This New Orleans Saints coach candidate has a big name in mind for his defensive coordinator. Mike Kafka reportedly wants to bring Wink Martindale with him:

Update: Martindale will be interviewing for multiple jobs, it appears. Longtime NFL defensive coordinator Wink Martindale is scheduled to interview with the #Falcons today and the #Colts on Wednesday, per sources.

Michigan Wolverines footballdefensive coordinator Wink Martindale reportedly interviewed for the same position with the NFL’s Atlanta Falcons and Indianapolis Colts, but both franchises have gone in different directions.

According to reports from the NFL Network, the Atlanta Falcons have scheduled two interviews for their defensive coordinator vacancy. The team will interview Michigan defensive coordinator Wink Martindale on Tuesday, and former Bengals defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo this week.

After interviewing with the Indianapolis Colts and Atlanta Falcons, Michigan defensive coordinator Wink Martindale has been linked to another potential job opening in the NFL.

Colts GM Chris Ballard Sends Message to Fans After Missing Playoffs AgainThe Indianapolis Colts are looking for a new defensive coordinator, as the team announced they parted ways with Gus Bradley after three seasons in the role.

Former New York Giants defensive coordinator Wink Martindale could be returning to the NFL in 2025 after landing interviews with three teams.

NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero, while reporting that Martindale will interview with the Falcons and Colts this week, added this: “The #Bengals also could have interest in Martindale, who is college football’s highest-paid coordinator at Michigan. One to watch.”

After the Giants fired two of his lieutenants, Martindale stormed into Brian Daboll’s office and resigned his post.

A new defensive coordinator candidate has emerged for the Indianapolis Colts. According to Joel Erickson of the Indy Star, the Colts will be interviewing current Michigan defensive coordinator Wink Martindale for the opening. The interview will take place on Thursday.

The Atlanta Falcons will interview Michigan and former Baltimore Ravens coach Don 'Wink' Martindale for their defensive coordinator vacancy.

The Atlanta Falcons have conducted a virtual interview with Michigan defensive coordinator Wink Martindale as they began their ... as defensive coordinator with Denver and the Baltimore Ravens. Martindale served on the Baltimore staff from 2012-21 and ...