Spot

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    Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Kool-Aid McKinstry (1) celebrates a big play against the

    Where Experts Ranked New Orleans Saints Second-Round NFL Draft Selection Kool-Aid McKinstry

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    Oregon State Beavers head coach Jonathan Smith greets Taliese Fuaga before a game.

    Where Experts Ranked New Orleans Saints First-Round NFL Draft Selection Taliese Fuaga

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    Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Kool-Aid McKinstry (1)

    Unanticipated Target Looks The Part As Perfect Fit For New Orleans Saints Aggressive, Physical Defense

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    Iowa Hawkeyes defensive back Cooper DeJean (3) looks on during matchup.

    Top New Orleans Saints Fits Remaining Ahead Of NFL Draft Day 2: Options To Address Most Dire Needs Remain Plentiful

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    Oregon State offensive lineman Taliese Fuaga (OL24) poses during NFL Scouting Combine.

    New Orleans Saints NFL Draft Selection Screams Perfect Fit In New Wide Zone System, Projects As Day One Starter

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    Oregon State offensive lineman Taliese Fuaga (OL24) talks to the media at the NFL Combine.

    New Orleans Saints Final Mock Draft: Rebuilding The Trenches, Day 2 Trade Back A Heady Decision

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    enn State offensive lineman Olu Fashanu (OL18) during the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine

    Finding The Right Fit At Offensive Tackle For New Orleans Saints In First Round Of The NFL Draft

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    South Carolina Gamecocks wide receiver Xavier Legette.

    New Orleans Saints Desperate For Yards After Catch Threats at Wide Receiver, Can Get Leg Up In NFL Draft

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    Penn State Nittany Lions offensive lineman Olumuyiwa Fashanu before their bout against Maryland.

    New Orleans Saints Mock Draft: Saints Should Eye Can't-Miss Offensive Tackle In First Round Of 2024 NFL Draft

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    Sophie B. Write and McDonough 35 high schools square off in the opening weekend of action.

    With Women's Sports Finally Getting Deserved Recognition The New Orleans Saints Are Ushering In The Next Generation

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    Washington Huskies offensive lineman Troy Fautanu (55) celebrates.

    New Orleans Saints Mock Draft: Rebuilding The Offensive Line After A Disappointing Year, And A Top-100 Trade Up

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    New Orleans Saints Capitalize On Shocking Draft Tumble For Best Edge Rusher In Raider Nation Radio Mock Draft

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    Detailed view of the New Orleans Saints helmet and footballs.

    Saints Say Yes To Women's Sports, Launch Girls High School Flag Football Season

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    Quarterback Jayden Daniels celebrates after scoring a touchdown as the LSU Tigers take on Ole Miss.

    First Round Quarterback Very Tough To Justify For New Orleans Saints Ahead Of 2024 NFL Draft, Except One Scenario

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    NFL International Player Pathway place kicker Charlie Smyth kicks field goals at the 2024 NFL Combine in Indianapolis, IN.

    Kicker Competition: Former Down Goalkeeper-Turned-Kicker To Sign With New Orleans Saints, Compete For Starting Job

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    Marshon Lattimore

    NFL's Low Positional Value May Head To Star Cornerback Staying With New Orleans Saints

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    San Francisco 49ers defensive end Chase Young (92) reacts against the Kansas City Chiefs.
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    Chase Young's Contract Details Show New Orleans Saints Were Crafty, Prepared For Neck Procedure

    By Ross Jackson
    New Orleans Saints linebacker Demario Davis (56) and safety Ugo Amadi (0) celebrate after a play.
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    New Orleans Saints Re-Sign Versatile Defensive Back As Free Agency Additions Finally Roll In

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    Another Outgoing Free Agent Lost By New Orleans Saints, Budding Cornerback Heads Elsewhere

    By Ross Jackson
    Miami Dolphins wide receiver Cedrick Wilson Jr. (11) enters the field to take on the New York Jets.
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    Report: New Orleans Saints Begin To Address Big Need By Signing Veteran Wideout To 2-Year Deal

    By Ross Jackson
    New Orleans Saints cornerback Isaac Yiadom (27) celebrates an inception
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    No Deal Yet For New Orleans Saints Cornerback That Revitalized Career, Set To Visit With Another Team

    By Ross Jackson
    Ryan Ramczyk
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    New Orleans Saints Agree To Re-Worked Deal With Starting Offensive Tackle For More Cap Relief

    By Ross Jackson
    New Orleans Saints linebacker Zack Baun (53) on the kickoff return team.
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    After Years Of Being Underutilized, New Orleans Saints Lose Pass-Rusher Signs With Philadelphia Eagles

