As the clock ticks down to Super Bowl LIX, the air crackles with anticipation for the rematch between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs. While players prepare to battle for the Lombardi Trophy, the coaches are hoping their meticulous game plans will lead to victory. But beyond the field, whispers are circulating about the future of the league, with many eyes on Kellen Moore and how his career trajectory may impact the NFL landscape.

According to NFL Journalist Nick Underhill on X, “I’m told that Kellen Moore is expected to fly back to Philadelphia with the Eagles after this game, and then the process for becoming the next Saints head coach will continue after that.” This suggests that the Eagles offensive coordinator is the frontrunner to become the New Orleans Saints‘ next head coach. It appears to be a likely deal, pending any unforeseen complications in contract negotiations after the Super Bowl.

The Saints are proceeding cautiously, ensuring they adhere to all regulations to avoid potential penalties. This heightened vigilance comes after the Arizona Cardinals faced repercussions for tampering with Jonathan Gannon. The buzz is that Moore’s salary could more than double, possibly even triple!

Moore has already garnered attention as a successful play-caller, guiding the Philadelphia Eagles‘ offense to an impressive eighth-place ranking in the NFL, amassing 367.2 yards per game, and securing the second spot in rushing with 179.3 yards per game. At Super Bowl Opening Night, Moore reflected on his journey, stating, “I was fortunate to go to Los Angeles and come to Philadelphia and grow. Each and every stop you’re around a bunch of different people…And so I’ve been fortunate to be around some great people, team up with them, and continue to evolve and prepare myself.”

The Saints, who haven’t reached the playoffs since 2020, are banking on Moore to inject much-needed offensive firepower. However, the question remains: can he truly fill the void left by the legendary Sean Payton? Only time will reveal whether Moore can guide the Saints back to championship contention.

Moore’s leaves a subtle message to the Eagles

Eagles offensive coordinator Kellen Moore isn’t sweating Steve Spagnuolo’s famed defense. On February 4, ‘SportsRadio 810’ asked him about it, to which Moore confidently stated, “I think the defense is really tied together; they don’t make a bunch of mistakes. He’s gonna stress you, giving you some challenges that maybe you haven’t seen, but yeah, we’re prepared for those things.” And the numbers back it up – that Chiefs D is no joke, allowing a stingy 17.6 points per game. Moore’s plan? “Prepare, prepare, prepare, for two straight weeks, and there’s gonna be a couple of adjustments before the game, and hopefully, we prepare ourselves with some contingency plans to adapt to those.” Cryptic, right? He’s not showing his hand!

Whispers suggest Moore might unleash a ‘Quick Passing Game,’ targeting the Chiefs’ secondary with speedy throws to guys like DeVonta Smith and Dallas Goedert. Another option? ‘Max Protect’ to give Jalen Hurts all day to throw. And speaking of Hurts, even he’s giving Spags his props. “Coach Spags has always done a great job, I have a ton of respect for him,” Hurts admitted, also acknowledging their “great players, a great front seven…a very disruptive group. It’ll be a great challenge for us.” That Chiefs’ defensive backfield is immaculate this season; they have racked up 9 interceptions and 30 pass deflections. Hurts knows he’s in for a brawl at New Orleans’ Caesars Superdome.

But hold up, folks, because everyone seems to be counting out the Eagles. Don’t forget the red-hot Saquon Barkley, he’s been carrying the offense on his back. He has outrushed the entire Chiefs’ RB unit and has hit the end zone 18 times! While the Chiefs might have a slight historical edge with a 6-5 record, including those two Super Bowl rings, the ‘3-peat’ talk might actually be a burden for Patrick Mahomes. The Eagles are playing with house money, hungry to avenge that ’23 Super Bowl loss. Get ready for a showdown!