With the news out there that the Indianapolis Colts will hire Lou Anarumo to be their new defensive coordinator, what is the reaction on X to this move?
Let’s take a look at some have to say and if you’d like a deeper dive into this addition, follow the links below.
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Travis and Jason Kelce on the Lou Anarumo firing:
“I don’t know what the f–k is going on over there.”
“I don’t think they had the horses on defense that they’ve had in the past and Lou got handcuffed…He’s proven how good of a DC he is with good players.”
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— Noah Compton (@nerlens_) January 20, 2025
In Lou Anarumo, the #Colts are getting a different style of defensive coordinator than they’ve had in the past. Expect a more aggressive, exotic defense moving forward. pic.twitter.com/3xsqqj35lW
— Locked On Colts Podcast (@LockedOnColts) January 20, 2025
I like the Lou Anarumo hire overall. Clearly a Shane Steichen hire with how thorough Anarumo is in his game planning and preparation.
Has his work cut out for him in Indy but I’m excited to see a non static defense that mixes coverages a bit lol
— Zach Hicks (@ZachHicks2) January 20, 2025
Lou Anarumo was a top target around the league by teams and some head coaching candidates as well. Really great get by Shane. https://t.co/jW5vMAzFgq
— James Palmer (@JamesPalmerTV) January 20, 2025
Since Lou Anarumo was the DC in Cincinnati, outside CB’s who played than 60% of the snaps:
– Only one has been under 6’0 (he was 5’11)
– Only two have been below 195 lbs (both saw roles decrease or not retained)
– All but one ran a 4.43 or better
— Colts Film Room (@ColtsFilmRoom) January 20, 2025
My initial thoughts: The #Colts wanted to move in a different direction after not retaining Gus Bradley, and they certainly did with Lou Anarumo. The former #Bengals DC is known for being one of the most adaptable coordinators in the NFL. Should bring some fresh ideas to Indy. https://t.co/LmGXb07YIH
— James Boyd (@RomeovilleKid) January 20, 2025
HUGE get for the Colts, as they land Lou Anarumo as their next defensive coordinator.
Anarumo was one of the top available names on the DC cycle, known for his aggressive nature and a chameleon with his scheme.
Fantastic hire by Shane Steichen, and now Anarumo will be charged… https://t.co/4AuVU3ciYe
— Andrew Moore (@AndrewMooreNFL) January 20, 2025
Lou Anarumo’s 2022 Top 5 Defense vs his 2024 Bottom 5 Defense
Losing Jessie Bates III, Chidobe Awuzie, & DJ Reader was huge blows, as well as Eli Apple.
Bengals didn’t put enough resources to replace these players, stayed complacent & needing upgrades elsewhere (LB, Edge Depth) pic.twitter.com/ceexrUbgYE
— Jay Robins
mark (@RobinsLucas) January 20, 2025