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1/23/23
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2023 NFL Coaching Updates: Latest News, Rumors and Buzz
Monday, Feb. 6
Vikings Hire Flores as DC
Brian Flores has been named the new defensive coordinator for the Minnesota Vikings, ESPN reported. Flores joined the Pittsburgh Steelers as a defensive assistant for the 2022 season following a controversial departure as the Miami Dolphins head coach.
The Vikings got massively better today. Will get lost in the off seasons activities, but this is a big move.
— Joe Banner (@JoeBanner13) February 7, 2023
Saints Likely Will Hire Woods as DC
The Saints are expected to hire Joe Woods as their new defensive coordinator, ESPN reported. Woods served as the Browns' defensive coordinator from 2020 until he was fired after the 2022 season.
Woods previously worked with Saints coach Dennis Allen when Allen was the head coach of the Raiders. The Saints parted ways with Kris Richard last week, opening up this position.
Broncos adding Streif as OL coach
The Broncos are expected to hire Zach Strief as their new offensive line coach, NFL Media reported. He was a long-time Saints offensive lineman standout and favorite of Sean Payton.
Lions add Montgomery to staff
The Lions will hire Scottie Montgomery as their assistant head coach, NFL Media reported. He also will coach the running backs. Montgomery most recently was the Colts' running backs coach.
Patriots Hire College Coach to Staff
The Patriots likely will hire Oregon offensive line coach Adrian Klemm to spot on their staff, ESPN reported. Klemm will receive a raise, but his specific role on the Patriots is unknown.
Klemm has experience at the NFL level, previously serving as the Steelers' offensive line coach. Under his supervision, the Ducks allowed just five sacks in 13 games this past season.
49ers Talk to Wilks for DC opening
The 49ers interviewed Steve Wilks for the defensive coordinator position, NFL Media reported. Wilks was 6-6 as the interim head coach for Carolina but was let go when the Panthers hired Frank Reich.
