The New Orleans Saints have decided to part ways with head coach Dennis Allen following a disappointing loss to the Carolina Panthers, marking their seventh consecutive defeat. Allen, who had a mixed tenure with the Saints, finishes with an 18-25 record as head coach, which is an improvement over his previous stint with the Raiders. This decision comes after a promising start to the season where the Saints won their first two games convincingly.

• The Saints' decision to fire Dennis Allen highlights the urgency for change after a disappointing season.
• Allen's record with the Saints shows a decline after a strong start, indicating issues within the team's performance.