New Orleans Saints coach Kellen Moore has ignited controversy after reportedly rejecting the team’s participation in an upcoming Pride Night event, declaring, “We have no room for wokeness.” His comments have sparked intense backlash from fans, LGBTQ+ advocates, and fellow sports figures.
According to sources, the Saints organization had planned to host a Pride-themed event to celebrate inclusivity within the NFL. However, Moore allegedly pushed back against the initiative, arguing that the focus should remain on football rather than political or social activism.
His remarks quickly went viral, with critics calling them insensitive and exclusionary. LGBTQ+ organizations and supporters have slammed the coach for what they see as a refusal to embrace diversity, while others have praised him for standing by his beliefs and keeping politics out of sports.
The New Orleans Saints franchise has yet to issue an official statement, but insiders claim there is growing internal pressure for Moore to clarify or retract his comments. Meanwhile, social media remains divided, with hashtags both condemning and defending the coach trending across platforms.
As the debate intensifies, many are questioning whether Moore’s stance will impact his future with the team—or if this will become yet another flashpoint in the ongoing culture wars within professional sports.
