Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor now begins the hiring search for a new defensive coordinator after firing Lou Anarumo (and a handful of other coaches). While the top Bengals defensive coordinator candidates are major names, Taylor told reporters on Monday that many things will go into the hiring process.

The Bengals fired defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo Monday. Here are three names to watch for potential replacements.

The Cincinnati Bengals, 9-8 during each of the last two seasons, fired defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo, offensive line coach Frank Pollack, linebacker coach James Bettcher and defensive line coach Marion Hobby.

Zac Taylor should have higher-profile options in filling the position than when he took over as head coach in 2019.

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The Cincinnati Bengals have started the coaching staff overhaul this offseason with the firing of defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo. ESPN's Adam Schefter reported the news the morning after Cincinnati

The Hurricanes will have numerous options to replace Lance Guidry at defensive coordinator after firing him Tuesday.

The Cincinnati Bengals shouldn't have any problems finding a long list of interested candidates now that they have fired defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo. Here's a quick look at some of the names the