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.”

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

The second won’t be far behind. According to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero, the Bengals will also interview Patriots defensive coordinator Demarcus Covington. With the Patriots seeking a new head coach, Covington has permission to look elsewhere for work.

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.

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.

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.

According to one defensive player, Bengals fans will be shocked with the selection. But has a decision been made?

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