As the New Orleans Saints prepare for a crucial 2025 campaign, all eyes are on new offensive coordinator Kellen Moore—and the bold play-calling shift he’s rumored to bring with him from his time studying the Eagles’ explosive offense.
According to team insiders and recent analyst reports, Moore is expected to implement a variation of the “QB sneak push” or “tush push,” a strategy the Philadelphia Eagles made infamous with Jalen Hurts. The play proved to be nearly unstoppable on short-yardage downs and became a major part of Philly’s offensive identity in 2022 and 2023.
Now, with Derek Carr under center and a revamped offensive line, Moore is looking to bring that same aggressive approach to the Saints’ short-yardage game. While Carr isn’t quite the bruising runner Hurts is, sources say Moore believes the team can adapt the play to fit their personnel—possibly incorporating gadget players or motion to disguise the intent.
This move aligns with Moore’s long-standing reputation as a creative and adaptable offensive mind. After previous stints with the Cowboys and Chargers, Moore has earned praise for blending modern schemes with traditional power football. Bringing elements of the Eagles’ short-yardage dominance to New Orleans could be the edge the Saints need to control tempo and dominate in critical third-and-short or goal-line situations.
Players have already hinted at tweaks to the playbook during minicamp. Veteran lineman Ryan Ramczyk recently noted, “We’re doing a lot of low pad-level work and timing drills. There’s definitely something new coming.”
If executed well, this strategic import from the Eagles could not only boost the Saints' efficiency in tight spots but also position Moore as one of the most impactful hires of the 2025 offseason.
