Aug 14, 2025; Carson, CA, USA; New Orleans Saints run game coordinator T.J. Paganetti during a joint practice against the Los Angeles Rams at the Dignity Health Sports Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
New Orleans Saints Dismiss Run Game Coordinator T.J. Paganetti
In a significant move, the New Orleans Saints announced the termination of second-year run-game coordinator T.J. Paganetti on Monday, as reported by various sources.
Paganetti’s Tenure with the Saints
Paganetti, 37, joined the coaching staff under head coach Kellen Moore in February 2025, following two previous appointments with the Philadelphia Eagles.
Struggling Rushing Performance
The Saints’ performance on the ground has been underwhelming, ranking 28th in the NFL with an average of 86.0 rushing yards per game this season. This follows a similar trend from the previous year when they also finished in 28th place with 94.3 rushing yards per game.
Upcoming Matchup
After a bye week, the Saints, holding a 2-5 record, will face the Cleveland Browns (5-3) this Sunday at home.
Previous Achievements
Paganetti has held multiple roles within the Eagles organization, contributing to two Super Bowl victories in 2013-14 and 2017-24. Notably, he served as the run game specialist in 2024, a year in which Saquon Barkley rushed for an impressive 2,005 yards, leading to Philadelphia’s triumph in Super Bowl LIX.
Coaching Background
His coaching career also includes a stint as a graduate assistant and linebackers coach at his alma mater, the University of Oregon, from 2015 to 2016.
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