Saints Hire Eagles OC Kellen Moore as Head Coach Following Super Bowl Win

The New Orleans Saints have named Philadelphia Eagles offensive coordinator Kellen Moore as their new head coach, just two days after his offense helped secure a Super Bowl LIX victory over the Kansas City Chiefs.

Moore's Offensive Success By The Numbers

Since becoming an NFL offensive coordinator in 2019, Moore has established himself as one of the league's top offensive minds:

• Points Per Game: 26.4 (5th in NFL)

• Yards Per Game: 376.5 (5th in NFL)

• Total QBR: 62.1 (5th in NFL)

• 2024 Eagles Offense: 27.2 PPG (7th in regular season)

• Playoff Performance: 36.3 PPG (1st in NFL)

Immediate Challenges and Team Outlook

The 36-year-old Moore faces several significant challenges in New Orleans:

Salary Cap Issues

• Currently $50.3 million over the cap

• Six veteran players account for $140 million in 2025

• Derek Carr's $51.5 million cap hit (4th-highest in NFL)

Defensive Concerns

• Saints allowed 379.9 yards per game (3rd-worst in NFL)

• Brandon Staley expected to join as defensive coordinator

• Need for significant defensive personnel changes

Coaching Background and Experience

• 2019-2022: Dallas Cowboys offensive coordinator

• 2023: Los Angeles Chargers offensive coordinator

• 2024: Philadelphia Eagles offensive coordinator

• Former NFL quarterback (Lions, Cowboys)

• Transitioned to coaching after 2017 season

Saints' Leadership Perspective

"Through the search process, it became clear that Kellen is the right person to help us re-establish a winning program and culture that our fans are accustomed to and have come to expect," stated team owner Gayle Benson.

Immediate Roster Decisions

Key decisions facing Moore and the front office:

• Derek Carr's $30 million guarantee deadline (March 12)

• Veteran core restructuring:

  • Demario Davis (35)

  • Cameron Jordan (35)

  • Taysom Hill (34)

  • Tyrann Mathieu (32)

  • Ryan Ramczyk (30)

Historical Context

Moore becomes the first Saints head coach hired from outside the organization since Sean Payton in 2006. Like Payton, Moore brings an offensive background and arrives with coordinator experience, though in a different era of NFL football.

Looking Ahead

The Saints' decision to wait until after the Super Bowl to secure Moore demonstrates their commitment to landing their top target. With the NFL's youngest offensive mind at the helm, New Orleans now faces crucial months ahead as they attempt to rebuild while managing significant salary cap constraints.