New Orleans Saints head coach Kellen Moore took responsibility for his team's struggles against Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores following Sunday's 23-13 loss. Moore admitted his game plan failed to adequately prepare New Orleans for Minnesota's aggressive blitz schemes.

The Vikings' defensive pressure created problems for the Saints throughout the matchup. Flores is known for using unpredictable pressure packages, forcing opposing offenses to identify potential blitzers and make quick decisions before the snap.

“I felt like we had a plan. Obviously, the plan wasn't good enough,” Moore said in postgame comments shared by the New Orleans Football Network on X. The Saints coach also acknowledged his responsibility for the team's preparation.

Minnesota's defensive approach presented a difficult challenge for New Orleans, particularly when identifying where pressure might come from. Flores frequently disguises his blitzes, making it harder for quarterbacks and offensive linemen to anticipate defensive assignments.

For Moore, the setback highlighted the importance of making adjustments against aggressive defenses. His offensive background makes the difficulties especially notable, given his experience designing schemes and calling plays.

The Saints will need to improve their protection and communication before facing similar defensive strategies. Better recognition of blitz packages could help the offense avoid negative plays and sustain drives.

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The loss also put quarterback Tyler Shough under scrutiny after another difficult offensive outing. Shough had previously addressed the Saints' struggles following their third consecutive home defeat.

Moore's admission puts attention on the coaching staff's response. While the initial preparation fell short, New Orleans still has opportunities to address problems exposed by Minnesota.

The Saints coach made his position clear after the game: the plan was not effective enough, and he accepts responsibility for the result.