The New Orleans Saints suddenly find themselves in the market for a new head coach.
NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reported on Tuesday that Sean Payton informed Saints ownership he is stepping down.
Rapaport added Saints defensive coordinator Dennis Allen, who has been with the team since 2015, is considered the leading candidate to replace Payton. Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn is also expected to interview for the job.
This article will be updated to provide more information on this story as it becomes available.
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