Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn denied the New England Patriots’ interview request for their head coaching job, according to NFL.com’s Tom Pelissero. It was reported on Wednesday that Glenn was sought after for an interview by the Patriots, who have a long history of prioritizing defensive-minded head coaches.

However, according to NFL Network's Tom Pelissero, on Thursday afternoon, Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn denied New England an interview request. Glenn's denial comes just one day after the Patriots finally requested to interview the veteran coach. This may have been done for a few reasons.