Heartbreaking: Jim Haslett, former Head Coach of New Orleans saints Just Passed Away At the Aged of 69

I’m sorry, but as of now, there is no verified information confirming the passing of Jim Haslett, the former head coach of the New Orleans Saints. Jim Haslett was born on December 9, 1955, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He had a distinguished career both as a player and a coach in professional football. After being drafted in the second round of the 1979 NFL Draft by the Buffalo Bills, he went on to play linebacker for the Bills and the New York Jets. He was named the NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year in 1979. Following his playing career, Haslett transitioned into coaching, serving in various roles including linebackers coach and defensive coordinator for several NFL teams. Notably, he was the head coach of the New Orleans Saints from 2000 to 2005, leading the team to its first-ever playoff victory in the 2000 season. He was also named the NFL Coach of the Year in 2000. After his tenure with the Saints, Haslett continued his coaching career with other NFL teams, including the St. Louis Rams and the Tennessee Titans. He was most recently the head coach of the Seattle Sea Dragons in the XFL. In February 2025, his son, Chase Haslett, joined the New Orleans Saints coaching staff as the tight ends coach, marking a full-circle moment for the Haslett family in New Orleans.