The NFL coaching carousel is spinning, and Matt Patricia is reportedly one of the names being considered for a head coaching role. According to reports, both Sean Payton of the New Orleans Saints and the Denver Broncos have expressed interest in the former New England Patriots defensive coordinator.
Patricia has been a hot commodity since his departure from the Patriots in 2018. He has been linked to several head coaching roles, including the Cleveland Browns and Detroit Lions. He ultimately ended up with the latter, but was fired after two seasons.
Patricia has a long history of success in the NFL. He was part of the Patriots staff that won three Super Bowls during his 14-year tenure with the team. He also helped lead the defense to top-10 rankings in total defense in four of his six seasons as defensive coordinator.
The Saints are reportedly looking for a replacement for Sean Payton, who is expected to retire at the end of the season. Patricia is seen as a potential fit for the Saints, as he has experience working with quarterback Drew Brees and could bring a similar defensive approach to New Orleans.
The Broncos are also reportedly interested in Patricia as a potential head coach. Denver has struggled this season, but Patricia could be the right man to turn things around. He has experience working with young quarterbacks and could help develop second-year starter Drew Lock into a franchise quarterback.
It remains to be seen if either team will make an offer to Patricia, but it’s clear that he is a highly sought-after candidate. His experience and success in the NFL make him an attractive option for teams looking for a new head coach. Whether it’s with the Saints or Broncos, Matt Patricia could be on the move soon.