The Chicago Bears have officially appointed their new head coach, while the New York Jets are reportedly leaning towards selecting Aaron Glenn, the defensive coordinator of the Detroit Lions, for their vacant head coaching position. This development raises questions about the potential hiring of Glenn by the New Orleans Saints, who were also considered strong candidates for Glenn. Meanwhile, former Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy is pursuing an in-person interview with the Saints, following a recent interview with the Bears.
McCarthy, known for his success with the Cowboys, has a notable history with the Saints, having served as their offensive coordinator from 2000 to 2004. However, the Saints are currently facing delays in their interview schedule due to a winter storm, which has postponed all upcoming discussions. Glenn is still slated for a second interview with the Saints after previously interviewing virtually during the Lions' playoff run. However, he has emerged as a favorite for the Jets' head coaching job.
In addition to Glenn and McCarthy, several other candidates remain in contention for the Saints' head coach position, including Joe Brady from the Buffalo Bills, Anthony Weaver from the Miami Dolphins, Mike Kafka from the New York Giants, Kellen Moore from the Philadelphia Eagles, and Darren Rizzi, the interim coach for the Saints. Notably, both Brady and Moore are still active in the postseason, competing for a chance to reach Super Bowl LIX.
