The New Orleans Saints had to push back their scheduled interviews due to inclement weather in Louisiana. It originally wasn’t believed to be a big deal, but the danger of rescheduling became apparent Wednesday.
There is a belief that Aaron Glenn prefers the New York Jets over the Saints, which is supported by Glenn interviewing in person in New York before making the trip to New Orleans. That belief shouldn’t waver just because Glenn hasn’t sign a contract with the Jets yet. There was also a belief Glenn wouldn’t get out of the building without agreeing to a deal.
However, that’s exactly what happened. Glenn walking out of New York without a deal changes the situation significantly. If weather didn’t shut down the airport, Glenn would have been in New Orleans on Wednesday.
There is always a chance Glenn and the Jets agreed to a deal on Wednesday before the interview, but the Saints most likely would have gotten their chance to meet with who appears to be their top guy.
Due to the rescheduling, Glenn may still not make it to New Orleans. The Jets won’t ease up on their pursuit, and now they have more days unopposed. If the interview with Glenn doesn’t happen until Friday, that gives the Jets a three day head start over the Saints.
Glenn leaving the Jets facility without a contract signed opened an unexpected, but not unbelievable, opportunity for the Saints. Unfortunately, weather keeps the Saints from capitalizing on it and has the potential to close their window.
