Saints News

Former Saints Legends Show Strong Support For Aaron Glenn As Head Coach

Credit: Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn watches a play against Buffalo Bills during the second half at Ford Field in Detroit on Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024.
Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Glenn has a video interview with the New Orleans Saints.

By Kyle T. Mosley- Saints News Network | SI

Saints Hall of Famers Drew Brees and Reggie Bush have recently publicly endorsed Aaron Glenn as their top choice for the next head coach of the Saints.

The former teammates interviewed with media to support Glenn's candidacy as he interviewed with New Orleans this week. Glenn, 52, has the experience, leadership qualities, and understanding of New Orleans culture that make him an excellent candidate for the Saints' opening.

Drew Brees' Endorsement:

Drew Brees, who played with Glenn in 2008 and was still on the team when Glenn joined the Saints' coaching staff in 2016, has named "Aaron Glenn as his top pick" for the head coach position, according to reporter Chrissy Froyd.

Does Brees' endorsement carry a significant weight within the New Orleans front office? Remember, the brain trust will listen to the franchise's legendary quarterback, but to what extent?

Although Brees had firsthand experience working with Glenn, would Mickey Loomis and the search committee consider his blessing? ...

Read the Full Story - Saints News Network | SI

MORE SAINTS RELATED NEWS:

Cameron Jordan joining CBS Sports playoff pregame show

New Orleans Saints defensive end Cameron Jordan has no plans on retirement, but when he does decide to hang up the cleats, he will likely have a future in media. As of right now, he currently has his own podcast and is regularly a guest on shows. M

sports.yahoo.com

Exclusive: Drew Brees explains why Aaron Glenn would be ‘great choice’ as Saints’ next head coach

New Orleans Saints legend Drew Brees believes his former teammate, Aaron Glenn, is the right man to be the franchise’s next head coach. Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn is one of the hottest names on the coaching market right now and it’s not hard to understand why.

www.yardbarker.com

Every Saints player entering the last year of their contract in 2025

With the New Orleans Saints now in the 2025 offseason, they have several key players entering the final year of their contracts.

whodatdish.com

Current salary cap space projections for Panthers (and NFL's other 31 teams) heading into 2025 offseason

With the 2024 regular season now in the books, the NFL's 32 teams have done some work on their own books. Clubs have now officially submitted their salary cap space carryovers, the remaining amount of 2024 cap space that will be transferred over to…

sports.yahoo.com

Rumored Saints head coach target may hit the market this week

A potential New Orleans Saints head coach target, current Dallas Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy, will hit the open market in a few days if Jerry Jones can’t cut a deal:

www.inkl.com

First Round Draft Bust Likely On Trade Block After Brutal Loss - Saints, Panthers Among Next Possible Teams

Former 2023 NFL Draft pick Quentin Johnston might end up on the trade block following the brutal Wild Card loss.

lastwordonsports.com

NFL analyst weighs in on if Saints should pick up Chris Olave’s fifth-year option

This offseason, the New Orleans Saints can decide if they want to pick up Chris Olave’s fifth-year option. An analyst gives insight into what the team might do.

whodatdish.com

Report: Aaron Glenn Deemed 'Best Fit' as Insiders Feel Jets Want Offensive-Minded HC

ESPN's Rich Cimini reported Sunday that New York Jets officials have not made it clear what they are looking for in their next head coach after firing Robert…

bleacherreport.com

Jaguars Make Perfect Sense as Trade Destination for Saints Star

The Jacksonville Jaguars need a whole lot of help defensively. That much should have been obvious when they surrendered 52 points to the Detroit Lions back in N

www.si.com

Jets Rumors: Aaron Glenn Had 'Really Strong' Interview; Among 'Hottest' Candidates

Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn reportedly had an impressive interview with the New York Jets regarding the team's head coaching vacancy. NFL…

bleacherreport.com

Lamar Jackson, Saquon Barkley headline AP 2024 NFL All-Pro first team

Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson edged Bills QB Josh Allen for the first team place on the 2024 AP All-Pro first team. Check out the full team.

www.usatoday.com

NFL playoffs live updates: Eagles lead Packers 7-0 early in first quarter

Latest news and live updates on the NFL playoffs on Wild Card Weekend after the end of regular-season play.

