The Falcons took the time looking for a new coach and ended up hiring Titans offensive coordinator Arthur Smith on Friday. With reports that Atlanta has chosen Saints vice president / deputy general manager Terry Fontenot for the team’s GM vacancy, all that’s left is to hire assistant coaches.
After looking at some possible offensive coordinators, here are 10 names to keep an eye on the Falcons defensive coordinator.
Dean Pees Former Titans defensive coordinator, Ravens.
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Aaron Glenn Secondary Coach – New Orleans Saints.
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Jim Schwartz Former defensive coordinator – Philadelphia Eagles.
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Gerald Alexander Defensive Coach – Miami Dolphins.
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Wade Phillips Former Rams defensive coordinator, jeans.
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Jerod Mayo Linebackers coach – New England Patriots.
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Eric Washington Defensive line coach: Buffalo Bills.
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Coach of Jim Haslett Linebackers – Tennessee Titans.
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Aubrey Pleasant Defensive Coach – Los Angeles Rams.
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Coach of Jason Tarver Linebackers – Cleveland Browns.
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