And it’s especially evident with former head coach Matt Eberflus entering the conversation, according to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler: “Former Bears head coach Matt Eberflus is involved in the #Bengals defensive coordinator search, per sources.”

Former Chicago Bears head coach Matt Eberflus is interviewing to become the Bengals defensive coordinator because, hey, it can't get any worse for Cincinnati.

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

According to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero, the Bengals will interview Raiders defensive coordinator Patrick Graham for the same position on Tuesday. Graham, 45, is one of the candidates mentioned for the Jacksonville Jaguars head coaching job, but his contract with the Raiders is up and he’s free to interview for other coordinator jobs now.

The Cincinnati Bengals are focused on the upcoming season, and one of their first steps is to find a new defensive coordinator to improve one of the team's weak spots. One of the potential candidates is a former head coach who was fired in November.

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

The defensive issues that contributed to the Cincinnati Bengals missing the playoffs led to major changes on Monday, when four assistants were fired — three on that side of the ball.

The Cincinnati Bengals, determined to improve their lackluster defense, have shown interest in hiring Matt Eberflus as their next defensive coordinator. After parting ways with Lou Anarumo, the Bengals are exploring options to address their defensive struggles.

We have a new name to watch for in the Cincinnati Bengals’ search for a new defensive coordinator. According to ESPN reporter Jeremy Fowler, the Bengals are in the mix for former Chicago Bears head coach Matt Eberflus.