All signs point to the New Orleans Saints hiring Kellen Moore as head coach once the Philadelphia Eagles are finished in Super Bowl LIX, but who would be calling his defense? Moore has said he’d continue calling plays on offense, if he’s hired as a head coach somewhere (like New Orleans), so it’s critical that he get the defensive coordinator hire right. Whether it’s an experienced assistant, a former head coach, or someone younger with a fresh perspective, finding the right fit on the other side of the ball may determine if Moore lasts. Assuming the Saints do hire him, afte rall.
With that in mind, we’ve ranked five candidates for the job from most- to least-likely: