The New Orleans Saints recently announced the addition of four guest coaches to their staff for the 2026 preseason through the Bill Walsh NFL Diversity Coaching Fellowship. This year's participants include Joey Thomas, Patrick Carter, Dele Harding, and Nick Williams, all of whom possess extensive backgrounds as former professional players or collegiate instructors. The initiative aims to provide minority coaching candidates with essential exposure to the daily operations and strategies of an NFL franchise. By participating in training camp, these individuals will gain hands-on experience while assisting the permanent Saints staff. This long-standing league program continues to honor the legacy of Bill Walsh by fostering professional growth for diverse talent within the football community.