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NOT GOOD ENOUGH: Darren Rizzi has blown his chance of becoming Saints HC with MNF disaster as Board confirm Replacement

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NOT GOOD ENOUGH: Darren Rizzi has blown his chance of becoming Saints HC with MNF disaster as Board confirm Replacement

Considering how bad former New Orleans Saints coach Dennis Allen was, all anyone had to do to be an improvement over him was come in with a positive attitude and try to embody the opposite of what he stood for. Through his first few games, former special teams coordinator and interim head coach Darren Rizzi seemed to have that figured out.

Rizzi has gone 3-2 as Saints head coach, with one of his losses coming down to the final play against the Washington Commanders. Even in a market flooded with quality coaching candidates this cycle, Rizzi is doing his best to show the Saints he is the man for the job.

While few may have expected him to beat the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field in December, it was not unreasonable to expect a game where they weren’t down by three scores entering the third quarter as Green Bay dominated time of possession all game long.

Throw in some genuinely baffling clock management and two poor turnovers from rookie quarterback Spencer Rattler, and you get a performance so rotten that it may have singlehandedly taken Rizzi out of consideration for the permanent head coaching role.

Darren Rizzi may have blown his shot to become Saints head coach on MNF

Before the game, Adam Schefter had reported the Saints have a high degree of interest in Lions defensive coordinator and former New Orleans defensive backs coach Aaron Glenn as their next leading man. Former Titans head coach Mike Vrabel is also getting some consideration.

Up against names like that, Rizzi is facing long odds. Rizzi needed to sell ownership on the idea that keeping some vestiges of the Allen era is the best long-term strategy for this team. After nights like this, it will be incredibly hard to make a compelling argument.

To be fair to Rizzi, he hasn’t been dealt a winning hand. Derek Carr’s injury has forced him to yo-yo between a rookie in Rattler and a player in Jake Haener who has proven to be inferior when compared to Rattler. With a barren roster complete with holes all over the defense, any coach would find it tough to win.

Still, this is a results-based business, and Rizzi getting smacked around like this on national TV could be one of the great lowlights in a difficult season for fans. Rizzi will probably be coaching his final two games with the Saints as the year winds to a close.

 

 

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UNACCEPTED: In a bold move that sent shockwaves through NFL community, Raiders HC Antonio Pierce boldly denies GM’s request to bring back former……

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UNACCEPTED: In a bold move that sent shockwaves through NFL community, Raiders HC Antonio Pierce boldly denies GM’s request to bring back former……

In a bold and unexpected move that has sent shockwaves through the NFL community, Las Vegas Raiders Head Coach Antonio Pierce has publicly denied a request from General Manager Dave Ziegler to bring back a former coach to the organization. Sources close to the situation report that Ziegler had hoped to rehire the coach, but Pierce, in a rare display of autonomy, firmly rejected the idea.

The decision has raised eyebrows across the league, as many had expected a different course of action. However, Pierce’s move is seen as a sign of his growing influence within the franchise, asserting his vision for the team without looking back at past leadership.

While the identity of the former coach in question has not been disclosed, speculation is rampant. Fans and analysts alike are questioning how this decision will affect the Raiders’ future, especially after a rocky start to the season.

Pierce, who took over as head coach earlier in the season, has already shown his willingness to make tough decisions, including a revamp of the team’s roster. This latest development further highlights his commitment to reshaping the Raiders in his image and not relying on past patterns.

The tension between Pierce and Ziegler, if true, may raise concerns about the future dynamic between the two key figures in the organization. With a pivotal offseason ahead, the Raiders are now left to grapple with the fallout from this bold stand, which has already become a talking point across NFL circles.

As the season progresses, all eyes will be on Pierce to see how his leadership and decisions will impact the Raiders’ chances for success moving forward.

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BREAKING: Raiders Land Sought-After QB Thanks to Titans in New NFL Mock Draft

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BREAKING: Raiders Land Sought-After QB Thanks to Titans in New NFL Mock Draft

The Las Vegas Raiders no longer control their destiny when it comes to getting the No. 1 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. As of now, they’ll be picking No. 6 in the draft, according to Tankathon.

