Before the Whistle
Maddy Hudak is one of the rising stars in sports journalism. She provides her insights each week as a sideline reporter for Tulane University football, as a contributor to The Saints Wire for USA Today and ESPN 104.5, as well as many other television and radio programs. A lifelong student of the game, Maddy is also a graduate of The Scouting Academy. Before the Whistle isn’t about hot takes. The ”why” and the ”how” are just as important as the ”who” and the ”what.” If it impacts winning and losing, Maddy will be talking about it on Before the Whistle. New episodes each Tuesday and Friday.
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Episodes
Friday Jun 07, 2024
Friday Jun 07, 2024
Nick Anderson was the heart and soul of the Tulane defense during its historic 2022 season. Undersized by NFL standards, Anderson's contributions and talents don't fit in the usual box. Now about to make his debut in the CFL, Nick talks about his path and his commitment to the game he loves.
Friday Jun 07, 2024
Friday Jun 07, 2024
Tulane fans found out when and where they can watch the Wave this fall earlier in the week. Maddy has her reaction to the slate of games before tackling the defensive side of the ball and a bit more on this edition of Before the Whistle.
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Friday May 24, 2024
Friday May 24, 2024
The Tulane defensive line added some much needed talent and depth in the form of FCS standout Terrell Allen and All-Sun Belt selection Adin Huntington. What do these highly coveted prospects bring to the table? Maddy and Sam Lockwood take a look.
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Thursday May 16, 2024
Thursday May 16, 2024
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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Tuesday May 07, 2024
Tuesday May 07, 2024
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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Tuesday Apr 30, 2024
Tuesday Apr 30, 2024
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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Friday Apr 26, 2024
Friday Apr 26, 2024
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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Tuesday Apr 23, 2024
Tuesday Apr 23, 2024
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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Friday Apr 19, 2024
Friday Apr 19, 2024
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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Wednesday Apr 17, 2024
Wednesday Apr 17, 2024
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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