New Orleans Saints Coaching Search: NFL Insiders' Insight On What GM Loomis Might Do
Mar 11, 2023; Metairie, LA, USA; New Orleans Saints general manager Mickey Loomis looks on at Ochsner Sports Performance Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images
When it's all said and done, Saints GM Mickey Loomis might stick with familiarity for the next head coach.
By John Hendrix - Saints News Network | SI
The Saints season is almost at an end, and they're going to be tasked with a lot in the offseason. The main priority will be filling their vacant head coaching position, and NFL Network's Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero shared some insight on what New Orleans might do Saturday morning.
The Saints have begun gathering background on candidates to replace former head coach Dennis Allen, who was fired Nov. 4. The feeling in league circles is that general manager Mickey Loomis will lean towards someone he knows, with Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn -- who narrowly lost out to Allen last time around -- a frequent name mentioned. Interim coach Darren Rizzi is beloved in the building and expected to be a candidate, especially with the way a locker room decimated by injuries has continued to fight for him. Mike McCarthy and Bills OC Joe Brady have Saints roots, too. But the team is looking into all the top candidates.
Glenn continues to be the hottest name linked to the Saints, and it makes sense. New Orleans has also been tied to Mike Vrabel, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Bills offensive coordinator Joe Brady was one of the top betting odds favorites.
Over a month ago, I looked at some of the coaching candidates the Saints could consider. Darren Rizzi, Glenn and Vrabel were three of my top-tier guys, while Brady was in the next tier. Rizzi's interim tenure might not be enough to make him the guy. It's interesting to see Mike McCarthy even mentioned here, but New Orleans should cast a wide net and maybe familiarity isn't the best way to go. ...
Read the Full Story - Saints News Network | SI
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https://www.si.com/nfl/saints/news/...an-take-away-another-lost-season-01jfrdphjtrf
https://saintsreport.com/threads/saints-tweets-and-media-friday-12-27-2024.517776/
https://www.si.com/nfl/saints/news/revisiting-saints-biggest-what-ifs-of-the-2024-season
https://www.si.com/nfl/saints/news/...mara-carr-four-ruled-out-week-17-01jg4v7a181m
https://www.si.com/nfl/raiders/news/raiders-chances-to-face-former-qb-carr-in-jeopardy-01jg2zj9fdz1
https://www.si.com/nfl/saints/news/...ity-mvp-special-holiday-luncheon-01jg4dx9jhbc
https://www.si.com/nfl/raiders/news...p-to-new-orleans-could-be-costly-01jg0s5w7jwk
https://www.si.com/nfl/raiders/news/are-raiders-catching-saints-at-the-right-time-01jg1wnp6p1z
https://www.si.com/nfl/commanders/n...-marshon-lattimore-status-revealed-vs-falcons
https://www.inkl.com/news/new-orleans-saints-have-zero-pass-rushers-ranked-among-the-nfl-s-top-32
https://sportsnaut.com/new-orleans-saints-nfl-worst-coaching-vacancy/
ARTICLES FROM NEWORLEANS.FOOTBALL (PAY SITE - SOME FREE CONTENT):
> Mike Triplett: Cam Jordan intends to play next year – whether he’s in the Saints’ plans or not
ARTICLES FROM SAINTS OFFICIAL SITE:
> New Orleans Saints legend Jahri Evans named one of 15 finalists for Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2025
> Key Ingredients to Victory: Saints vs. Raiders | 2024 NFL Week 17
> Saints Morning Break: Derek Carr, Alvin Kamara, Erik McCoy, and Lucas Patrick ruled out for Sunday's game against the Raiders
> New Orleans Saints offensive line faces latest change entering home finale against Raiders
> Saints Friday Injury Report: 2024 Week 17 vs. Las Vegas Raiders
> Five things to know about the New Orleans Saints for Friday, Dec. 27
> New Orleans Saints mourn the loss of CBS Sports broadcaster Greg Gumbel
> Derek Carr named NFLPA Community MVP for Week 17
> Saints vs. Raiders | 2024 NFL Week 17 | Gameday Guide
OTHER SOURCES:
> Louisiana Sports Net: Report: Loomis expected to hire coach ‘he knows’
> Louisiana Sports Net: JACKSON: Saints desperately trying to get evaluation on Rattler
> AtoZ Sports: Saints expert provides insight on their season ahead of matchup vs. Las Vegas Raiders
> Louisiana Sports Net: Carr out against Raiders, Rattler to make fifth start
> Sportskeeda: New Orleans Saints Week 17 injury report: Latest on Derek Carr, Alvin Kamara, and more
PODCASTS & VIDEO:
.. Q Myers on Saints Podcast | December 27, 2024 | New Orleans Saints Podcast
.. How New Orleans Saints can defeat Las Vegas Raiders in Week 17
.. Spencer Rattler on Raiders defense, Foster Moreau | New Orleans Saints
.. Cesar Ruiz on Raiders defense, final home game | New Orleans Saints
.. Phil Galiano on punting, kickoff returns | New Orleans Saints
.. Klint Kubiak on Foster Moreau, Spencer Rattler | New Orleans Saints
.. Joe Woods on Brock Bowers, tackling | New Orleans Saints
.. Raiders vs. Saints Week 17 Practice Report 12/27/2024
.. Adam Amin on Saints Podcast | December 26, 2024 | New Orleans Saints Podcast
.. New Orleans Saints Season-Long Injury Problems Continue With Carr, Kamara, McCoy & More
.. Saints QB Spencer Rattler talks adversity on offense and home finale vs. Raiders
.. Way-too-early odds on Saints coaching candidates
.. NickCast: Erik McCoy injury brings major issues
.. Fallout From Saints MNF Debacle: Time To (finally) Burn it All Down?
