Sun Feb 09 23:00:00 UTC 2025: ## Saints Expected to Hire Eagles Offensive Coordinator Kellen Moore as Head Coach

**New Orleans, LA –** The New Orleans Saints are poised to name Philadelphia Eagles offensive coordinator Kellen Moore their next head coach, sources told ESPN. The move is expected to be finalized after Super Bowl LIX, avoiding any potential league penalties for tampering.

Moore, who emerged as the top candidate after two interviews last month, is reportedly set for a significant salary increase, potentially tripling his current earnings. Sources indicate Moore is eager to accept the position, and the Saints are equally enthusiastic.

The Saints are taking extra precautions to ensure compliance with NFL rules, learning from the Arizona Cardinals’ recent tampering penalty involving Jonathan Gannon. This cautious approach explains the delay until after the Super Bowl.

Moore, despite lacking prior head coaching experience, boasts an impressive track record. He orchestrated the Eagles’ high-powered offense, which ranked eighth in the NFL in total yards this season and second in rushing. He impressed Saints General Manager Mickey Loomis and other team officials during his interviews.

The Saints’ search for a new head coach, following the mid-season firing of Dennis Allen, included several other candidates. These included Kliff Kingsbury (Commanders), Joe Brady (Bills), Aaron Glenn (now Jets head coach), Anthony Weaver (Dolphins), Mike Kafka (Giants), and Mike McCarthy (who opted out). Interim head coach Darren Rizzi also interviewed for the position.

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