EMERGENCY PODCAST: Sean Payton Has Retired as New Orleans Saints Head Coach

The New Orleans Saints head coaching position is now open for the first time in over 15 years. The With Sean Payton retiring, at least for the 2022 season, the Saints should focus on casting a very wide net to fill their open position. Payton could just be taking a year off, but the Saints should work hard to maximize their future in either case and remain as competitive as possible.

Names from across the NFL that are currently getting interviews will likely turn their heads down south now that a very desirable job has opened in the Big Easy. Bria Daboll, Eric Bienemy, Mike McDaniel, and other offensive minded coaches along with the defensive minded bunch including Aaron Glenn, Vance Joseph, and Brian Flores should all be under consideration.

If the Saints choose to stay in-house, they'll have to fight off some competition with defensive coordinator Dennis Allen receiving interest from the Chicago Bears and defensive backs coach Kris Richard engaged with the Pittsburgh Steelers and Baltimore Ravens who are each looking for their next DC. But if the Saints want, they could promote Dennis Allen to head coach, move Ryan Nielsen or Kris Richard up to defensive coordinator or make Richard their new assistant head coach. Internal offensive candidates like Pete Carmichael should get some attention as well.

What Sean Payton will be remembered for in New Orleans goes beyond their success on the field. He was a cultural figurehead for the organization that changed, healed, and promoted a community approach to the culture of the New Orleans Saints. He was also a championship for progressing the NFL's most damaged practices and led the charge in changing the way the game was perceived, positions were played, and more He'll be remember for his legacy in the NFL, beyond and within New Orleans if this is truly the end for his coaching career.

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