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The Cincinnati Bengals’ defensive coordinator post is no longer vacant.
Word broke Wednesday that the Bengals would announce the hire of Al Golden as defensive coordinator.
Golden’s hire follows the Monday announcement of additional coaching hires on the offensive side of the ball ahead of a critical offseason for the Bengals. After back-to-back 9-8 seasons with no playoff berths, the pressure is on the Bengals’ Zac Taylor to win now.
Following the now-concluded regime of former Bengals coordinator Lou Anarumo, Golden returns to Cincinnati a rejuvenated coach following a highly successful period as defensive coordinator of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish.
Here are five things to know about Golden, his past influences and his latest work in the game.
Al Golden’s coaching history: A Nittany Lion product
Oct 2, 2010; West Point, NY, USA; Temple Owls head coach Al Golden argues with officials during the game the game against the Army Black Knights at Michie Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rob Christy-USA TODAY Sports
In his coaching career, Golden is well-traveled and experienced. His first influence in the college game was Joe Paterno as Golden played his college football at Penn State as a tight end. Golden picked up plenty during his time in State College, Pa., including Paterno’s signature style, a white shirt and tie, and khakis with sneakers. Golden made that his own signature style while roaming the sidelines as the head coach at Temple University (2006-10) and University of Miami (2011-15).
Golden turned the Temple Owls program around and was later inducted into the university’s athletic department’s hall of fame. He then jumped to Miami, where he guided the Hurricanes to an ACC championship game.
Golden has served as the defensive coordinator at Notre Dame since 2022. He is a candidate for the Broyles Award, which honors the top…
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Publish date : 2025-01-22 21:56:00
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