The Atlanta Falcons have conducted a virtual interview with Michigan defensive coordinator Wink Martindale as they began their search to replace Jimmy Lake, who was fired as defensive coordinator following the team’s 8-9 finish.

The Falcons appear to have taken notice of that work. Jonathan Jones of CBS Sports reports that the Falcons are interviewing Martindale for their vacant defensive coordinator spot. They fired Jimmy Lake over the weekend after his first season with the team.

The former Giants and current Michigan defensive coordinator has defensive coordinator interviews set up with the Falcons and Colts, and the Bengals are a potential option, according to NFL Network. Martindale,

After spending one season in Ann Arbor with the Michigan football program, Wink Martindale is reportedly interviewing with the Atlanta Falcons.

Former New York Giants defensive coordinator Wink Martindale could be returning to the NFL in 2025 after landing interviews with three teams.

Update: Martindale will be interviewing for multiple jobs, it appears. Longtime NFL defensive coordinator Wink Martindale is scheduled to interview with the #Falcons today and the #Colts on Wednesday, per sources.

The Atlanta Falcons have conducted a virtual interview with Michigan defensive coordinator Wink Martindale as they began their search to replace Jimmy Lake, who was fired as defensive coordinator following the team's 8-9 finish.

Martindale spent 20 years in the NFL prior to coaching the Wolverines in 2024, and could make his way back to the professional

In the Colts search for a defensive coordinator, time has been on their side, but the competition from other teams is going to ramp up soon.

The Atlanta Falcons announced Friday they interviewed former San Francisco defensive coordinator Steve Wilks and Pittsburgh Steelers secondary coach Grady Brown as the team continued its search for a defensive coordinator.

The Atlanta Falcons' search for a defensive coordinator now includes a former interim head coach for an NFC South Division rival.