It seemed safe to say that Martindale would return in 2025, but then the Atlanta Falcons and Indianapolis Colts requested interviews with him to fill their vacant DC positions. However, since, the Falcons announced Jeff Ulbrich as their new DC and on Monday, the Colts announced Lou Anarumo to fill their vacant position.

Flowery Branch, Ga. – The Atlanta Falcons have conducted a virtual interview with Michigan defensive coordinator Wink Martindale as they began their search to replace Jimmy Lake, who was fired as defensive coordinator following the team’s 8-9 season.

After spending one season in Ann Arbor with the Michigan football program, Wink Martindale is reportedly interviewing with the Atlanta Falcons.

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.

We now have a little clarity about what 2025 is going to bring for Michigan. Sherrone Moore hinted on Friday that it 'looks good' that Rod Moore will return to

The Atlanta Falcons have conducted a virtual interview with Michigan defensive coordinator Wink Martindale as they began their search to replace Jimmy Lake, who was fired as defensive coordinator following the team's 8-9 finish.

After serving one season as Michigan’s defensive coordinator, Wink Martindale is reportedly exploring a return to the NFL.

Michigan football could be in the market for a new defensive coordinator as two NFL franchises are currently looking into Wolverines defensive coordinator Wink Martindale. Martindale is set to interview with the Atlanta Falcons and Indianapolis Colts about taking their vacant defensive coordinator positions,