There is not a New Orleans Saints fan who has watched this team over the last few years, and wants to see Mickey Loomis in power. This team has spiraled since the departure of Sean Payton, and the finger has primarily been pointed at Loomis as the catalyst. That being said, Gayle Benson has made her intentions with Loomis crystal clear.
Fans don’t have to like it, but Loomis isn’t going anywhere, not that that’s a shocking update. Matter of fact, Benson knows fans won’t like it. She told NOLA.com’s Jeff Duncan, “It may not be what the fans want to hear, but as far as firing Mickey Loomis, that’s ridiculous.”
Well that settles that. At least she knows fans don’t want to hear that. It’s not because people just don’t like Loomis, though he’s dodged reality by insulting fans. It’s because he’s done a poor job constructing this team since the 2017 draft class, and he hired Dennis Allen. It’s because the Saints have sunk to a standard of mediocrity. Benson was right about it not being what fans want to hear, but she’s off base about it being ridiculous.
The odds of Loomis getting fired are obviously low. The owner just called it “ridiculous,” so that tells you everything you need to know. However, Kellen Moore should be Loomis’ final swing. It’ll be his second head coach post-Sean Payton. The success of this should determine the future of Loomis.
If Kellen Moore is a successful coach, it’ll mean Loomis finally rectified his biggest shortcomings. The Saints would be good again, so fans are less likely to call for his job. It would obviously mean he hired the right guy, something that didn’t happen with Allen. Additionally, it would mean the Saints built a significantly better roster.
That would mean making better moves in free agency and drafting better, both moves that would be reflective of Loomis. There’s young talent on this team with chances to develop, but there is still a long way to go, and Loomis will have to integral to that roster construction. This year’s draft class was a great start, and the Saints will need more of that moving forward.
Maybe most importantly, Moore being a success would finally give Loomis the ability to say he saw success without Payton. He can’t do that right now, and eventually, Benson is going to be unable to ignore that.
It’s hard to fire a GM in the first year of a rebuild. Loomis just got his new coach, so we’ll show him patience. That patience, however, shouldn’t extend beyond this coaching regime.
The Buffalo Bills’ already challenging 2025 season took another hit this week as tight end Dalton Kincaid was ruled out for their critical Week 11 matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers due to a hamstring injury. The 24-year-old had been a key weapon for quarterback Josh Allen, quickly establishing himself as one of the most reliable targets in the offense. Now, the Bills are left to cope without him at a time when every game matters in the playoff race.
Kincaid, who has amassed 40 receptions for 470 yards and four touchdowns this season, shared his frustration over the injury, stating, “It’s frustrating to be sidelined, especially with the team fighting for playoff spots, but I know my health is the priority right now. I’ll do everything I can to get back on the field as soon as possible and help the team win.”
For the Bills, Kincaid’s absence is a blow to their offensive game plan. His chemistry with Josh Allen had been a major bright spot for the team, and his ability to stretch the field as a tight end created mismatches against opposing defenses. With Kincaid sidelined, the Bills will look to veteran tight end Dawson Knox to step up, alongside wide receivers Stefon Diggs and Gabe Davis, to fill the void.
While the injury is a setback, the team remains hopeful that Kincaid will make a swift recovery. The tight end was emerging as a vital piece of the offense, especially after the Bills struggled to find consistent production from the position in previous years. However, for now, Buffalo must adjust to life without him for at least one game, with the hope that his return will come sooner rather than later.
This setback comes at a pivotal moment for the Bills, as they are currently fighting for position in a crowded AFC playoff picture. With a 6-4 record, Buffalo cannot afford many more losses if they want to secure a postseason berth. The upcoming game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, while tough, represents a crucial opportunity to keep pace in the playoff race. The Bills will need to rally behind their remaining playmakers and find a way to win without one of their key offensive weapons.
“Losing Dalton Kincaid is a huge blow, but we’ve got the talent to keep fighting. Josh and the rest of the offense will step up. It’s time for others to show what they’re made of.”
These words from an anonymous source within the Bills’ organization reflect the belief that the team’s resilience will carry them through this challenge.
As the Bills prepare to face the Buccaneers, the spotlight now shifts to how they can adapt without Kincaid. Will Josh Allen and the offense find a way to overcome the loss, or will this injury hinder their playoff hopes? The answers will come soon enough, but one thing is certain: Dalton Kincaid’s absence has only fueled the Bills’ determination to keep fighting.
With Kincaid’s future uncertain, the Bills will need to rely on their depth and leadership to overcome this setback. Will they rise to the occasion or fall short of the playoffs? Stay tuned.