Saints fire Dennis Allen after losing streak during his third season leading team
New Orleans Saints fire head coach Dennis Allen
The New Orleans Saints have fired head coach Dennis Allen after a disappointing 3-6 start to the 2022 season. Allen was hired in 2022 after Sean Payton stepped down following 15 seasons with the team. During his two seasons in charge, the Saints went 13-19 and failed to make the playoffs.
The Saints' struggles this season have been well-documented. New Orleans has lost five of its last six games, including a 24-0 shutout against the San Francisco 49ers in Week 10. The team has also been plagued by injuries, with starting quarterback Jameis Winston and wide receiver Michael Thomas missing significant time.
Allen's firing comes as no surprise. The Saints have been one of the worst teams in the NFL this season, and Allen has been unable to turn things around. New Orleans is now 0-5 in NFC South games and has a tough schedule remaining, with games against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Atlanta Falcons, Cleveland Browns, and Carolina Panthers still to come.
What's next for the Saints?
The Saints will now begin a search for a new head coach. Several candidates could be considered, including former Saints assistant head coach Joe Vitt and former Saints defensive coordinator Gregg Williams.
The Saints will also need to address several other issues this offseason. The team's defense has been one of the worst in the NFL this season, and the offense has struggled to score points. The Saints also have several key players set to become free agents, including running back Alvin Kamara and wide receiver Jarvis Landry.
The Saints have a lot of work to do this offseason, but they have a talented roster and a lot of potential. With a new head coach and a few key additions, the Saints could be a contender in the NFC South next season.
Conclusion
The firing of Dennis Allen was a necessary move for the New Orleans Saints. The team has struggled mightily this season, and Allen was unable to turn things around. The Saints will now begin a search for a new head coach and will need to address several other issues this offseason. However, the Saints have a lot of talent on their roster and could be a contender in the NFC South next season with a few key additions.
