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The Cincinnati Bengals defensive coordinator job has been open for more than two weeks now, but there hasn't been much movement on a possible hiring and now we know why: The team was waiting for Notre Dame to finish its season.

The club is targeting Notre Dame defensive coordinator Al Golden. Not only did he play a crucial role in the Fighting Irish making the national championship game against Ohio State, but he also has a history with the Bengals. Golden was Cincinnati's linebacker coach in 2020 and 2021.