New Orleans Saints part ways with three assistant coaches

Danno · 01-16-2024, 02:27 PM

Originally Posted by TheOak

New Orleans Saints Head Coach Dennis Allen announced that the team has parted ways with Offensive Coordinator Pete Carmichael, Senior Offensive Assistant Bob Bicknell and Wide Receivers Coach Kodi Burns.

Its a good move only if we hire someone better.

Its a step in the right direction at least. OC was a major problem all season long.

TheOak · 01-16-2024, 03:31 PM

Originally Posted by Danno

Its a good move only if we hire someone better.

Its a step in the right direction at least. OC was a major problem all season long.

The ability to hire someone better is where the gray is for me. Who do we have that is capable of that task?

Gayle and Loomis identified Jeff Ireland, Dennis Lauscha, Khai Harley, and Michael Parenton as those who selected Dennis Allen. Should we expect the same quality of a decision for these three spots as they have for HC? Who is left that has the knowledge and understanding to identify the building blocks of our future offense?

According to Loomis, Dennis was selected because of his “leadership skills, teaching skills, and football acumen”. None of which has been on display the last two seasons.

SmashMouth · 01-16-2024, 03:34 PM

Originally Posted by TheOak

The ability to hire someone better is where the gray is for me. Who do we have that is capable of that task?

Gayle and Loomis identified Jeff Ireland, Dennis Lauscha, Khai Harley, and Michael Parenton as those who selected Dennis Allen. Should we expect the same quality of a decision for these three spots as they have for HC? Who is left that has the knowledge and understanding to identify the building blocks of our future offense?

According to Loomis, Dennis was selected because of his “leadership skills, teaching skills, and football acumen”. None of which has been on display the last two seasons.

Does Loomie get a piece of the Saints upon Gayle's passing? This rumor may point to his recent decision making.

TheOak · 01-16-2024, 06:53 PM

Originally Posted by SmashMouth

Does Loomie get a piece of the Saints upon Gayle's passing? This rumor may point to his recent decision making.

There is not a lot about this out there and it seems the last bit came out in 2021. Gayle’s succession names Dennis Lauscha as executor with Loomis and Bensel as alternates should Lauscha not be around.

If I ventured off into conspiracy theory land, Loomis has enough good standing with both the city and league to garner the favor and financial backing to make a run for the team. His net worth is +/- 80MM with 23 years with the Saints and 16 years with the Seahawks (nearly 40 years as an executive in the NFL). A lower valuation for the franchise works in his favor since his net assets are not what most team owners is.

Rugby Saint II · 01-16-2024, 03:37 PM

Originally Posted by TheOak

The ability to hire someone better is where the gray is for me. Who do we have that is capable of that task?

Gayle and Loomis identified Jeff Ireland, Dennis Lauscha, Khai Harley, and Michael Parenton as those who selected Dennis Allen. Should we expect the same quality of a decision for these three spots as they have for HC? Who is left that has the knowledge and understanding to identify the building blocks of our future offense?

According to Loomis, Dennis was selected because of his “leadership skills, teaching skills, and football acumen”. None of which has been on display the last two seasons.

When Payton left, apparently he took the leadership role with him. At this point I believe that the front office could use some new blood there too to help bring in a fresh perspective.....especially in the draft room!

01-16-2024, 02:27 PM	#1
Danno Truth Addict Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Spanish Fort, AL (via NO and B/R) Posts: 24,758	Re: New Orleans Saints part ways with three assistant coaches Originally Posted by TheOak New Orleans Saints Head Coach Dennis Allen announced that the team has parted ways with Offensive Coordinator Pete Carmichael, Senior Offensive Assistant Bob Bicknell and Wide Receivers Coach Kodi Burns. Its a good move only if we hire someone better. Its a step in the right direction at least. OC was a major problem all season long. Rugby Saint II likes this.

01-16-2024, 03:31 PM	#2
TheOak 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Cypress Tx. Posts: 19,059	Re: New Orleans Saints part ways with three assistant coaches Originally Posted by Danno Its a good move only if we hire someone better. Its a step in the right direction at least. OC was a major problem all season long. The ability to hire someone better is where the gray is for me. Who do we have that is capable of that task? Gayle and Loomis identified Jeff Ireland, Dennis Lauscha, Khai Harley, and Michael Parenton as those who selected Dennis Allen. Should we expect the same quality of a decision for these three spots as they have for HC? Who is left that has the knowledge and understanding to identify the building blocks of our future offense? According to Loomis, Dennis was selected because of his “leadership skills, teaching skills, and football acumen”. None of which has been on display the last two seasons. Rugby Saint II, dizzle88 and K Major like this.
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01-16-2024, 03:34 PM	#3
SmashMouth I donated, did you? Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Mandeville, LA Posts: 39,136 Blog Entries: 29	Re: New Orleans Saints part ways with three assistant coaches Originally Posted by TheOak The ability to hire someone better is where the gray is for me. Who do we have that is capable of that task? Gayle and Loomis identified Jeff Ireland, Dennis Lauscha, Khai Harley, and Michael Parenton as those who selected Dennis Allen. Should we expect the same quality of a decision for these three spots as they have for HC? Who is left that has the knowledge and understanding to identify the building blocks of our future offense? According to Loomis, Dennis was selected because of his “leadership skills, teaching skills, and football acumen”. None of which has been on display the last two seasons. Does Loomie get a piece of the Saints upon Gayle's passing? This rumor may point to his recent decision making.

01-16-2024, 06:53 PM	#4
TheOak 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Cypress Tx. Posts: 19,059	Re: New Orleans Saints part ways with three assistant coaches Originally Posted by SmashMouth Does Loomie get a piece of the Saints upon Gayle's passing? This rumor may point to his recent decision making. There is not a lot about this out there and it seems the last bit came out in 2021. Gayle’s succession names Dennis Lauscha as executor with Loomis and Bensel as alternates should Lauscha not be around. If I ventured off into conspiracy theory land, Loomis has enough good standing with both the city and league to garner the favor and financial backing to make a run for the team. His net worth is +/- 80MM with 23 years with the Saints and 16 years with the Seahawks (nearly 40 years as an executive in the NFL). A lower valuation for the franchise works in his favor since his net assets are not what most team owners is. Halo, SmashMouth and K Major like this.
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01-16-2024, 03:37 PM	#5
Rugby Saint II Bounty Money $$$ Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: 5800 Airline Dr. Metairie, LA. Posts: 24,200	Re: New Orleans Saints part ways with three assistant coaches Originally Posted by TheOak The ability to hire someone better is where the gray is for me. Who do we have that is capable of that task? Gayle and Loomis identified Jeff Ireland, Dennis Lauscha, Khai Harley, and Michael Parenton as those who selected Dennis Allen. Should we expect the same quality of a decision for these three spots as they have for HC? Who is left that has the knowledge and understanding to identify the building blocks of our future offense? According to Loomis, Dennis was selected because of his “leadership skills, teaching skills, and football acumen”. None of which has been on display the last two seasons. When Payton left, apparently he took the leadership role with him. At this point I believe that the front office could use some new blood there too to help bring in a fresh perspective.....especially in the draft room!