Hannycast: Recent Episodes
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The Hannycast is a daily Podcast featuring Charles Hanagriff. From LSU to the Saints, Hanny has you covered on all things Louisiana sports!
On The Hannycast, Charles Hanagriff and Dan Canevari recap LSU's disappointing 2026 baseball season and break down how Jay Johnson can turn it around.
On The Hannycast, Charles Hanagriff was joined by Dan Canevari and Skip Bertman to discuss the issues with LSU baseball.
On The Hannycast, Charles Hanagriff and Dan Canevari recap LSU's series sweep over South Carolina and discuss how the Tigers can make it to the postseason.
On The Hannycast, Charles Hanagriff and Dan Canevari talk LSU vs Mississippi State and look back on Warren Morris' time at LSU.
Charles Hanagriff and Dan Canevari break down LSU Baseball’s rough weekend as the Tigers are swept by Texas A&M in SEC play, dropping all three games and raising major questions about the direction of the season. While the scoreboard tells part of the story, the bigger conversation comes from Jay Johnson’s postgame comments where he acknowledged potential roster construction mistakes and hinted at a shift in how LSU builds its future teams. The discussion dives into the impact of the transfer portal era, NIL roster building, and whether LSU may need to re-evaluate its balance between high school development and portal additions. With the Tigers now sitting at 6–12 in conference play and a brutal stretch of top-tier opponents still ahead, the guys debate whether LSU can still make a late-season push or if this is becoming more about retooling for the future in Baton Rouge.
On The Hannycast, Charles Hanagriff and Dan Canevari recap LSU's loss to the Ole Miss Rebels and try to figure out how the Tigers can turn the season around.
On The Hannycast, Charles Hanagriff and Dan Canevari recap LSU's series win over the Tennessee Volunteers.
On The Hannycast, Charles Hanagriff and Dan Canevari recap LSU's series win over the Kentucky Wildcats and what it means for the Tigers moving forward.
On The Hannycast, Charles Hanagriff and Dan Canevari recap LSU's weekend series loss to the Oklahoma Sooners.
On The Hannycast, Charles Hanagriff and Dan Canevari recap LSU's series loss to the Vanderbilt Commodores.
On The Hannycast, Charles Hanagriff and Dan Canevari recap the LSU baseball weekend series against Sacramento State.
On The Hannycast, Charles Hanagriff and Dan Canevari talk about the latest with the LSU Baseball team.
On the Hannycast, Charles Hanagriff and Dan Canevari recap LSU's series in the Jax Classic.
On the Hannycast, Charles Hanagriff and Dan Canevari recap LSU's baseball's opening weekend and discuss the top standouts for Jay Johnson's squad.
Charles Hanagriff and Dan Canevari preview the top hitters on the LSU baseball team as we inch closer to the start of the 2026 season.
On this episode of The Hannycast, Charles Hanagriff and former LSU tight end Richard Dickson deliver a full film-study breakdown of LSU football’s rebuilt roster heading into the upcoming season.
With Lane Kiffin assembling one of the deepest and most talent-rich rosters LSU has seen in years, the guys analyze how the transfer portal class, signing class, and key returners fit together — position by position — and why roster rebuilds no longer take three to four years in modern college football.
From impact additions like Princewill Umanmielen and Jordan Seaton, to a crowded quarterback room, revamped offensive line, explosive wide receiver group, and a loaded defense with elite depth up front, this episode dives deep into what LSU has, what it needs, and how quickly it can come together.
They also discuss:- Why expectations are immediately high in the portal era- How LSU’s offensive and defensive lines stack up nationally- Breakout candidates across the roster- Why oddsmakers already believe LSU will be elite- What spring practice will reveal about this team’s ceiling
Plus, a look ahead to LSU’s season opener odds and a transition toward baseball coverage as the defending national champions gear up for another run.
Charles Hanagriff and former LSU tight end Richard Dickon dive deep into LSU’s evolving roster on this episode of The Hannycast, breaking down film and analysis from Lane Kiffin’s first major transfer portal class. With LSU potentially closing in on Jordan Seaton, one of the biggest offensive line targets in the portal, the guys explain why his addition would be a massive boost at a critical position of need.
They also discuss other major portal targets and additions, including Princewill Umanmielen, a proven SEC pass rusher, and walk through film and evaluations of new Tigers at quarterback, offensive line, linebacker, safety, running back, and tight end. From former five-star QB Husan Longstreet, to plug-and-play linebacker TJ Dottery, to versatile depth pieces across the roster, this episode provides an inside look at how LSU is reshaping nearly two-thirds of its team.
