What Falcons need in a defensive coordinator
Lake had never been a defensive coordinator or a defensive playcaller prior to 2024. It's likely that the Falcons bring in someone with more experience doing that job this offseason. Former Cincinnati Bengals defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo will also be interviewed, per an NFL Network report.
Falcons fire defensive coordinator Jimmy Lake after one season
The Atlanta Falcons fired defensive coordinator Jimmy Lake after one season, NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo reported on Saturday afternoon. Head coach Raheem Morris left the door open for potential coaching changes during his Monday press conference. Morris was non-committal when asked if the team would retain Lake as defensive coordinator.
Falcons complete interview with Jeff Ulbrich for their defensive coordinator opening
The Falcons completed a virtual interview with Jeff Ulbrich for the organization’s defensive coordinator position, the team announced Wednesday afternoon.
Steve Wilks to interview for Falcons defensive coordinator opening
The Atlanta Falcons have been linked to another name in their defensive coordinator search. According to a report from ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, former NFL head coach Steve Wilks is slated to interview with the Falcons next week.
Atlanta Falcons interview Michigan's Wink Martindale for defensive coordinator
The Atlanta Falcons have conducted a virtual interview with Michigan defensive coordinator Wink Martindale as they began their search to replace Jimmy Lake, who was fired as defensive coordinator following the team's 8-9 finish.
Report: Steve Wilks to interview with Falcons
Former Cardinals coach Steve Wilks, who was a visitor to the Falcons’ training camp last season, is set to interview with the team for the vacant defensive coordinator position next week, according to ESPN.
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Falcons 2-Round 2025 Mock Draft: Atlanta Goes Defense in The Athletic's Projections
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Falcons select Georgia linebacker in PFN's 2025 NFL mock draft
After finishing 8-9 in their first full season under head coach Raheem Morris, the Atlanta Falcons have been awarded the No.
Falcons fire defensive coordinator Jimmy Lake, assistant Jay Rodgers following defense's poor finish
The Atlanta Falcons have fired defensive coordinator Jimmy Lake and defensive line coach Jay Rodgers following first-year ...
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Falcons' 3 biggest team needs for 2025: 1 free agent and 1 draft target to solve them
a pair of overtime losses in which the Falcons did not even possess the football resulted in a dismal 8-9 record. This team is close, but continues to frustrate us. Barring some upcoming changes ...
'I Love Atlanta': Falcons DB Hoping to Return in Free Agency
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Except For Michael Penix Jr., Atlanta Falcons Are Dysfunctional (Again)
Except for the Browns and the Cowboys, no NFL team surpassed the Falcons this season for getting less bang for its buck.
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Is Kirk Cousins A Good Fit For The Atlanta Falcons? 2024 Free Agent Outlook
A 35-year-old quarterback just months removed from a torn Achilles is the cream of the crop in the free-agent market. A few ...
Texas A&M Aggies Star Defender Linked to NFC South Team
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