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Tyrann Mathieu Says Saints Players Are Not Playing Hard for Kellen Moore
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The New Orleans Saints may have to start thinking long and hard about making a coaching change.
At 2-5, the Saints are still technically in contention in the NFC South. However, it's becoming evident by the week that Kellen Moore isn't the right coach to bring the franchise back to relevancy. Since taking over the team in 2025, he's owned a 8-16 record.
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As if the results on the field aren't bad enough, former Saints safety Tyrann Mathieu suggested the players on Moore's roster have quietly started quitting.
"I'm hesitant to say it in this manner, but I don't think those boys are playing as hard as they can for Kellen Moore," said Mathieu. "I really don't see it."
Dec 14, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints head coach Kellen Moore speaks to the referee after a flag on the play during the second quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Hinton-Imagn Images
Mathieu also brought up how the Saints were bullied in the trenches this past Sunday against the Pittsburgh Steelers, rushing for a team total of 18 yards.
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"For Christ's sake, I took a pay cut three years in a row so they could find a way to pay offensive linemen that don't block, who don't make a difference… 17 runs, 18 yards," Mathieu continued. "I don't care if you're playing backyard football, that's not a recipe for success."
Suffice to say, Mathieu wasn't pleased with his former team's performance.
Kellen Moore has already been put on blast.
Just two weeks ago, Saints owner Gayle Benson put her team on notice for their slow start to the season.
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"Kellen Moore and his coaches are responsible for preparing our players to perform. Mickey Loomis and our football staff are responsible for building a roster capable of sustained success," Benson said. "Our players are responsible for their preparation and execution. I am responsible for holding this organization accountable."
If the Saints continue to stack losses, Moore could find himself looking for another coaching gig next season.
This story was originally published by The Spun on Oct 28, 2026, where it first appeared in the NFL section. Add The Spun as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
