The Cincinnati Bengals were eliminated from playoff contention after Week 18 of the NFL regular season despite quarterback Joe Burrow putting together a career-best campaign.

The Cincinnati Bengals defense failed Joe Burrow this season, wasting the most prolific season of his entire career. And now, someone is being fired for it. Joe Burrow returned this season after a season-ending wrist injury derailed his 2023 campaign,

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.

The Cincinnati Bengals aren’t wasting any time getting interviews lined up for the defensive coordinator position after firing Lou Anarumo. According to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero, the Bengals will interview Raiders defensive coordinator Patrick Graham for the same position on Tuesday.

The Cincinnati Bengals now have two interviews for the defensive coordinator position lined up. Per the NFL rumor mill, the first interview will happen on Tuesday with Raiders defensive coordinator Patrick Graham.