Before the Whistle

Maddy Kicks Some Butker

Following a post-Spring Game/NFL Draft/Jazz Fest hiatus, Before the Whistle is back talking football. Maddy Hudak isn't one to hold her tongue, so this week she addresses the commencement address made by Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker last weekend. Spoiler Alert: she didn't like it.
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The First Anniversary Episode

It's been a long, strange trip over the last year on Before the Whistle. Maddy reflects on 86 episodes, life on the sidelines, and what's ahead.
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NFL Draft Recap & Review

From Jha'Quan Jackson to Michael Pratt, the NFL Draft was certainly eventful for the Tulane Green Wave. Maddy takes a deep dive into Jackson's reunion with Tyjae Spears in Tennesse, Pratt's fall to the Packers, and the continued presence of Olive and Blue in the NFL.
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The Portal, Pratt, & Plenty More

It's a big week for the Green Wave. Following the Spring Game a few surprise names entered the transfer portal. The NFL Draft also began on Thursday, meaning players like quarterback Michael Pratt are waiting to hear their names called. It may be the offseason, but football never sleeps.
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What are the Takeaways From Tulane's Spring Game? Part I

The Jon Sumrall Era is in its infancy, but Tulane took a big step forward with its Spring Game this past weekend. Who/what stood out? Maddy Hudak tells you what she saw in part one of her breakdown.
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Spring Game Preview with Sam Lockwood

Sam Lockwood, writer for the blog Wave After Green Wave, returns to Before the Whistle to preview this weekend's Spring Game. For the first time, fans will get to see how Tulane has adapted to the "Sumrall Way." Who and what should you be keeping your eyes on? Maddy and Sam have you covered.
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Finding Leaders: Spring Scrimmage 2

Before the Whistle looks at what we’ve learned about this era of Tulane football through two scrimmages. Roster talent is crucial to success. But sustaining a legacy takes a player-led team. Both a challenge & opportunity exists to fill that void.
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Establishing Identity and Intensity

The Tulane Green Wave are not relying on the past to build their future. Following last week's scrimmage the Wave are back on the practice field, learning each other and competing for their spots. Maddy looks back at another week of prep as we build towards the Spring Game.
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Tulane Scrimmage Shows There's Something In the Water

As we get closer to the Spring Game, Tulane football held a 70-play scrimmage this past Saturday. Maddy Hudak gives her perspectives on the pace, the offense, the battle for QB1, and the new-look Green Wave defense. Who and what stood out? Find out on Before the Whistle.
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Moving Keys: Going Deep with Tulane WR Lawrence Keys

After a pair of seasons in South Bend, New Orleans native Lawrence Keys III returned home to contribute to the most successful back-to-back seasons in Tulane history. Now, after an impressive week at the Hula Bowl, he's working to take his talents to the NFL.
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