The neon glow of New Orleans hums with anticipation as the Eagles and Chiefs clash in Super Bowl LIX. Inside Caesars Superdome, Philadelphia’s offense—spearheaded by coordinator Kellen Moore—has dazzled all season. Saquon Barkley bulldozes defenses and Jalen Hurts slings precision passes. Meanwhile, whispers swirl about Moore’s future.

Could the 36-year-old maestro trade midnight green for Saints gold? The answer hovers like confetti ready to drop. But when’s news breaking? ESPN’s Adam Schefter seems to have some answers.

Schefter reports Moore is expected to become New Orleans’ head coach after Sunday’s game, pending no last-minute hiccups. “Philadelphia Eagles offensive coordinator Kellen Moore is expected to become the New Orleans Saints’ head coach, barring any unexpected developments, league sources told ESPN,” Schefter wrote on Instagram. The Saints, scarred by Arizona’s 2023 tampering penalty over Jonathan Gannon, have meticulously followed league protocols.

“The Saints are making sure they do everything by the book so as not to break any rules and risk any potential penalties. New Orleans learned from the lesson of the Arizona Cardinals,” Schefter emphasized. General manager Mickey Loomis, twice burned by NFL fines in past years, isn’t risking a third strike.

A Cautious Courtship: New Orleans interviewed Moore twice last month, per sources. They’ve waited—agonizingly—until post-Super Bowl to finalize talks. Other candidates like Kliff Kingsbury and Joe Brady bowed out early, leaving Moore as Loomis’s top target. Hence, Moore’s salary could triple.

Jumping from $2 million to nearly $6 million. “Moore privately has told people he is interested in and wants the Saints job, according to sources, and the Saints want him,” Schefter added. The allure? Joining Sean Payton and Jim Mora as only the 12th full-time coach in franchise history.

Moore’s Eagles ranked eighth in total offense (367.2 YPG) and second in rushing (179.3 YPG) this season. Besides, his adaptability—crafting schemes for Dak Prescott, Justin Herbert, and now Hurts—has impressed owners. “He’s a proven problem-solver on the offensive side of the ball, tailoring his scheme to multiple quarterbacks to maximize them,” analyst Ben Solak noted. But challenges loom.

New Orleans is $54 million over the 2025 cap, per Over The Cap, with aging stars like Cameron Jordan and Derek Carr’s $51 million hit. Meanwhile, Philadelphia braces for its fourth OC in five years. But who can be Moore’s likely successor?

Passing game coordinator Kevin Patullo, a Sirianni confidant. “I lean on him a lot. I’ve had what, eight years with Kevin,” Sirianni told reporters. Hurts, who’s had nine play-callers since college, craves stability. “Everyone desires that continuity,” he admitted. Yet Moore’s departure feels inevitable—another chapter in his meteoric rise.

Navigating the post-Super Bowl landscape

Meanwhile, Moore has already eyed potential assistants, including brother Kirby Moore (Missouri’s OC). But building a staff now is tough. “The Cowboys already hired several assistant coaches that Moore was considering,” ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler said. The Saints’ defense—31st against the run—needs fresh legs. Draft targets like Georgia’s Mykel Williams could help, but cap hell complicates moves.

Keep Carr and his bloated contract? Or reboot with Spencer Rattler? Moore’s QB whisperer rep will be tested. Carr, who regressed under Dennis Allen, might be excited for new leadership, though. Moore’s success with varied passers offers hope, but patience is scarce in the NFC South.

A Super Bowl win would cement Moore’s Eagles tenure as legendary. Lose, and skeptics will question his focus. “Pure focus on this [Super Bowl],” Moore insisted when asked about the Saints job. For now, New Orleans waits, lessons learned and pen poised. After Sunday, the real game begins.

A Tale of Two Cities: (that Dickens reference you can’t help but use in this scenario) As confetti rains in the Superdome, Kellen Moore stands at a crossroads. New Orleans gambles on a wunderkind to revive its fading empire. Philadelphia reloads, again.

And the NFL watch reminded that rules—and reputations—are fragile. For Moore, the challenge isn’t just winning games. It’s proving that even in a league of sharks, you can swim carefully.