NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — New Orleans Saints Head Coach Dennis Allen has been fired according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Allen's dismissal comes after the Saints lost to the Carolina Panthers 23 - 22 on Sunday, Nov. 3. This marked the seventh loss in a row for the Saints this season. Allen was announced as head coach in 2022 following Sean Payton stepping down from the position. New Orleans Saints wide receiver Chris Olave taken to hospital after suffering concussion Before accepting the position, Allen previously served as a senior defensive assistant for the Saints in 2015 and then as defensive coordinator. "Dennis has been part of our organization for many years. He is highly regarded within the NFL. He has been extremely loyal and professional and most importantly an excellent football coach for us. All of this makes today very tough for me and our organization," said Saints Owner Gayle Benson. "However, this decision is something that I felt we needed to make at this time. I wish nothing but the best in the future for Dennis and his family. He will always be considered in the highest regard by me and everyone within our organization." Under Allen's leadership, the Saints did not make the playoffs. In a 2022 interview with Ed Daniels, Allen said "I'm gonna do this my way." 2022 interview Allen was the 17th head coach of the New Orleans Saints franchise. "DA is an excellent football coach," said Saints Executive Vice President and General Manager Mickey Loomis. "This season, we have had an avalanche of injuries. It took its toll. DA has never offered excuses, he fought each day for this organization and this team and that is what makes today disappointing. Dennis has been an integral part of this organization's success for the better part of twenty years. He will be missed." Dennis Allen released a statement following the announcement. I want to take this opportunity to first and foremost than Gayle benson for the opportunity to be the head coach of the New Orleans Saints. The Organization willalways be near and dear to my heart and I am disappointed the results weren't better. I also want to than mickey Loomis for the support he and his staff provided throughout the the entire time i was with the organization. I am proud to have worked alongside osome of the great coaches buth as an assistant and during my time as the head coach. To those men, I am sincerly grateful for the time and effort they put into their jobs. i am also so grateful for the entire staff that worked hard to provide the support and will miss our daily interactions. To every player, thank you for you efforts and contributions. As I said on Sunday, I never questioned you r dedication and resolve and I am sorry the results weren't better, because they were certainly deserved. Lastly, to the Saints fans and residents of New Orleans, I want to thank you for yoru unwavering passion and support of the team. I realize what a privilege it is to coach a special franchise in a great city and I will fondly remember the opportunity I had to coach the Saints. I wish everyone with the Saints the best of luck and success going forward." Former Saints Head Coach Dennis Allen Per the New Orleans Saints, special teams coordinator Darren Rizzi will be the team's interim coach. Stay up to date with the latest news, weather and sports by downloading the WGNO app on the Apple or Google Play stores and by subscribing to the WGNO newsletter. Latest Posts This Louisiana sailor's got games for every room in the house Democrats call for investigation into grocery prices Democratic senator: Trump is having a 'thermonuclear meltdown' ULM offensive line coach facing disciplinary action after incident in loss to Marshall Security fencing goes up around White House, Capitol, VP residence Latest Posts This Louisiana sailor's got games for every room in the house Democrats call for investigation into grocery prices Democratic senator: Trump is having a 'thermonuclear meltdown' ULM offensive line coach facing disciplinary action after incident in loss to Marshall Security fencing goes up around White House, Capitol, VP residence