With national title expectations already emerging, the discussion focuses on how experience, athleticism, and scheme fits could turn former weaknesses—especially the offensive line—into strengths heading into spring and fall camp.
📌 Topics include:- Jordan Seaton recruitment update & LSU’s outlook- Transfer portal film study and player evaluations- Offensive line experience and depth additions- Defensive impact players and SEC-proven production- How Lane Kiffin is rebuilding LSU through the portal- Early expectations for spring practice and the 2026 season
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Hanny and Richard Dickson are back in the film room for Part 2 of LSU’s transfer portal breakdown — this time focusing on the quarterback room.
The guys take a deep dive into LSU’s QB transfers Sam Leavitt and Landen Clark, breaking down what the film shows and how each could factor into the Tigers’ future.
🐯 Film review of LSU’s QB portal additions🐯 Strengths, traits, and upside on tape🐯 How these quarterbacks fit into LSU’s plans moving forward
📺 Watch for detailed film analysis and what these additions mean for the Tigers offensively.
Hanny and Richard Dickson hit the film room to break down 10 transfer portal additions LSU has brought in so far — and how each piece fits into the Tigers’ future.
The guys also discuss Lane Kiffin forming his staff and roster, and what this early portal haul says about the direction of the program.
🐯 Film breakdown of key transfer additions🐯 How these players immediately help LSU🐯 Lane Kiffin’s vision as he builds his team
📺 Watch for in-depth analysis, roster insight, and what’s next for LSU as the portal cycle continues.
Dive deep into Lane Kiffin’s offensive genius with Charles Hanagriff and former LSU tight end Richard Dickson! In this episode of the Hannycast, we break down full scoring drives from Ole Miss, showing how Kiffin uses motion, misdirection, and versatile tight ends to keep defenses guessing.
✅ What you’ll learn in this video:- How Kiffin creates multiple options off each play- Why a mobile quarterback is key to his offense- The art of motion, play-action, and RPOs in his system- Key formations and tactics that make Ole Miss a nightmare for defenses
Watch now to see Lane Kiffin’s offense decoded from film and get ready for LSU’s transformation!
Join Charles Hanagriff and former LSU tight end Richard Dickson on this week’s Hannycast as they break down the genius behind Lane Kiffin’s Ole Miss offense. From deceptive motion and QB runs to play-action passes and H-back utilization, this episode dives into how Kiffin manipulates defenses, sets up plays, and keeps opponents guessing.
📌 Highlights in this episode:- The power run and play-action foundations of the offense- How motion and formation changes create confusion for defenders- The role of the QB and tight end in Kiffin’s chess-like system- A full drive breakdown from Ole Miss vs LSU (2024)
Whether you’re a football coach, player, or fan, this film study reveals the strategy and precision behind one of college football’s most dynamic offenses.
Part 2 coming next week: 2025 film and further analysis of Kiffin’s schemes.
Charles Hanagriff and former LSU TE Richard Dickson break down the All 22 Film from the LSU game vs. South Alabama and discuss the big runs made by LSU and Caden Durham.
Charles Hannagriff and former LSU TE Richard Dickson breakdown the film of LSU's win over UCLA.
Charles Hanagirff and former LSU TE Richared Dickson break down LSU's season opening loss to USC and discuss how the Tigers can get back on track.
Charles and Dan wrap up the Regional and take a look ahead to what's next for the LSU baseball program.
Charles and Dan recap LSU vs Ole Miss, and take a look at what the Tigers need to get into the NCAA Tournament
Charles and Dan review the LSU vs Florida series, the Tigers early struggles in SEC play, and how the game got chippy
Charles and Dan discuss the LSU series win over Xavier, with Mississippi State coming up to lead off conference play
Charles and Dan recap the weekend in Houston, as LSU takes all three games. One more non conference weekend remains, as the Tigers face Southeastern on Wednesday and Xavier on the weekend.
Charles and Dan review weekend two, and take a look ahead to LSU's four game trip to Texas.
Charles and Dan talk about what LSU's opening lineup and rotation might look like as the Tigers open the 2024 season.
Experience reigns on the field for Brian Kelly in his third season, but with a revamped coaching staff. Charles and Richard preview.