www.nbcnews.com

NFL playoffs: Ravens, Texans cruise into divisional round with big wins

Baltimore's Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry had huge performances while Houston's defense stepped up.

www.nbcnews.com

NFL to explore playoff format changes; division winners would not be assured home games: report

A recent report says the NFL may explore a change to its playoff format that could result in its division winners not hosting home games.

www.foxnews.com

NFL playoff winners and losers: Mike Tomlin, Justin Herbert flop on wild-card Saturday

The opening Saturday of the NFL playoffs' wild-card round wasn't heavy on drama, but there's still significant fallout from the day of action.

www.usatoday.com

How NFL Playoff Bracket Looks After Texans, Ravens Win Wild-Card Games

A look at how the NFL's postseason bracket is shaping up after the first day of wild-card weekend.

www.si.com

ARTICLES FROM NEWORLEANS.FOOTBALL (PAY SITE - SOME FREE CONTENT):

> Nick Underhill: Saints notes: Offense vs. non-offensive HC candidates; What really happened with the OC searches in '21 and '23

ARTICLES FROM SAINTS OFFICIAL SITE:

> Morning Break: Saints interview Aaron Glenn for head coach position

OTHER SOURCES:

> LouisianaSports.Net: JACKSON: Saints a better fit for head coach than expected

> WDSU: Superbowl Breakfast in New Orleans

> LouisianaSports.Net: Report: Saints to speak with Joe Brady next week

> LouisianaSports.Net: Patriots hire Saints head coach target Mike Vrabel

> AtoZ Sports: Dennis Allen tells everyone exactly what happened when he was fired by the Saints during the season

> LouisianaSports.Net: New Orleans Saints head coach power rankings

> NFL.com: Patriots hire Mike Vrabel as next head coach

PODCASTS & VIDEO:

.. Saints surprise McDonald's employees with 2024 Saintly Surprise awards

.. Why New Orleans Saints Are Better Fit For Aaron Glenn Than New York Jets

.. What do we think of Saints eyeing so many offensive coordinators?

.. Are Saints Preparing For WORST OFFSEASON EVER? | Will New Orleans Begin Complete Rebuild?

.. Cam Jordan Breaks Down What Makes Sean Payton One of the NFL's Best Coaches!

.. Dennis Allen FINALLY Speaks To Media After Firing In New Orleans | What Went Wrong with the Saints?

.. The Sports Coma with Big Q - Saints Coach Search Update & More

.. Should New Orleans Saints Hire Aaron Glenn as Head Coach?

> SAINTS DISCUSSION BOARD

Latest Saints News

Saints legend's new dream: Leading his alma mater to a national championship

59 minutes ago
News source: Darrion Gray
Replies: 0
Views: 24

Reggie Bush made his name as one of the most electrifying college football players of all time at University of Southern California before being drafted by the New Orleans Saints. Bush is now looking to make his return to his alma mater but as a head coach.

There’s precedent for his hope.

Deion Sanders recently rose to prominence for excelling with limited coaching experience at Jackson State before moving to the University of Colorado. Tennessee State hired Eddie George in 2021. This past offseason, Michael Vick (Norfolk State) and Desean Jackson (Deleware State) were also hired...

PFF shockingly lists Saints veteran as best TE in free agency

Today at 4:43 AM
News source: Dylan Sanders
Replies: 0
Views: 35

The New Orleans Saints waited years for Juwan Johnson to break out to become the star tight end they needed him to be. While he never really worked out with them, could he be on his way to a big pay day simply because of a weak market in free agency?

Pro Football Focus recently released their ranking of every tight end available this offseason and Juwan Johnson took the top spot. The players listed behind him are Mike Gesicki of the Cincinnati Bengals and Tyler Conklin from the New York Jets.

Johnson would not be viewed as the best player in every free agent class, but this certainly...

Report: Saints' interim coach already has his next job lined up

Yesterday at 7:23 PM
News source: John Sigler
Replies: 0
Views: 38

Here’s the big tell everyone was waiting for. Darren Rizzi appears to have his next job lined up after working as the New Orleans Saints interim head coach this season — NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports that Rizzi “is likely to become the new Broncos special teams coordinator.” Rizzi was brought to the Saints by Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton when he was running the operation in New Orleans, so it makes sense he would partner up again with Rizzi when given the chance.

