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The New Orleans Saints firing of head coach Dennis Allen has finally prompted the discussion many Saints fans have wanted to have for a few months now, who are the options at head coach? The internal candidate attempt did not work with Allen, and now they will likely end up looking externally after the season to find their full-time replacement. With Darren Rizzi taking over as the interim head coach, they will make the decision on whether he is worth keeping long-term or if an external candidate is worth pursuing instead this time.
Here are some of the best fits for the head coaching gig in no particular order:
1. Ben Johnson – Detroit Lions offensive coordinator
Likely the most prominent option in this upcoming class of head coaching options, Ben Johnson has been a very notable candidate for a few years now. The Detroit Lions have had an absolutely monstrous offense in 2024, and have proven that they will be one of the contenders to come out of the NFC this year for the Super Bowl. With Johnson working under former Saints coach Dan Campbell currently, he may have some scheming DNA from the Saints already tied into his play calling, but he will most definitely be a hard catch. Any team with a head coaching vacancy this offseason will likely take a shot at Johnson, and at the moment the Saints may not be the most desirable landing spot. Regardless, if they could land him, it would be an immediate long-term upgrade and give the Saints a shot every year to be competitive.
2. Todd Monken – Baltimore Ravens offensive coordinator
Oct 13, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) greets offensive coordinator Todd Monken prior…
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Author : Saints Wire
Publish date : 2024-11-04 16:28:29
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