This will throw a wrench in the Raiders’ likely plan to add a franchise quarterback. However, it won’t be impossible but general manager Tom Telesco might need to trade up. Nick Baumgardner of The Athletic believes the Tennessee Titans could be a potential trade partner if they end up picking ahead of Las Vegas.

In his latest mock draft, he projected the Raiders to trade with the Titans to move up to No. 4 and draft Colorado quarter-back Shedeur Sanders.

“Ameer Abdullah’s game-winning TD Sunday did some real damage to Las Vegas’ shot at an easy path to a new QB in this draft,” Baumgardner wrote in a Dec. 24 mock draft. “If the draft started today, the Raiders would be picking No. 6, behind both the Giants and Tennessee — the Titans, like the Giants, absolutely need a quarterback and could well be interested in either Sanders or Ward.

“But the Raiders really need a quarterback. And though that win over Jacksonville certainly could make that pursuit a bit more complicated, the good news for Las Vegas is it has plenty of draft capital this year, including four picks in the top 75. If the Raiders have to make a deal, they can.”

Shedeur Sanders Not a Top-10 Prospect

If the Raiders end up picking outside of the top five, it’s possible that they have helped themselves avoid making a reach. Many expect Las Vegas to be interested in Sanders and there’s a strong argument that he’s the best quarterback prospect in the class.

The problem is that not many believe he’s one of the best players in the draft. The Atheltic’s Dane Brugler has Sanders ranked as the 23rd-best prospect in the draft.

“There is a lot to like about Sanders’ package of skills,” Brugler wrote in his Nov. 12 big board. “He is poised, tough and accurate with a natural feel for touch and layering the football. But one of the main concerns is the inconsistent way he manages the pocket, drifting or welcoming negative plays by holding onto the football. (The blame for the number of sacks Sanders has taken at Colorado doesn’t entirely fall on the offensive line.)

“Sanders reminds me of Jordan Love, but without the high-end physical traits, because they both use athletic movements to skillfully access different throwing platforms. Sanders doesn’t have Love’s size or arm strength, however, which is a concern when playing that style of game. Nonetheless, Sanders’ ball placement and toughness will give him a chance to become an established NFL starter.”

Quarterback Makes a Big Difference

It would be a big reach to use a top-five draft pick on a player who isn’t considered one of the 20 best players in the class. That said, quarterback is easily the most important position in the NFL.

The Raiders have had subpar quarterback play this season, which is a big reason why they’ve only won three games. Going after Sanders might be a reach but if they believe he’s a significant upgrade over what they have at the position, they have to do what they can to get him.

 

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WORSE THAN YOU THINK: New Orleans Saints Interim Head Coach Darren Rizzi reacts to Saints DE Chase Young Demands

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WORSE THAN YOU THINK: New Orleans Saints Interim Head Coach Darren Rizzi reacts to Saints DE Chase Young Demands

Saints defensive end Chase Young, who recently declared that he “must complete what he started.” Young’s cryptic statement, hinting at an ambitious goal he believes is unfinished, has generated significant buzz in the team’s locker room.

“I’m going to say this: it’s worse than you think,” Rizzi said during a press conference. “Chase is a man of his word, and when he says he has something to finish, we all know he’s going to give everything he has to do it. Whether it’s on the field or in the locker room, his drive is palpable, and we’re all feeling the intensity of that statement.”

The comments come as the Saints are in the midst of preparations for a critical stretch of their season, and Young, who joined the team earlier this year, has become one of the key players on the defensive line. His performance has been exceptional, but his remark about completing a personal mission has left many wondering about his larger objectives.

Rizzi emphasized that the team respects Young’s mindset and expects it to fuel his play as the season moves forward. “He’s got a chip on his shoulder, and that’s what we want from every guy on this team. It’s about finishing what we started as a unit, and Chase is a guy we can rally behind.”

With the Saints striving for a playoff spot, Young’s unyielding attitude has quickly become a rallying cry for the defense, as the team looks to build momentum in the weeks to come.

 

 

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