Underhill: Saints are interviewing probably 12 coaches [Tracker: 8 confirmed interviews] (170 Viewers)

[Hedon James]

That's fair. I've got a little more faith in him, but mostly because I understood his patience w/ Allen. There were times I didn't agree w/ it, but half the battle is understanding. I think somethign that doesn't get mentioned enough about him is his inherent competitiveness. I don't think people realize that tanking or tearing it all down, goes against who he is.

However, I can tell that the way he approached the 2024 season, was different than he'd approached seasons in the past. The "one player away" mantra that we'd been operating in that typically saw us make a splash FA signing or two + a trade up for a very specific talent didn't happen. In 2022 it was Olave/Penning, in 2023 it was Carr.

2024 saw a subtle admission that whatever window they thought they had or potentially could have....isn't there. They were willing to trade back (Rams), they traded Marshon mid season (Loomis is typically a buyer at trade deadline, think Eli Apple) and their FA classes was subtle, unless you want to say Chase Young was some type of headline grab. They payed him market value on a 1 year prove it deal that had a ton of incentives in it. Mickey don't trade back, Mickey don't sell at trade deadline, Mickey don't sign 2nd and 3rd tier FA...Bo know this.

Thats Loomis proving he can move differently and admit mistakes...even when people are not viewing those actions as such.

Those are all fair observations and comments also. I don't know you're wrong...in fact, I truly hope you're right. i look at those highlights and question whether those actions were purposeful decisions by Loomis, or were the default actions he handcuffed himself with. I'm not sure he had a CHOICE? But I see what you pointed out and acknowledge it happened. My only other comment/question is "was that a 1-year anomaly? or was it the next step to getting the cap 'right' again?"

Maybe you're just ahead of me on the curve, but I'm not there yet. I like your take, though, and I sincerely hope you are correct. I WANT to believe what you believe, but can't (yet?). My confidence in Loomis has been shaken BADLY....by Loomis myself....and I need to see more before my faith & confidence in him is restored.

 

[MikeyF]

Saints Complete HC Interview With Giants OC Mike Kafka

According to Nick Underhill, the Saints have completed an interview with Giants OC Mike Kafka for their HC vacancy. The following is an update on the Saints

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[soggymoss84]