Steve Wilks was an obvious name to link to the Atlanta Falcons defensive coordinator opening. He’s an experienced coordinator who has served as both a full-time head coach and interim head coach, and he spent significant time this summer at Falcons’ training camp sessions and practices. While that didn’t lead to a job in that timespan, it might for 2025.
Originally it was reported that the Falcons would interview Wilks next week, but their search appears to be picking up speed, and the team announced the interview Friday. I would consider him a favorite for the job alongside Jeff Ulbrich and perhaps Lou Anarumo.