Charles and Richard discuss the latest staff additions to LSU, plus the retirement of Nick Saban
Charles and Richard discuss recent staff changes and player movement for the LSU defense.
Charles and Richard take a look at some of the possibilities to fill the LSU defensive staff.
Charles and Richard preview the LSU v Wisconsin game, and take a look at where the LSU program is headed into the offseason.
Charles and Richard break down LSU vs A&M, postseason awards for the Tigers, the bowl game, and a look ahead for the football program.
Charles and Richard discuss LSU v Georgia St (a little) and Jayden Daniels chances at the Heisman (a lot), as well as Malik Nabers and Brian Thomas being Biletnikoff semifinalists.
Charles and Richard go back and review the Florida film, and an unprecedented night for the LSU QB.
Charles and Richard go through the LSU game vs Missouri, and look ahead to LSU v Auburn
Charles and Richard review what went wrong for the LSU defense (spoiler alert, it was plenty), and look ahead to LSU v Missouri
Charles Hanagriff and Richard Dickson review the LSU-Arkansas game, with a look ahead to LSU vs Ole Miss
A look back after film review of LSU v Mississippi State with former Tiger Richard Dickson with a look ahead to LSU v Arkansas.
Charles Hanagriff and Richard Dickson review the LSU v Grambling game, with a look ahead to LSU v Mississippi State.
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Charles Hanagriff and former LSU TE Richard Dickson go through the LSU v FSU film, in the Tigers 45-24 loss.
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Charles Hanagriff and Richard Dickson give an in depth preview of the 2023 LSU Tiger football team, and their opener vs Flordia State.
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Charles takes a look at the immediate future of the Lakers, and how it will affect the Pelicans.
Charles takes a look at the long odds the Pelicans face in tomorrow night's NBA Lottery
Charles takes a look back at the NCAA Tournament games that LSU played against Denny Crum and Louisville in 1980 and 1986
Charles talks about what Auburn did during this weekend's series that could be a recurring problem for LSU in the postseason
Charles talks about what a 2024 football schedule could look like for LSU, with the SEC's vote on the new scheduling model rapidly approaching
Charles reviews the Saints selections, plus where the LSU players were taken in the 2023 NFL Draft
Charles talks about the communication problems between Zion Williamson and the Pelicans front office
Charles updates potential changes to the NFL Draft, and how it effects LSU players and the Saints selections, a little over two weeks out.
Charles discusses the challenges of the New Orleans Pelicans in the play-in and the lottery.
From Shaquille O'Neal to Angel Reese, Charles chronicles 30 years of LSU athletes that rose to fame on the Baton Rouge campus.
Charles compares the SEC baseball preseason predictions to the actual on field results at the halfway point.
Charles compares and contrasts the mock drafts of three national experts, and how it might effect the New Orleans Saints.
Charles details the significant milestones achieved by the LSU Women's Basketball team from the time Kim Mulkey was hired, through the winning of the National Championship
Charles recaps the road from the hiring of Kim Mulkey all the way to the program's first National Championship
Charles discusses the excellence from Dylan Crews and Paul Skenes, and where they might land in the LSU record books.
Charles talks about potential rule changes, and QB moves, dominating the news cycle at the NFL owners meetings.
Charles recaps a great weekend for Louisiana! From the LSU Women's Basketball team making the Final Four, to the LSU Baseball Tigers remaining number one, to Sam Burns victory in Austin, to the Pelicans shining in California.
Charles discusses the Utah Jazz, who are trying to tank, being ahead of the New Orleans Pelicans with 10 games left to play.
Charles gives out picks on everything in the bracket from the Final Four to the most likely upsets.
Charles gives his five favorite picks for college basketball this weekend, coming off of a 4-1 week.
Charles takes a look at the nine LSU players headed to Indy, where they might be picked, and how they compare to last year's group.
Charles (3-2 last week) gives out his five favorite plays for the weekend in college basketball.
Charles talks about the compensation from the Broncos to the Saints. Plus, quarterbacks on the open market after Tom Brady's retirement.
With Signing Day coming up, Charles discusses how transfer portal has affected LSU's signing classes finishing their career as Tigers.
Charles gives his picks for both football games this weekend, and the SEC/Big 12 Basketball Challenge
Charles takes a look at the teams that could hire Sean Payton, and who else they are interested in. Plus NFL awards.
Charles talks about the possibility of the conference championship games moving to neutral sites.
