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Colts DC Candidates: Steve Wilks

The Indianapolis Colts are set to interview Steve Wilks this week for their defensive coordinator opening.

The former head coach and 3x defensive coordinator (Carolina, Cleveland, San Francisco) would look to revitalize Indy’s defense with a strong dose of aggressiveness.

Read more to get to know the blitz-heavy coordinator who is highly regarded for his leadership qualities.

Background

Like every Colts DC candidate currently set to interview, Wilks specializes in the defensive backfield. A once-was Arena League Football Player, Wilks spent a decade in the CFB ranks before beginning his NFL coaching career as the DBs Coach for the Chicago Bears in 2006.