Sean Payton Steps Down As Saints HC

UPDATED: Sean Payton Steps Down As Saints HC

(New Orleans, LA) — Sean Payton is stepping down as New Orleans Saints head coach. Payton announced the decision today telling reporters he was originally given two to three months to consider his options but now was the right time. He praised Saints owner Gayle Benson and GM Mickey Loomis for their support calling Loomis one of his best friends. Payton isn’t sure what’s next but noted he thinks he’d be pretty good as a TV analyst. He also noted it’s possible he returns to the sideline at some point. Payton spent 15 seasons with the Saints winning a Super Bowl in 2010.

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01-25-2022 14:16:06

Saints Schedule News Conference Amid Sean Payton Retirement Reports

(New Orleans, LA) — The New Orleans Saints are scheduling a 3 p.m. news conference. Details have not been released, but it’s expected to announce Sean Payton’s retirement as head coach. Multiple reports say Payton resigned today after 15 seasons.

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