For starters, Weaver is a former player. His time with the Ravens and Texans saw him play for Brian Billick and Gary Kubiak. He has coached in the NFL since 2012, working under Rex Ryan and the Jets to start as an assistant defensive line coach. He also played under Ryan when he was with the Ravens. Now, Ryan is of the John Harbaugh tree.

The New Orleans Saints continue their pursuit of a new head coach. The Dennis Allen debacle had a predictable ending, and with the team entering limbo right now, they need to find someone who can hold down the fort and bridge what will most likely be a transition era.

The Bears, who interviewed Anthony Weaver for their head coaching vacancy, are going in a different direction.