Breaking News :Nick Sirianni Increases Saints’ Offseason Jeopardy With Kellen Moore Message as Derek Carr Expected to Attract Trade Interest.

In the aftermath of the Philadelphia Eagles’ triumphant 40-22 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX, head coach Nick Sirianni made a heartfelt plea to offensive coordinator Kellen Moore, who is widely expected to become the New Orleans Saints’ next head coach. During the Lombardi Trophy ceremony, Sirianni, with confetti still settling, turned to Moore and said, “Let’s run this s–t back, Kellen.” citeturn0news10

Moore, who has been instrumental in the Eagles’ offensive success this season, is reportedly on the verge of finalizing a deal with the Saints. NFL Network indicated that New Orleans plans to conclude the agreement with Moore as early as Monday, though he will first return to Philadelphia with the Eagles before finalizing the hiring process. citeturn0news10

The Saints’ pursuit of Moore comes at a pivotal time for the franchise, which is grappling with significant salary cap challenges. Reports suggest that New Orleans is expected to be substantially over the salary cap this offseason, necessitating the release or restructuring of multiple contracts to achieve cap compliance. citeturn0search1

A key figure in this financial equation is quarterback Derek Carr. Signed to a four-year, $150 million contract in 2023, Carr’s deal includes a $28.5 million signing bonus and an annual salary of $37.5 million. If the Saints opt to part ways with Carr, they would owe him a base salary of $30 million and a $10 million roster bonus. However, releasing Carr would result in a substantial dead cap hit of $50.1 million for the Saints. citeturn0search1

Despite these financial complexities, Carr is expected to attract trade interest from multiple teams if the Saints decide to move on from him. NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo noted that, given the limited options available in free agency and the draft, several teams are likely to pursue Carr if he becomes available. citeturn0search1

As the Saints navigate these offseason challenges, the decisions regarding Kellen Moore’s potential hiring and Derek Carr’s future will be pivotal in shaping the team’s trajectory for the upcoming season.