.. Saints VS Raiders Set For UGLY Game? | How Mickey Loomis Has RUINED Football In New Orleans!
.. Know Your Foe: New Orleans Saints vs Las Vegas Raiders Preview | Can Saints Win In Final Home Game?
.. The Bayou Blitz - Ep. 145 - What to Watch For in Saints Final Two Games
.. Can Spencer Rattler Be Saints QB Of The Future?! | New Orleans Set For Major Rebuild?
.. The Saints' problem with young players
.. Multiple Starters Ruled OUT For NFL Week 17 vs. Raiders
.. New Orleans Saints vs. Las Vegas Raiders Preview | Spencer Rattler's Chances At Franchise QB Gone?
.. Vrabel, Glenn frontrunners for Saints head coach job?
.. Should Derek Carr, Alvin Kamara, and Chris Olave come back this season?
.. Is the 2024 New Orleans Saints the Worst Saints Roster Ever?
> SAINTS DISCUSSION BOARD
Mar 11, 2023; Metairie, LA, USA; New Orleans Saints general manager Mickey Loomis looks on at Ochsner Sports Performance Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images
When it's all said and done, Saints GM Mickey Loomis might stick with familiarity for the next head coach.
By John Hendrix - Saints News Network | SI
The Saints season is almost at an end, and they're going to be tasked with a lot in the offseason. The main priority will be filling their vacant head coaching position, and NFL Network's Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero shared some insight on what New Orleans might do Saturday morning.
The Saints have begun gathering background on candidates to replace former head coach Dennis Allen, who was fired Nov. 4. The feeling in league circles is that general manager Mickey Loomis will lean towards someone he knows, with Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn -- who narrowly lost out to Allen last time around -- a frequent name mentioned. Interim coach Darren Rizzi is beloved in the building and expected to be a candidate, especially with the way a locker room decimated by injuries has continued to fight for him. Mike McCarthy and Bills OC Joe Brady have Saints roots, too. But the team is looking into all the top candidates.
Glenn continues to be the hottest name linked to the Saints, and it makes sense. New Orleans has also been tied to Mike Vrabel, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Bills offensive coordinator Joe Brady was one of the top betting odds favorites.
Over a month ago, I looked at some of the coaching candidates the Saints could consider. Darren Rizzi, Glenn and Vrabel were three of my top-tier guys, while Brady was in the next tier. Rizzi's interim tenure might not be enough to make him the guy. It's interesting to see Mike McCarthy even mentioned here, but New Orleans should cast a wide net and maybe familiarity isn't the best way to go. ...
