Loomis said the decision on whether to compete this year or start over was never a discussion during the interview process. Their talks revolved around general philosophy and what Moore would be like as a coach. “Look, I’m in the mode of trying to win every game, whatever it takes to win every game… You’re just trying to win every game. And so that didn’t come up…”

Saints are in denial of the concept of a Superbowl “window” apparently. This feels like one of those “I’m not crazy, the rest of the world is” moments.