Saints Fire Dennis Allen Following 23-22 Loss to One-Win Panthers, Extending Losing Streak to Seven

Nov 4, 2024, 02:58 PM

The New Orleans Saints have fired head coach Dennis Allen after a seven-game losing streak, including a 23-22 loss to the one-win Carolina Panthers. The Saints started the season 2-0 but have since struggled, marking their longest losing streak since 1999. Allen holds a .329 winning percentage, the third-worst among head coaches with a minimum of 75 games. This dismissal follows increasing pressure due to poor performance, injuries, and criticisms regarding the team's effort.