The New Orleans Saints continue their pursuit of a new head coach.
The Dennis Allen debacle had a predictable ending, and with the team entering limbo right now, they need to find someone who can hold down the fort and bridge what will most likely be a transition era.
Notably, it seems like they’ve been very impressed by Anthony Weaver.
According to a report by Tom Pelissero of the NFL Network, the team will interview the Miami Dolphins defensive coordinator for a second time regarding their head coaching vacancy.
The #Saints are bringing in #Dolphins DC Anthony Weaver for a second interview for their head coaching job on Wednesday, per sources.
Weaver impressed in multiple interviews with Washington and Atlanta last year, and now is in the final round again. pic.twitter.com/IWho14Pyxg
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) January 20, 2025
The 44-year-old has been a hot commodity around the league for quite a while now, as he also interviewed for the Chicago Bears head coaching position.
Weaver was also in the mix to get the job with the Atlanta Falcons and Washington Commanders last season.
He’s well known for his defensive expertise.
Weaver spent three seasons coaching under John Harbaugh and turning the Baltimore Ravens’ defense into one of the best in the league.
He was also solid last season, as the Dolphins finished with the fourth-fewest yards allowed during the campaign.
However, reports state that he’s really enjoyed his time with Mike McDaniel.
Thus, he could follow Ben Johnson’s example last season, withdrawing himself from consideration for a head coaching vacancy and staying put in South Florida for another season.
The Saints finished the season with a 5-12 record and have more questions than answers right now, so whoever gets the job will have their work cut out for them.
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