has spent the majority of his NFL career with Sean Payton as his head coach, making the ' all-time rushing leader even more excited when he was told he was heading back to New Brock Holt Jersey Orleans this past season. Ingram signed a one-year extension with the Saints once he was traded there from the in October, as the 32-year-old running back appeared set to end his career in New Orleans.That could change now that Payton has , but if Payton does come back to in the future, Ingram is set to lace up his cleats for him once again."Whatever he has planned. he doesn't make any moves or make any changes without having some type of plan in order," Ingram said to CBS Sports this week. "That's who he is. If he's on TV, I know he'll do a great job at that and I know he's gonna kill it."As for coaching, hopefully he's my coach again. I know he's going to do great in whatever he chooses." Payton stepping down from the Saints after 15 years sent shockwaves throughout the NFL, specifically in the Saints organization. Ingram was happy Payton took all the time he needed to make a decision, showcasing how vital Payton was to his life and many other players that suited up for him in New Orleans."I was surprised just like everyone else, but I also know how this game is truly a busine s," Ingram said. "You have to do what's best for you and you have to do what's best for your family. Obviously that's what's best for him and his family right now -- and I'm happy for him."I'm psyched for him and the next chapter of his life. I wish him the best succe s, good health, all of that. I got his back. I'm appreciative of him. I'm so thankful for him drafting me, believing in me for all these years. He's helped me become a better pro football player and a better man over the years he's been a part of my life. "I wish the best for him in the next chapter of his Bobby Doerr Jersey life. He deserves all the good things life has to offer. He knows I love him. I don't have to keep saying it." Pick Six Newsletter Crafted By The Best NFL Experts Get the day's big stories + fun stuff you love like mock drafts, picks and power rankings. I agree to receive the "Pick Six Newsletter" and marketing communications, updates, special offers (including partner offers), and other information from CBS Sports and the Paramount family of companies. By pre sing sign up, I confirm that I have read and agree to the and acknowledge Paramount's . Please check the opt-in box to acknowledge that you would like to subscribe. Thanks for signing up! Keep an eye on your inbox. Sorry! There was an error proce sing your subscription. The Saints finished the season at 9-8 despite using four different quarterbacks throughout the year. They tied with Roger Clemens Jersey thefor the final playoff spot in the NFC, but a Week 11 lo s to Philadelphia was the tiebreaker that ended their playoff hopes.New Orleans would have made the playoffs if thedidn't blow a 17-0 led to the, who the Saints needed to lose in Week 18 in order to clinch the final playoff spot in the NFC. The 49ers came back in that game, eliminated the Saints, and play the Rams in the NFC Championship Game on Sunday. Ingram can only wonder "what if." Perhaps Payton would still be coaching this weekend as well."All we needed was the opportunity to get our foot in the door," Ingram said. "If we got in the dance, we know we would have been a problem for any team left in the playoffs. At the end of the day, you have to handle the games you need to handle throughout the year so you're not depending on someone else for your destiny."There were games we probably should have won, and those games matter. We'll all Fred Lynn Jersey grow from it. We'll all learn from it and we'll be better off next year because of it." The Saints have begun the proce s of searching for their next head coach, reportedly requesting interviews with offensive coordinator Byron Leftwich, defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn, and former head David Price Jersey coach Brian Flores.When Payton took over the Saints, the franchise was devastated from the remnants of Hurricane Katrina. He transformed the organization into a Super Bowl champion and one of the best in the NFL. Ingram, who's under contract for the 2022 season, has no doubt the Saints will make another home run hire as the franchise seeks to continue its winning ways."I don't know who it's going to be, but whoever it is -- the person will be the right guy for the job," Ingram said. "Ms. B (Saints owner Gayle Benson) and Mickey (Saints general manager Mickey Loomis) are going to do a great job in addre sing who's available. Whether that person is on our coaching staff already or they have to bring somebody in, we got a great culture in our locker room already. "Whoever they get, I know they'll bring more energy and continue our winning culture. We're going to be trying to win a Super Bowl trophy. That's the standard. That's the Saints."