The New Orleans Saints are, in fact, requesting an interview with Washington Commanders offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury. New reporting from NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport and NewOrleans.Football’s Mike Triplett confirms their interest in the former Cardinals head coach, as NFL insider Josina Anderson said earlier this week.
Kingsbury didn’t have a ton of success as the Arizona Cardinals head coach, but he’s shown a knack for developing young quarterbacks and his work with Commanders rookie Jayden Daniels has put him back on the NFL’s radar. Whether the Saints are looking to maximize Derek Carr’s potential, help Spencer Rattler round out his game, or target another passer in this year’s NFL draft, Kingsbury could be a good fit.
We’ll see how it goes. Washington is preparing for a playoff push after their surprisingly strong season and a win or two would really strengthen Kingsbury’s resume. As for his ties to the Saints? He spent the 2004 season on their practice squad as a quarterback and returned for their 2005 training camp, though he didn’t make the team. Maybe that history means something to longtime general manager Mickey Loomis.