Of course it isn’t as simple as Rizzi swapping his Saints hat for a Broncos cap and getting on a flight to Denver...

Darren Rizzi isn't going anywhere yet — but he's expected to have a landing spot in Denver.

Yesterday at 7:23 PM
News source: BY LUKE JOHNSON | Staff writer
Replies: 0
Views: 26

For the moment, Darren Rizzi is still employed by the New Orleans Saints.

ESPN: Chase Young open to Saints extension, but may 'opt for stability'

Yesterday at 5:33 PM
News source: Jeremy Trottier
Replies: 0
Views: 44

The New Orleans Saints have some interesting decisions to make when it comes to their 2025 free agency class. With 19 players set to be unrestricted free agents, there are a few near the top who are most definitely worth looking at retaining. One of those players is defensive end Chase Young, who had a solid season with the Saints in 2024, and according to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN, is open to sticking around:

In this article of the top 50 free agents, ESPN had ranked Young at No. 39 among his pending free agent peers.

Free agent contracts have always been nice to defensive ends, as their...

7-round Saints mock draft: What would Kellen Moore do?

Yesterday at 4:53 PM
News source: Jeremy Trottier
Replies: 0
Views: 65

The New Orleans Saints have a relatively clear frontrunner for the head coaching vacancy they have, and it is

Saints to meet with Kellen Moore again after Super Bowl, per reports

Yesterday at 4:53 PM
News source: Luke Hubbard
Replies: 0
Views: 32

The New Orleans Saints are the only team in the NFL who does not currently have a head coach. They’ve interview a bunch of candidates, but haven’t yet hired anybody. However, they have seemingly found their preferred target: Philadelphia Eagles Offensive Coordinator, Kellen Moore.

The Saints recently flew to Philly to meet with Moore after the NFC Championship game, and now they plan on speaking to him again after they play in the Super Bowl in New Orleans on February 9th, per Tom Pelissero.

The news came just hours after there were some reports that Moore might have second thoughts...

Report: Kellen Moore is already recruiting for his Saints coaching staff

Yesterday at 4:13 PM
News source: John Sigler
Replies: 0
Views: 98

All signs point to Kellen Moore becoming the next head coach of the New Orleans Saints — most critically, the fact general manager Mickey Loomis told other candidates in the race he’s waiting until after Super Bowl LIX to make a decision on who he’ll hire. That’s the soonest Moore could meet with the Saints again and agree to take the job, per NFL rules. So it’s increasingly looking more like a question of when, not if, he’ll be introduced to the Black and Gold.

And it may not take long for Moore to hire assistants. The Times-Picayune’s Matthew Paras reports that Moore “has been in...

Alontae Taylor received a bump in his base salary for 2025

Yesterday at 4:13 PM
News source: Jeremy Trottier
Replies: 0
Views: 29

The New Orleans Saints have had some great opportunities to develop defensive backs in the past few seasons, and one of the ones who has panned out well so far is Alontae Taylor. For this production and for being utilized at a high rate, he will receive a $1.66 million increase to his 2025 base salary due to what the NFL regards as the “Proven Performance Escalator”.

The report via Katherine Terrell of ESPN provides some context regarding what this escalator is, as it, “gives second to seventh round picks pay raises in their fourth year based on cumulative play time.”

When it comes down...

ESPN: Saints free agent could be one of the offseason's biggest earners

Yesterday at 4:13 PM
News source: Jeremy Trottier
Replies: 0
Views: 35

The New Orleans Saints have a wide variety of free agents hitting the market in 2025, and one of the most notable ones when it comes to projected value is cornerback Paulson Adebo. As his rookie-scale contract ends, he will now have the chance to work towards a long-term full-size contract, and Jeremy Fowler of ESPN has contacts around the league who believe he may be one of the best available:

When it comes to being top-three at your position in a free agency class, that comes with expectations on a contract value as well. ESPN ranked Adebo No. 44 on their free agency list of the top 50...

Saints plan to meet with Kellen Moore once again after the Super Bowl

Yesterday at 2:13 PM
News source: Jeremy Trottier
Replies: 0
Views: 50

The New Orleans Saints head coaching search may finally be coming to a close after Super Bowl LIX wraps up, as the Saints plan to interview Kellen Moore once again when the season wraps up, per NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero. This indicates that he is likely the frontrunner to become their next head coach for the 2025 season and beyond, as they finally begin to wrap up the search which has lasted far longer than any of the other teams did during this cycle.