    By Ross Jackson
    Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) throws the ball in the first half against the New Orleans Saints.
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    BREAKING: New Orleans Saints Bitter NFC South Rival Signs Veteran Quarterback To 4-Year Deal

    By Ross Jackson
    Lonnie Johnson Jr.
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    Lonnie Johnson Jr. Could Not Reach New Deal With Saints, Heads To Reunion With Texans

    By Ross Jackson
    New Orleans Saints linebacker Demario Davis (56)
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    Demario Davis Not Going Anywhere, Extends Contract And Eyes Finishing Career With Saints

    By Ross Jackson
    Lynn Bowden Jr.
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    Report: New Orleans Saints Will Not Tender WR Lynn Bowden Ahead Of Free Agency

    By Ross Jackson
    Wayne County Executive Warren C. Evans takes the stage during a news conference at Ford Field on Monday, Nov. 27, 2023 to mark 150 days until the 2024 NFL draft in Detroit.
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    New Orleans Saints 2024 NFL Draft Picks Released: 9 Total Selections Even Without Third And Fourth Round Picks

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    Don't Expect The New Orleans Saints To Get In On Any Big-Name Free Agency Sweepstakes

    By Ross Jackson
    Laiatu Latu (15) celebrates after intercepting a pass against the North Carolina Central Eagles
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    New Orleans Saints Post-Combine 7-Round NFL Mock Draft: Can't-Miss Edge Rusher Leads The Way

    By Ross Jackson
    New Orleans Saints safety Marcus Maye (6)
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    Report: New Orleans Saints Expected to Release Starting Safety Marcus Maye

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    Michael Thomas
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    Michael Thomas Progressing After Knee Injury, But Future Uncertain With New Orleans Saints

    By Ross Jackson
    New Orleans Saints guard Cesar Ruiz (51) on the field prior to the game against the Atlanta Falcons.
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    Report: New Orleans Saints Salary Cap Moves Continue, Nearing Cap Compliance

    By Ross Jackson
    New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Nathan Shepherd (93) against the Detroit Lions
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    New Orleans Saints Continue Cutting Salary Cap Overages By Restructuring Nathan Shepherd's Contract

    By Ross Jackson
    New Orleans Saints wide receiver A.T. Perry (17) celebrates a touchdown with wide receiver Chris Olave (12)
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    Saints New Draft Philosophies Could Lend Eye To Expanded Prototype At Wide Receiver

    By Ross Jackson
    Erik McCoy -Saints Center Signs Contract Extension
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    New Orleans Saints Begin Cutting Salary Cap Overages By Restructuring Erik McCoy's Contract

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    Report: New Orleans Saints Eye Internal Candidate for Assistant Quarterbacks Coach Position

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    Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) talks with quarterbacks coach Klint Kubiak
    Editorial / Opinion

    ‘The Shanahan-Kubiak System’ And Why Klint Kubiak Was Hand-Picked, Worth Any Risk For The New Orleans Saints

    By Ross Jackson
    SU Tigers wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. (11) smiles during the first half against the Army Black Knights.
    Editorial / Opinion

    New Orleans Saints 7-Round Mock Draft: Taking A First-Round WR With Top OL/DL Prospects Gone

    By Ross Jackson
    Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) talks with quarterbacks coach Klint Kubiak
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    Report: The Saints Have Their Next Offensive Coordinator After Agreeing To Terms With 49ers Assistant Klint Kubiak

    By Ross Jackson
    New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr (4) looks over the Atlanta Falcons defense.
    Editorial / Opinion

    Want Insight On Saints' Revamped Offense? Here's What To Keep An Eye On From The 49ers During Super Bowl LVIII

    By Ross Jackson
    Minnesota Vikings quarterbacks coach Andrew Janocko on the sidelines.
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    Report: New Orleans Saints Have Name to Watch at Quarterbacks Coach After Ronald Curry's Departure

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    BREAKING: Saints to Retain Well-Respected Tight Ends Coach Clancy Barone After Slew of Offensive Staff Changes

    By Ross Jackson
    WKU's Malachi Corley runs in for a touchdown.
    Editorial / Opinion

    New Orleans Saints 2024 7-Round Mock Draft: Adding Offensive Weapons for Klint Kubiak and Rebuilding a Fearsome Pass Rush

    By Ross Jackson
    New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson (2) and offensive line coach John Benton during a practice.
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    Report: Saints Look to Have an Eye on ”Top Candidate” at Offensive Line Coach After Firing Doug Marrone

