By Mummy Grace 
The NFL coaching carousel is spinning rapidly, and Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn has emerged as one of the most sought-after candidates. After leading a depleted Lions defense to a dominant 31-9 win over the Minnesota Vikings in the NFC North clincher, Glenn’s stock has skyrocketed.
Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton, who has a long-standing relationship with Glenn, offered glowing praise for his performance. Payton highlighted Glenn’s tactical mastery during Sunday night’s game, saying, “The best interview that Aaron Glenn could ever give was for three hours last night. There’s not one thing he can say or do to a GM or an owner that’s more impressive than that game.”
Detroit’s defense held the high-powered Vikings offense to a season-low nine points and just 262 total yards, even with a roster riddled with injuries. This feat underscores Glenn’s ability to adapt and elevate his unit in crucial moments.
Glenn’s coaching pedigree is bolstered by his time with Payton in New Orleans, where he served as the defensive backs coach from 2016 to 2020. During those five seasons, the Saints were the NFC’s winningest team, showcasing Glenn’s consistency in developing successful defensive strategies.
Reports indicate multiple teams have requested interviews with Glenn, with the New Orleans Saints rumored to be among them. As a former player and coach in New Orleans, Glenn’s ties to the organization could make him a natural fit for their head coaching vacancy.
With his stellar track record and the glowing endorsement from Payton, Glenn is poised to become one of the most compelling candidates in this year’s coaching cycle. Whether in New Orleans or elsewhere, his rise as a defensive mastermind appears inevitable.