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Is New Orleans an attractive destination for a new head coach? Here's an overview of what the Saints have to offer, as well as the many challenges ahead.

By John Hendrix - Saints News Network | SI

The Saints will have plenty of time to find their next head coach, but are focusing on the rest of the season for now. At least, that's what they have said. General manager Mickey Loomis recently said they won't be real active finding the next guy. For now, Darren Rizzi is making tons of changes in the building that the players are responding well to during his interim tenure. Hopefully, that leads to a better product on the field when they take on the Falcons in the Superdome on Sunday.

Regardless of when the Saints choose to figure out how they're going to fill their head coaching vacancy, there's a lot that a new coach should consider before jumping into New Orleans. Yes, this is a good destination to come to, as the situation isn't as bleak as some make it out to be. Here's the facts on assessing the team's situation for next season.
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State of the Roster

Free Agents: Chase Young, DE (Void), Juwan Johnson, TE (Void), Payton Turner, DE, Willie Gay Jr., LB, Tanoh Kpassagnon, DE (Void), Oli Udoh, OL, Lucas Patrick, OL, Will Harris, S, Paulson Adebo, CB, Connor McGovern, OL, Adam Prentice, FB, Justin Herron, OL, Ugo Amadi, DB, Marquez Valdes-Scantling, WR, Shane Lemieux, OL, Nephi Sewell, LB (ERFA), Landon Young, OL

Of the free agents, Chase Young, Juwan Johnson, Willie Gay Jr. and Paulson Adebo could represent the top priority in re-signing. Adebo's unfortunate injury could have the Saints approach him with a one-year deal that could benefit both sides. Will Harris, Tanoh Kpassagnon, Landon Young, Lucas Patrick, Ugo Amadi and Adam Prentice would be in the next tier. The rest could possibly return, but they would be after the fact. Nephi Sewell is an easy one due to the ERFA tag.

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

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> Mike Triplett: Alvin Kamara knows people follow his lead, so he’s helping Darren Rizzi set a tone … and yeah, working on that body language thing too

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> Nike Underhill: What would have to happen for the Saints to secure a top-3 pick in the draft? How would the future look if they did?

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> Saints Morning Break: Alvin Kamara expected to break the rushing record for Week 10 at home

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> Gameday Entertainment: Saints vs. Falcons | 2024 NFL Week 10

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OTHER SOURCES:

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> WDSU: Here's how much tickets are going for the Saints vs. Falcons game

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> Atlanta Falcons: Analysis: Why the Falcons face a different Saints team in rematch

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PODCASTS & VIDEO:

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.. LIVE: Darren Rizzi Media Availability 11/8/2024

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.. Darren Rizzi on practice week, Falcons offense | New Orleans Saints

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.. 2024 Saucy Superstitions | New Orleans Saints

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.. Saints vs. Falcons Week 10 Practice Report 11/7/2024

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.. Shanle: Darren Rizzi has 'a legitimate chance' to win Saints full-time head coach job

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.. New Orleans Saints Enter Post-Dennis Allen Era With New Look Under Darren Rizzi

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.. Nov. 8: How will Saints change in Darren Rizzi's debut?

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.. Know Your Foe: Atlanta Falcons vs. New Orleans Saints Preview

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.. Chris Olave is going to take his time before returning to the field after suffering 2nd concussion

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.. Saints Embracing Change as Darren Rizzi Era Kicks Off, But Will it Matter?

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.. New Orleans Saints prepare for Falcons

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.. Fletcher Mackel talks Saints Cam Jordan playing time

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.. Cam Jordan talks Dennis Allen firing

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.. Should the Saints Avoid Hiring a Defensive Coordinator as Head Coach After Dennis Allen Failed?

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.. Michael Thomas SLAMS Derek Carr. It's a Saints DUMPSTER FIRE!

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.. Will Darren Rizzi Era Start With Saints Win Over Falcons?

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.. The Bayou Blitz Podcast - Ep. 134 - Courtney Roby Joins the Blitz

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.. Atlanta Falcons vs New Orleans Saints Predictions and Picks | 2024 NFL Week 10 Bets

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.. Atlanta Falcons vs New Orleans Saints BEST BETS! NFL Picks & Predictions | The Favorites Podcast

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.. Dattitude (307): Saints vs. Falcons preview ... new coach, new era

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