The first two candidates for the open Colts defensive coordinator position signal both a desire for experience and a potential change in defensive philosophy. Indianapolis will interview former Bengals defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo and longtime NFL coach Steve Wilks,

The Indianapolis Colts are reportedly looking into multiple notable names as they look to fill their vacant defensive coordinator role. NFL Network's

Indianapolis Colts' Alec Pierce's Season Brought Him Back to College ConfidenceThe Indianapolis Colts have begun offseason preparations for the 2025 campaign, already announcing upcoming interviews with former Cincinnati Bengals defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo and former Arizona Cardinals head coach and Carolina Panthers interim leader,

Case in point, Anarumo already has his first interview lined up with the Indianapolis Colts for their vacant defensive coordinator position, according to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero.

Tracking the latest rumors, news and updates as the Indianapolis Colts search for a new defensive coordinator.

After moving on from Gus Bradley following the 2024 regular season, the Indianapolis Colts’ first reported defensive coordinator interviews to fill that role have been announced. Under Bradley, there’s no question that the Colts defense underperformed, ranking in the bottom-third of the NFL in scoring during all three years of his tenure.

After missing out on the postseason, the Cincinnati Bengals are making some changes to the coaching staff, particularly at the top of their defensive masthead. On Monday, the team fired defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo after six seasons with the franchise,

Defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo and other assistant coaches have been fired by the Bengals. Read more at Pro Football Rumors.

After moving on from Gus Bradley earlier in the week, the Indianapolis Colts will reportedly be interviewing long-time coach Steve Wilks for their defensive coordinator opening, according to Tom Pelissero. In addition to Wilks, Pelissero would also report that former Bengals defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo will be interviewing as well.