The Dallas Cowboys are beginning their search for a new defensive coordinator, interviewing three candidates—Daronte Jones, Ephraim Banda, and Jim Leonhard—each with extensive coaching backgrounds in NFL and college football, with more interviews expected soon.
Northern Michigan University has appointed Ryan Bright as defensive coordinator and Peter 'Boomer' Roepke as offensive coordinator, bringing extensive college football coaching experience to strengthen their football program.
Aden Durde, the first British-born NFL defensive coordinator and former Falcons coach, has made history with the Seahawks, leading a top-ranked defense in his first season and contributing to international football development.
The Cleveland Browns are interviewing their defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz for the head coach position, with Schwartz bringing extensive NFL experience, a successful defensive track record, and a previous head coaching stint with the Detroit Lions, making him a strong candidate for the role.
The Dallas Cowboys are searching for a new defensive coordinator after firing Matt Eberflus, with potential candidates including former NFL head coaches Raheem Morris and Jonathan Gannon, both of whom have strong NFL and coaching connections, and could also be considered for head coaching roles. The team aims to find a candidate who can bring stability and continuity to their defense.
The Dallas Cowboys have officially fired their defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus after a season of underwhelming defensive performance, signaling a coaching change as they aim to meet higher expectations on the field, while maintaining strong profits off the field.
Jay Hill has been appointed as the new Lester Family Defensive Coordinator for Michigan Football, bringing extensive experience from BYU and Weber State, with a strong track record of defensive success and leadership in college football.
Penn State is hiring USC defensive coordinator D’Anton Lynn, a former Penn State player, to lead their defense, returning him to his alma mater after successful stints at UCLA and USC where he improved defenses significantly. His departure leaves USC with a key vacancy as they prepare for a challenging 2026 season, and his return to Penn State marks a notable coaching move in college football.
D'Anton Lynn, USC's defensive coordinator, has accepted the same position at Penn State after turning down the job last year, citing changes in circumstances and leadership at Penn State. Lynn improved USC's defense significantly in his first year but faced challenges in his second season. His departure leaves USC searching for its third defensive coordinator in four years.
Michigan is in talks to hire BYU defensive coordinator Jay Hill as their new defensive coordinator under head coach Kyle Whittingham, aiming to strengthen their defense after parting ways with the previous coordinator. Hill, with a strong defensive record at BYU and prior Utah experience, would replace Don Martindale and bring significant expertise to Michigan's coaching staff.
Michigan's new head coach Kyle Whittingham is considering three potential defensive coordinators: Jay Hill from BYU, Gary Andersen from BYU, and Lewis Powell from Utah, each with strong defensive backgrounds and potential for future head coaching roles.
The Idaho Vandals football team has hired Lee Stalker as their new defensive coordinator and linebackers coach, bringing nearly 15 years of coaching experience, including recent success at Iowa State, where he contributed to a top-ranked defense. Stalker is expected to bring an innovative, multiple scheme defense to Moscow, aiming to make an immediate impact.
Jordan Peterson, with extensive experience in college football coaching including stints at Texas A&M, Kansas, and New Mexico, has been appointed as Kansas State's new defensive coordinator, bringing a strong track record of defensive success and player development to the Wildcats.
The New York Jets have replaced their defensive coordinator Steve Wilks with Chris Harris, who will now handle play-calling, as part of a team evaluation and improvement effort led by head coach Aaron Glenn amid recent defensive struggles.
The New York Jets have fired defensive coordinator Steve Wilks after a heavy loss to the Jaguars, with Chris Harris stepping in as interim defensive coordinator for the final three games of the season, as the team struggles defensively.