Loomis could still hire McCarthy to ensure some degree of familiarity, though it has now been 20 years since the latter’s New Orleans stay, but that might not be the most likely scenario based on the information to surface thus far.

The New Orleans Saints head-coaching search churns on after the latest NFL news. One of the key offensive candidates for the final HC opening has now turned down the Saints. According to Jordan Schultz,

The New Orleans Saints are the last team with a vacant head coaching position, and their search is reportedly set to pick up in the coming week. ESPN's

As the New Orleans Saints head into the offseason looking to bolster their roster, the team is also looking for their next head coach with one in mind being Mike McCarthy, who was at the helm for the Dallas Cowboys last season. While the Saints will interview McCarthy, NFL insider Adam Schefter spoke about how he makes the most sense for the role.

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones discussed the exit of former head coach Mike McCarthy after he was eventually replaced by offensive coordinator

Mike McCarthy’s addition to the coaching cycle could impact a lot of teams. His coaching resume could enamor a team and push other candidates down the board:

Now that Aaron Glenn is going to the Jets, it seems Mickey Loomis’ decision has been made for him. Eric Asher is here to share his thoughts.

Adam Schefter believes Mike McCarthy is firmly in the mix for the vacant New Orleans Saints coaching gig, following his unceremonious departure from the Dallas Cowboys.

While McCarthy recently interviewed with the Chicago Bears, that door closed Monday when the team opted to hire one of the top candidates in the market, Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson. This leaves the Saints as the only other team McCarthy's name has been linked to.

As the coaching dominos continue to fall, the New Orleans Saints may have no competition for their top remaining candidates:

NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero reporting the New Orleans Saints to interview former Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy this week.