Read the Full Story - Saints News Network | SI
MORE SAINTS RELATED NEWS:
https://www.si.com/nfl/saints/news/...closer-pro-football-hall-of-fame-01jg6z5tacrb
https://fansided.com/why-saints-should-not-move-on-from-derek-carr-in-offseason
https://www.inkl.com/news/saints-raiders-will-be-one-of-the-least-watched-games-in-week-17
https://www.si.com/nfl/saints/news/...an-take-away-another-lost-season-01jfrdphjtrf
https://saintsreport.com/threads/saints-tweets-and-media-friday-12-27-2024.517776/
https://www.si.com/nfl/saints/news/revisiting-saints-biggest-what-ifs-of-the-2024-season
https://www.si.com/nfl/saints/news/...mara-carr-four-ruled-out-week-17-01jg4v7a181m
https://www.si.com/nfl/raiders/news/raiders-chances-to-face-former-qb-carr-in-jeopardy-01jg2zj9fdz1
https://www.si.com/nfl/saints/news/...ity-mvp-special-holiday-luncheon-01jg4dx9jhbc
https://www.si.com/nfl/raiders/news...p-to-new-orleans-could-be-costly-01jg0s5w7jwk
https://www.si.com/nfl/raiders/news/are-raiders-catching-saints-at-the-right-time-01jg1wnp6p1z
https://www.si.com/nfl/commanders/n...-marshon-lattimore-status-revealed-vs-falcons
https://www.inkl.com/news/new-orleans-saints-have-zero-pass-rushers-ranked-among-the-nfl-s-top-32
https://sportsnaut.com/new-orleans-saints-nfl-worst-coaching-vacancy/
ARTICLES FROM NEWORLEANS.FOOTBALL (PAY SITE - SOME FREE CONTENT):
> Mike Triplett: Cam Jordan intends to play next year – whether he’s in the Saints’ plans or not
ARTICLES FROM SAINTS OFFICIAL SITE:
> New Orleans Saints legend Jahri Evans named one of 15 finalists for Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2025
> Key Ingredients to Victory: Saints vs. Raiders | 2024 NFL Week 17
> Saints Morning Break: Derek Carr, Alvin Kamara, Erik McCoy, and Lucas Patrick ruled out for Sunday's game against the Raiders
> New Orleans Saints offensive line faces latest change entering home finale against Raiders
> Saints Friday Injury Report: 2024 Week 17 vs. Las Vegas Raiders
> Five things to know about the New Orleans Saints for Friday, Dec. 27
> New Orleans Saints mourn the loss of CBS Sports broadcaster Greg Gumbel
> Derek Carr named NFLPA Community MVP for Week 17
> Saints vs. Raiders | 2024 NFL Week 17 | Gameday Guide
OTHER SOURCES:
> Louisiana Sports Net: Report: Loomis expected to hire coach ‘he knows’
> Louisiana Sports Net: JACKSON: Saints desperately trying to get evaluation on Rattler
> AtoZ Sports: Saints expert provides insight on their season ahead of matchup vs. Las Vegas Raiders
> Louisiana Sports Net: Carr out against Raiders, Rattler to make fifth start
> Sportskeeda: New Orleans Saints Week 17 injury report: Latest on Derek Carr, Alvin Kamara, and more
PODCASTS & VIDEO:
.. Q Myers on Saints Podcast | December 27, 2024 | New Orleans Saints Podcast .. How New Orleans Saints can defeat Las Vegas Raiders in Week 17 .. Spencer Rattler on Raiders defense, Foster Moreau | New Orleans Saints .. Cesar Ruiz on Raiders defense, final home game | New Orleans Saints.. Phil Galiano on punting, kickoff returns | New Orleans Saints.. Klint Kubiak on Foster Moreau, Spencer Rattler | New Orleans Saints.. Joe Woods on Brock Bowers, tackling | New Orleans Saints.. Raiders vs. Saints Week 17 Practice Report 12/27/2024.. Adam Amin on Saints Podcast | December 26, 2024 | New Orleans Saints Podcast .. New Orleans Saints Season-Long Injury Problems Continue With Carr, Kamara, McCoy & More .. Saints QB Spencer Rattler talks adversity on offense and home finale vs. Raiders .. Way-too-early odds on Saints coaching candidates.. NickCast: Erik McCoy injury brings major issues.. Fallout From Saints MNF Debacle: Time To (finally) Burn it All Down? .. Saints VS Raiders Set For UGLY Game? | How Mickey Loomis Has RUINED Football In New Orleans!.. Know Your Foe: New Orleans Saints vs Las Vegas Raiders Preview | Can Saints Win In Final Home Game?.. The Bayou Blitz - Ep. 145 - What to Watch For in Saints Final Two Games.. Can Spencer Rattler Be Saints QB Of The Future?! | New Orleans Set For Major Rebuild? .. The Saints' problem with young players.. Multiple Starters Ruled OUT For NFL Week 17 vs. Raiders.. New Orleans Saints vs. Las Vegas Raiders Preview | Spencer Rattler's Chances At Franchise QB Gone? .. Vrabel, Glenn frontrunners for Saints head coach job? .. Should Derek Carr, Alvin Kamara, and Chris Olave come back this season? .. Is the 2024 New Orleans Saints the Worst Saints Roster Ever? > SAINTS DISCUSSION BOARD