Moore will have what could be his final game as a Philadelphia Eagles coach on Feb. 9 in Caesars Superdome, home of the Saints, where he...

Mickey Loomis has informed Saints coach candidates a decision will wait until after Super Bowl LIX

Yesterday at 2:13 PM
News source: John Sigler
Replies: 0
Views: 35

This is big. NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reported Friday afternoon that New Orleans Saints general manager Mickey Loomis informed several candidates in the team’s head coach search they’re effectively out of the race — and that “while there has been no final decision, he plans to continue discussions with Kellen Moore.”

The Philadelphia Eagles offensive coordinator cannot speak with the Saints again until after Super Bowl LIX, but Pelissero adds that a meeting has already been scheduled. Expect the Saints to formally hire Moore on or around Monday, Feb. 10 and announce him as the team’s...

Mickey Loomis tips his hand in Saints coaching search, wants to meet with Kellen Moore again

Yesterday at 2:12 PM
News source: BY MATTHEW PARAS | Staff writer
Replies: 0
Views: 31

Mickey Loomis appears to have tipped his hand to what the New Orleans Saints plan to do with their coaching search.

Where would Kellen Moore begin if he’s Saints next coach? Super Bowl talk: Dattitude, Ep. 339

Yesterday at 2:12 PM
News source: BY JIM DERRY | Dattitude Podcast Host
Replies: 0
Views: 21

Would Moore be ready to revamp things right away? How much freedom would he have? What would he do at QB? Larry Holder helps answer big questions.

Saints News

Former Saints Legends Show Strong Support For Aaron Glenn As Head Coach

Cameron Jordan joining CBS Sports playoff pregame show

Exclusive: Drew Brees explains why Aaron Glenn would be ‘great choice’ as Saints’ next head coach

Every Saints player entering the last year of their contract in 2025

Current salary cap space projections for Panthers (and NFL's other 31 teams) heading into 2025 offseason

Rumored Saints head coach target may hit the market this week

First Round Draft Bust Likely On Trade Block After Brutal Loss - Saints, Panthers Among Next Possible Teams

NFL analyst weighs in on if Saints should pick up Chris Olave’s fifth-year option

Report: Aaron Glenn Deemed 'Best Fit' as Insiders Feel Jets Want Offensive-Minded HC

Jaguars Make Perfect Sense as Trade Destination for Saints Star

Jets Rumors: Aaron Glenn Had 'Really Strong' Interview; Among 'Hottest' Candidates

Lamar Jackson, Saquon Barkley headline AP 2024 NFL All-Pro first team

NFL playoffs live updates: Eagles lead Packers 7-0 early in first quarter

NFL playoffs: Ravens, Texans cruise into divisional round with big wins

NFL to explore playoff format changes; division winners would not be assured home games: report

NFL playoff winners and losers: Mike Tomlin, Justin Herbert flop on wild-card Saturday

How NFL Playoff Bracket Looks After Texans, Ravens Win Wild-Card Games

Latest Saints News

Saints legend's new dream: Leading his alma mater to a national championship

PFF shockingly lists Saints veteran as best TE in free agency

Report: Saints' interim coach already has his next job lined up

Darren Rizzi isn't going anywhere yet — but he's expected to have a landing spot in Denver.

ESPN: Chase Young open to Saints extension, but may 'opt for stability'

7-round Saints mock draft: What would Kellen Moore do?

Saints to meet with Kellen Moore again after Super Bowl, per reports

Report: Kellen Moore is already recruiting for his Saints coaching staff

Alontae Taylor received a bump in his base salary for 2025

ESPN: Saints free agent could be one of the offseason's biggest earners

Saints plan to meet with Kellen Moore once again after the Super Bowl

Mickey Loomis has informed Saints coach candidates a decision will wait until after Super Bowl LIX

Mickey Loomis tips his hand in Saints coaching search, wants to meet with Kellen Moore again

Where would Kellen Moore begin if he’s Saints next coach? Super Bowl talk: Dattitude, Ep. 339

Latest Posts from our Message Boards

Share this page

Saints Team Information

Forum statistics