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sports1 year ago

Commanders vs. Saints: Key Questions and Predictions for the Showdown

The Washington Commanders face the New Orleans Saints in Week 15 of the NFL season. The Saints, who have had a tumultuous season with a coaching change and numerous injuries, have shown improvement under interim head coach Darren Rizzi, winning 3 of their last 4 games. With starting QB Derek Carr out due to injury, rookie backup Spencer Rattler and Jake Haener are potential starters. The Saints' run defense remains a significant weakness, while their offense, led by a resurgent Alvin Kamara, aims to capitalize on the Commanders' defensive vulnerabilities.

via Hogs Haven|
#darren-rizzi#derek-carr#new-orleans-saints
sports1 year ago

Taysom Hill Shines as Saints Dominate Struggling Browns

Taysom Hill had a standout performance in the New Orleans Saints' 35-14 victory over the Cleveland Browns, achieving career highs with 230 all-purpose yards, 138 rushing yards, and three touchdowns. Hill's versatility was on full display as he played multiple positions, including quarterback, tight end, and running back. Despite some turnovers, Hill's contributions were pivotal, and his unique skill set drew comparisons to NFL legends. Interim coach Darren Rizzi emphasized the importance of Hill's involvement in the game plan.

via ESPN|
#cleveland-browns#darren-rizzi#new-orleans-saints
sports1 year ago

Saints' Interim Coach Rizzi Flushes Away Losing Streak with Unusual Pregame Ritual

Darren Rizzi, interim head coach of the New Orleans Saints, humorously recounted clogging a toilet at the Superdome before leading the team to a 20-17 victory over the Atlanta Falcons. This win marked Rizzi's first as head coach following the dismissal of Dennis Allen, attributed to the team's struggles with injuries. Despite the unusual start to his day, Rizzi's leadership helped the Saints secure an important win.

via New York Post |
#atlanta-falcons#coaching-change#darren-rizzi
sports1 year ago

Saints Break Losing Streak Amid Plumbing Mishap in Rizzi's Debut

The New Orleans Saints ended a seven-game losing streak with a 20-17 victory over the Atlanta Falcons in Darren Rizzi's debut as interim head coach. Rizzi, who replaced Dennis Allen, celebrated the win despite an old shoulder injury flaring up during the postgame celebration. Key performances included Marquez Valdes-Scantling's two touchdowns, Tyrann Mathieu's interception, and Alvin Kamara breaking the franchise rushing record. The team credited Rizzi's leadership and energy for the turnaround, and they aim to build on this success against the Cleveland Browns next week.

via ESPN|
#alvin-kamara#atlanta-falcons#darren-rizzi
sports1 year ago

Saints Coach's Plumbing Mishap Precedes Victory Over Falcons

New Orleans Saints interim coach Darren Rizzi humorously shared that he clogged the toilet in his locker room before leading the team to a 20-17 victory over the Atlanta Falcons, marking his first NFL head coaching win. Rizzi, who took over after Dennis Allen's firing, saw Marquez Valdes-Scantling shine with 109 yards and two touchdowns. The Saints' defense, including a crucial interception by Tyrann Mathieu and a game-changing sack by Chase Young, helped secure the win against their divisional rivals.

via Daily Mail|
#atlanta-falcons#darren-rizzi#marquez-valdes-scantling
sports1 year ago

Saints Triumph Over Falcons in Rizzi's Coaching Debut

The New Orleans Saints ended their seven-game losing streak with a 20-17 victory over the Atlanta Falcons in Darren Rizzi's debut as interim head coach. Despite being outgained in total yards, the Saints maintained their lead throughout the game, aided by Atlanta's missed field goals and red zone struggles. Saints quarterback Derek Carr threw for 269 yards and two touchdowns, while Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins fell short in a last-minute drive attempt.

via NBC Sports|
#atlanta-falcons#darren-rizzi#game-recap
sports1 year ago

Saints Snap Losing Streak with 20-17 Win Over Falcons Amid Locker Room Mishap

The New Orleans Saints, under interim head coach Darren Rizzi, defeated the Atlanta Falcons 20-17, snapping a seven-game losing streak. The Saints capitalized on key plays, including a blocked field goal, while the Falcons struggled with missed field goals by kicker Younghoe Koo. Falcons' Bijan Robinson stood out with 144 total yards and two touchdowns. The win ties the all-time record between the teams at 56-56. The Falcons will face the Denver Broncos next in Week 11.

via AtlantaFalcons.com|
#atlanta-falcons#bijan-robinson#darren-rizzi
sports1 year ago

Saints' Struggles: Coaching Changes and Rebuilding Challenges in New Orleans

The New Orleans Saints have fired head coach Dennis Allen after a seven-game losing streak, marking a rare in-season coaching change for the franchise. Allen, who had a previous unsuccessful stint with the Raiders, struggled with injuries and team performance, leaving the Saints with an 18-25 record. Special teams coordinator Darren Rizzi has been named interim coach, making immediate changes to improve team morale and performance. The Saints hope to rebound under Rizzi's leadership as they face the Atlanta Falcons next.

via ESPN|
#coaching-change#darren-rizzi#dennis-allen
sports1 year ago

Saints Revamp: Rizzi's Impact and Coaching Shakeup

Interim coach Darren Rizzi is implementing significant changes to the New Orleans Saints' practice routines and locker room dynamics following the firing of Dennis Allen. Rizzi has introduced a fast-paced practice style, shuffled coaching roles, and reorganized the locker room by player positions to foster better communication. He also added an 'activation' period to reduce injuries. Despite the team's current 2-7 record, Rizzi's efforts aim to energize the team and improve performance.

via NOLA.com|
#coaching-changes#darren-rizzi#new-orleans-saints
sports1 year ago

Saints Revamp: Interim Coach Rizzi Shakes Up Locker Room Amidst Coaching Overhaul

Darren Rizzi, the interim head coach of the New Orleans Saints, has reverted the team's locker room layout to its pre-2020 arrangement, grouping players by position rather than randomly. This change aims to foster team unity, moving away from the COVID-19 protocol setup that separated players to prevent virus spread within position groups.

via Saints Wire|
#darren-rizzi#locker-room#new-orleans-saints
sports1 year ago

Saints Part Ways with Coach Dennis Allen After String of Defeats

The New Orleans Saints have fired head coach Dennis Allen after a seven-game losing streak, appointing special teams coordinator Darren Rizzi as interim coach. Allen, who took over from Sean Payton in 2022, had a record of 18-25 with the Saints. The team has struggled this season, with significant injuries and poor performance on both offense and defense. This marks the first midseason firing for the Saints since 1985. Allen expressed disappointment in the results and gratitude towards the organization.

via ESPN|
#coaching-change#darren-rizzi#dennis-allen