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,

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.

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

Highly regarded in his Bengals DC post heading into this season, Lou Anarumo saw his pieces unravel during a disastrous slate for the unit. As a result, a firing took place.

The Cincinnati Bengals took a risk by firing defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo, as it was obvious he wouldn't last long on the coaching circuit. Case in point, Anarumo already has his first interview

Anarumo specializes in coaching defensive backs and would begin his NFL coaching career alongside now-Bengals HC Zac Taylor in Miami as the DB’s Coach (2012-2017). He then served as the Giants DBs Coach in 2018 before landing his first DC gig by joining Taylor’s first staff back in 2019.