    By Ross Jackson
    Minnesota Vikings assistant quarterbacks coach Jerrod Johnson during practice at Hanbury Manor.
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    Saints Miss Out On Another Top NFL Offensive Coordinator Candidate as Jerrod Johnson Stays with Texans

    By Ross Jackson
    Florida State Seminoles defensive lineman Jared Verse (5) during warm ups against the Louisville Cardinals
    Editorial / Opinion

    New Orleans Saints 5-Round Mock Draft: Florida State Edge Rusher Jared Verse Is A Perfect Fit

    By Ross Jackson
    Philadelphia Eagles offensive coordinator Brian Johnson walks out of the tunnel for a game.
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    New Orleans Saints Add Another Highly-Touted Offensive Coordinator Candidate to Their Interview List

    By Ross Jackson
    Los Angeles Rams quarterbacks coach Zac Robinson during organized team activities
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    Saints Risk Losing Out on Top Offensive Coordinator Candidate to Rival Falcons

    By Ross Jackson
    Pittsburgh Steelers quarterbacks coach Mike Sullivan reacts on the sidelines against the New England Patriots
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    New Orleans Saints Offensive Coordinator Search: Steelers Mike Sullivan Expected to Interview

    By Ross Jackson
    Atlanta Falcons defensive coordinator Ryan Nielsen answers questions for the media during minicamp
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    REPORT: Former Saints Assistant Ryan Nielsen Leaves Atlanta Falcons After One Season

    By Ross Jackson
    HODGES
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    New Orleans Saints Risk Losing Important Piece Of Coaching Staff, Michael Hodges Interviewing For Patriots Defensive Coordinator Role

    By Ross Jackson
    Los Angeles Rams offensive coordinator Zac Robinson during minicamp
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    New Orleans Saints Offensive Coordinator Search: Rams Assistant Coach Zac Robinson Requested, Per Report

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    Jeff Ireland
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    REPORT: New Orleans Saints Executive Jeff Ireland To Interview With Los Angeles Chargers Wednesday

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    Who Is Left On The New Orleans Saints' Offensive Coaching Staff Amid Major Changes?

    By Ross Jackson
    New Orleans Saints quarterback Teddy Bridgewater (5) talks to wide receivers coach Ronald Curry before their game
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    New Orleans Saints Offensive Coordinator Search: Ronald Curry, Zac Robinson, or Brian Hartline Among Best Options

    By Ross Jackson
    Laiatu Latu (15) celebrates after intercepting a pass against the North Carolina Central Eagles
    Editorial / Opinion

    New Orleans Saints 4-Round Mock Draft: Can Laiatu Latu Change Perception of EDGE Picks?

    By Ross Jackson
    Alabama Crimson Tide defensive lineman JC Latham (65) against the Florida Gators
    Editorial / Opinion

    First-Round NFL Mock Draft Selects Alabama Offensive Tackle JC Latham To Address New Orleans Saints’ Biggest Need

    By Ross Jackson
    New Orleans Saints QB Jameis Winston Celebrates Defeating Falcons
    Editorial / Opinion

    Stay Or Go: Saints Top Free Agents Of 2024

    By Ross Jackson
    Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) speaks with head coach Jon Gruden
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    Saints Are Mulling Adding Jon Gruden To Offensive Staff Next Season, Per Report

    By Ross Jackson
    Khai Harley
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    Panthers Request to Interview Saints' Khai Harley for Open GM Position

    By Ross Jackson
    Detailed view of the New Orleans Saints helmet during warmups against the Atlanta Falcons at Caesars Superdome.
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    Saints Sign 11 Players to Reserve/Future Deals

    By Ross Jackson
    New Orleans Saints head coach Dennis Allen looks on against the Atlanta Falcons
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    Dennis Allen Expected To Return As Saints Head Coach In 2024

    By Ross Jackson
    Atlanta Falcons quarterback Desmond Ridder (9) drops back to pass against the New Orleans Saints
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    QB Change: Desmond Ridder to start for Falcons vs. Saints

    By Ross Jackson
    Jordan Mims (35) warms up prior to the game against the Indianapolis Colts at Highmark Stadium
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    Saints Transactions: Tommy Kraemer, Jordan Mims Elevated for Saints-Falcons Game

    By Ross Jackson
    New Orleans Saints quarterback Taysom Hill (7) runs against the Atlanta Falcons
    Editorial / Opinion

    Saints-Falcons Predictions | Week 18

    By Ross Jackson
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