Charles takes a look back at the NFL Divisional Playoffs, including Joe Burrow and the Bengals heading back to the AFCCG.
Charles talks about the recruitment of Jaden Rashada to Flordia, and whether a National Letter of Intent is more binding than an Name, Image, and Likeness deal.
Charles talks about potential compensation for New Orleans from Houston for Sean Payton, and NFL Super Wildcard Weekend OSO.
Charles talks about the dedication of the Seimone Augustus statue, and the journey there for three legends.
Charles and Gordy discuss the departure of Walker Howard, and what it means for LSU football.
Charles looks at the possibility of Sean Payton becoming the Arizona Cardinals head coach, and what the Saints might get in return.
Charles takes a look at the way too early top 15 for 2023 in college football, centering on returning QB's.
Charles examines the potential for Sean Payton taking the Denver Broncos job, and what compensation the Saints could receive.
Charles takes a look back at week 17 in the NFL, and what the league's options are for the Bills-Bengals game.
Charles takes a look back at the changes between the first and last games for LSU, and also offers thoughts on the CFP games.
Charles gives his choices for the CFP Playoff, plus 3 other games and a ML parlay bonus.
Charles gives his thoughts on the pre-conference results for the SEC teams, and some thoughts on LSU's immediate future.
Charles reviews the week in the NFL, plus a surprise pick on a potential destination for Sean Payton.
Charles takes a look back at the first signing class for each of LSU's last four head coaches, as Brian Kelly welcomes in his first full class.
Charles and Gordy discuss all things relating to LSU's prep for the game against Purdue, including Signing Day, the Transfer Portal, and the Tigers QB situation moving forward.
From the World Cup to the end of "pitchy pitchy woo woo" in tie games, Charles recaps a wild weekend in sports.
Charles gives out his five favorite picks for the weekend across college and pro football.
Charles talks about the possibility of Sean Payton returning to the Saints, plus an update on LSU football in the transfer portal.
Charles talks about why the SEC could be getting to 16 teams a year early, and Justin Jefferson's historic day.
Charles takes a look at the future of the Saints in regards to the salary cap...warning Saints fans, it isn't pretty.
Charles looks back at how LSU's class in the transfer portal fared in the 2022 season, and how the Tigers will attack it this time around. And one sentence only for every NFL game...except the Saints, that's going to require a whole podcast tomorrow.
How Georgia won the SEC Championship, and what's next for LSU as the Tigers take a break before bowl prep begins.
Charles identifies the winners and losers of the latest coaching changes, and one sentence only for every NFL game from last week.
Charles and Gordy dive into LSU's struggles in the regular season finale, and a look ahead to the SEC Championship Game with Georgia
Our weekly 5 selections in college football, plus some other leans, and NFL picks added in extra. We're 15 games over .500 for the season, lets keep it going!
How Vegas would stack the college football playoff contenders, one thought on every NFL game from last week, and what's at stake in Cincinnati for the Tulane Green Wave
How Las Vegas would rank the college football powers in contention for the playoffs, plus a look at a potentially tricky game for one team.
How the Las Vegas point spreads would differ from the CFP rankings if the top teams played this weekend.
Where does LSU fall in the poll tonight and why it matters, plus one sentence only on the week in the NFL.
Charles and Gordy recap LSU's 32-31 win over Alabama, including what was going on on the Tiger sideline before the final conversion call.
A look back at the series of games between LSU and Alabama since Nick Saban became the coach, and how it might change how you watch this year's game. Plus OSO in the NFL.
A position by position evaluation of LSU at the bye. One sentence only on every NFL game.
A look at the offensive and defensive adjustments made by LSU in their 45-20 win over Ole Miss, including the use of Harold Perkins, and the changes they made in the secondary.
All the reasons there are to be encouraged about the 2022-23 New Orleans Pelicans...and there are a bunch
Our top five selections for the college football weekend, plus some extra thoughts on LSU vs Florida
Why some people might not like Brian Kelly, and why some people that do might not say it. Then a look back at what might have been.
The schedule in college football this week is the best of the season (or many seasons), and one sentence only in the NFL.
After a 3-2 week brings us to 17-11 on the year, we give you our top five games in college football.
Why Jayden Daniels could make the difference this weekend as a passer, and why he has to. Oh, and buyouts...
Why the Saints might be reluctant to replace Winston with Dalton, and the best SEC game this week.