The Indianapolis Colts parted ways with defensive coordinator Gus Bradley after missing the playoffs for the fourth straight year and are now hunting for a new face to lead the defense. The Colts reportedly interviewed Cleveland Browns safeties coach Ephraim Banda for their open position on Friday (per Tom Pelissero | NFL Network).

Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer was asked about the Colts’ defensive coordinator opening and mentioned three names to watch.

The San Francisco 49ers might be turning back the clock by interviewing former New York Jets coach Robert Saleh for their open defensive coordinator position. Saleh left the exact role with the 49ers following the 2020 season to become the Jets coach.

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.

Former New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh has completed an interview for the San Francisco 49er's vacant defensive coordinator position, the team announced Thursday. The front office also met with Detroit Lions defensive backs coach and defensive passing game coordinator Deshea Townsend.

The San Francisco 49ers began their search for a new defensive coordinator by interviewing Robert Saleh for a second stint at the job and Detroit Lions assistant Deshea Townsend.

The San Francisco 49ers announced that they have completed an interview with Detroit Lions defensive backs coach Deshea Townsend for their defensive coordinator vacancy.

The Colts are in need of a new defensive coordinator, with big names on the market. But how attractive the opening is could determine which they land.