NOW OFFICIAL:Cowboys’ Head Coach, Mike McCarthy Sign with New Saint Orleans…

Recent reports confirm that former Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy will not be joining the New Orleans Saints. Despite speculation that he was a top candidate for the Saints’ head coaching vacancy, McCarthy has reportedly withdrawn from consideration and intends to sit out the 2025 season.

McCarthy, who led the Cowboys for four seasons, was dismissed after their early playoff exit. He was initially linked to multiple teams, including the Saints and Chicago Bears, but has now opted to take a break before potentially returning to coaching in 2026.

The Saints, in search of a new head coach, had also considered Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn, who instead accepted the New York Jets’ head coaching position. Additionally, former Saints offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak was recently hired by the Seattle Seahawks, further limiting their options.

With McCarthy out of the picture, the Saints will now shift their focus to other candidates, such as Eagles offensive coordinator Kellen Moore and Washington’s Kliff Kingsbury. The team is expected to make a final decision soon as they prepare for the upcoming season.