Al Golden, the newly appointed defensive coordinator for the Cincinnati Bengals, is determined to bring about significant changes to the team's defense. Golden, who previously served as the Bengals' linebackers coach from 2020-21, has returned to the team after a successful stint as the defensive coordinator at Notre Dame.

The Cincinnati Bengals defense was a mess in 2024 and it was evident that a change needed to be made. Enter familiar face, Al Golden, who was hired to replace Lou Anarumo as the head defensive man for the orange and black.