Mike Zimmer

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(01-10-2022, 04:02 PM)psychdoctor Wrote: I think Lou had top 5-8 defense for a while but it seems they are willing to give up yards and stop the run (with exception of Browns game).  I think it would not hurt to bring Zim back in case Lou is provided a HC job somewhere.  

If the Bengals make a run, the OC and DC will be candidates for HC on some teams, at least on the short list.  

I don't know for sure but I think Zim may have some health issues.

Part of what has hurt the defensive rankings is playing some good offenses in the second half of the season.
Bengals allowed 21+ points to every team after the Bye week other than the Steelers, Broncos, and Raiders.

Interestingly enough, I (think I) had predicted that Anarumo's defense would improve somewhat compared to last year, but not be Top 10.
Earlier in the year when it was Top 10, I was impressed and surprised, but ultimately it ended up about where I expected.