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Report: Colts to interview ex-Saints head coach Dennis Allen for DC vacancy on Friday

According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, the Indianapolis Colts are expected to interview former New Orleans Saints head coach Dennis Allen for their current defensive coordinator opening:

The #Colts plan to speak with former #Saints head coach Dennis Allen this week for their defensive coordinator job, per sources.

Allen is expected to be a prime candidate for other opportunities due to his work with New Orleans’ defense over the years. pic.twitter.com/0W51wU2fSs— Jeremy Fowler (@JFowlerESPN) January 13, 2025

Per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, the Colts’ upcoming interview will happen on Friday with Allen, who’s arguably the top defensive coordinator candidate in this year’s coaching cycle and is expected to be a ‘hot commodity’ among other potential suitors.