The New Orleans Saints are on track to hire Super Bowl LIX Champion Philadelphia Eagles Offensive Coordinator Kellen Moore as their new Head Coach. With Moore’s hiring all but certain, the focus shifts to who he’ll bring in to fill out his coaching staff for the 2025 season. A key position that has emerged as a likely candidate is Defensive Coordinator.
Brandon Staley, a former member of Vic Fangio’s coaching tree, has gained attention due to his long history with Moore and Fangio. With seven years of NFL experience, including stints as head coach of the Los Angeles Chargers and defensive coordinator for Sean McVay’s Rams team. Staley’s familiarity with Moore’s offense would make him a natural fit.
Other potential candidates include Derrick Ansley, who coached under Staley in Los Angeles, and John Timu, who has worked alongside Staley since 2021. Phil Galiano, currently the Saints’ assistant special teams coach, could also be in play. Meanwhile, Adam Henry’s experience coaching wide receivers would make him a strong candidate for that role.
Regardless of the final outcome, Kellen Moore is expected to assemble a staff with ties to his past, ensuring continuity and cohesion.
Source: https://www.canalstreetchronicles.com/2025/2/10/24362480/what-a-potential-kellen-moore-defensive-coaching-staff-could-look-like-for-the-saints