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Anarumo Appears Safe in Indy as Head Coach Window Closes

Just over a year ago, the Indianapolis Colts hired former Cincinnati Bengals defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo. The Colts had parted ways with longtime coordinator Gus Bradley, and they were looking to shake things up a bit.

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Kyle Shanahan: Gus Bradley ‘Obvious’ Choice For 49ers’ DC Job

The 49ers are without a defensive coordinator after Robert Saleh became the Titans’ head coach on Monday, but it doesn’t appear they’ll go outside the organization for a replacement.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 21

Shanahan: Gus Bradley The Favorite For 49ers’ DC Job

The 49ers face the task of replacing former DC Robert Saleh after he signed to become the Titans’ head coach. When talking to reporters, HC Kyle Shanahan said assistant HC Gus Bradley is the “obvious” choice to assume the defensive coordinator role. “I’m going to say it’s a wide net but Gus is the obvious one to everybody and us too.

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49ers reflect on difficult journey to the postseason, look ahead to the playoffs

There have been multiple moments over the past several months where the thought of this San Francisco 49ers team being a number one seed in the playoffs would have seemed far-fetched at best, but that's exactly where they are with two games left to play.

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The best teams do not always win the Super Bowl. Sometimes, great NFL squads have failed to win a playoff game. Here are the best ones since the AFL-NFL merger to fall short of advancing in a postseason bracket.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / November 11

Colts Coach Floated as Candidate for Giants HC Gig

As soon as the 2024 regular season ended, the Indianapolis Colts released defensive coordinator Gus Bradley and searched for a new name to fill his role.

Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / October 17

One of the Colts biggest rivals is reportedly thinking about trying to steal away a key part of their team in the offseason

The Indianapolis Colts made a significant change to their defense this offseason by hiring Lou Anarumo to replace Gus Bradley as their defensive coordinator.

Jacksonville Jaguars News / Jacksonville Jaguars on SI / September 30

Jaguars' Latest Roster Move Has Special Meaning Behind It

The Jacksonville Jaguars added a new quarterback to their roster on Tuesday, but the quarterback is not exactly new to Jacksonville. The Jaguars signed

Jacksonville Jaguars News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 30

Jaguars sign QB son of former coach

The Jacksonville Jaguars have marched out to a good start to the 2025 NFL season. The Jaguars are 3-1 on the campaign. Jacksonville is adding a quarterback as they look to post more victories.

Jacksonville Jaguars News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 30

Jaguars Sign QB Carter Bradley

The Jacksonville Jaguars announced they have signed QB Carter Bradley to the practice squad. In correspondence, the Jaguars released QB Seth Henigan from the practice squad.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 4

What the 49ers like about QB Carter Bradley

The San Francisco 49ers showed confidence in newly signed quarterback Carter Bradley on Monday by waiving Tanner Mordecai, who spent last season with the team.

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For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Bolt Beat / July 16

It's not even training camp and the Raiders have already given up on a QB

The Las Vegas Raiders' revolving door of quarterbacks has been a point of interest for LA Chargers fans. After all, the more the Raiders cycle through quarterbacks the longer they remain irrelevant in the big picture.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Raiders Newswire / July 15

Raiders Release QB Carter Bradley Prior To Training Camp

The Las Vegas Raiders have to get better play from under center if they want any hopes of taking a leap in 2025. The front office took a big step in that direction by trading for Geno Smith to be the team’s starter at quarterback, but the franchise also needs depth behind him.

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Las Vegas Raiders News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 14

Raiders Waive QB Carter Bradley

The Las Vegas Raiders announced they have waived QB Carter Bradley. Bradley, 25, wound up going undrafted out of South Alabama. He later signed a rookie contract with the Raiders, but was waived coming out of the preseason.

Jacksonville Jaguars News / Jacksonville Jaguars on SI / July 11

Gus Bradley's Jaguars Tenure Earns Unwelcome Ranking

The Jacksonville Jaguars have had some bad luck with the head coach role this century. The Jaguars are one of a few teams to have multiple head coaches listed on a recent ranking of poor hires; one is obvious in Urban Meyer , who only lasted 13 games before the NFL chewed him up and spit him out onto a Fox Sports Desk.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / June 26

Colts Key Position Group Earns Brutal Ranking

The Indianapolis Colts' defense obtained a new coordinator in Lou Anarumo. While the Colts had Gus Bradley for three seasons, Bradley deployed a static approach that quarterbacks quickly became privy to.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / June 25

Colts' Defensive Line Not Thought Highly of

The Indianapolis Colts acquired the venerable defensive coordinator from the Cincinnati Bengals, Lou Anarumo. After three seasons with Gus Bradley, the Colts decided not to renew his contract and opted for a new direction after some underwhelming performances from Bradley's scheme.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / June 21

Colts' Dynamic Corners Left Off Prestigious List

The Indianapolis Colts' defense was shaky and inconsistent in 2024 under three-year defensive coordinator Gus Bradley. While Bradley is respected in the NFL and has had success in the past, he was underwhelming and often allowed too much from opposing passing attacks.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / June 12

How Robert Saleh Benefits From 49ers Assistant Gus Bradley

One coach who played a role in Robert Saleh’s defensive acumen is Gus Bradley. The two spent a few years together when Bradley was the head coach of the Jacksonville Jaguars.

NFL News / Gridiron Heroics / April 16

NFL Trade Rumors: Jalen Ramsey To 49ers Gets Hint From Insider

Jalen Ramsey might soon play for the San Francisco 49ers according to Grant Cohn of Sports Illustrated. On Tuesday, Chris Grier, general manager of the Miami Dolphins, confirmed with reporters that cornerback Ramsey will in fact be traded before the start of the 2025 NFL season.

San Francisco 49ers News / Larry Brown Sports / February 7

49ers add former head coach to their staff

The San Francisco 49ers have added a former NFL head coach to their staff.

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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / February 7

49ers hiring Gus Bradley to coaching staff

The San Francisco 49ers are bringing in former NFL head coach Gus Bradley to join Kyle Shanahan's coaching staff in Santa Clara, according to NFL insider Tom Pelissero.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 7

49ers Adding Gus Bradley To Coaching Staff

Tom Pelissero of NFL Media reports that former Colts DC Gus Bradley is expected to join the 49ers coaching staff. Pelissero notes that Bradley has ties to 49ers DC Robert Saleh from their time together in Seattle and Jacksonville.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 20, 2025

Colts nab ex-Bengals DC after Gus Bradley dismissal

The Indianapolis Colts have their next defensive coordinator in place. Head coach Shane Steichen and company are now turning to a former AFC champion to run the unit post Gus Bradley.

Indianapolis Colts News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 6, 2025

Colts Fire DC Gus Bradley

The Indianapolis Colts announced Monday that they’ve fired defensive coordinator Gus Bradley. “I’m appreciative of Gus and the commitment he made to the Colts,” head coach Shane Steichen said.

Indianapolis Colts News / Last Word On Sports / August 12, 2024

The Good and Bad from Gus Bradley’s Defense

The Indianapolis Colts played their first preseason game at home against the Denver Broncos. In that contest, Gus Bradley’s defense was tested and with that, a lot of good came, but also a lot of bad.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / March 20, 2024

Steelers Scouting Little-known Quarterback Prospect Carter Bradley

The Pittsburgh Steelers likely won't draft a quarterback early in the 2024 NFL Draft. They already have Russell Wilson and Justin Fields as their two quarterbacks, but they might consider adding a sleeper quarterback as their third stringer.

Indianapolis Colts News / Last Word On Sports / January 15, 2024

Why Gus Bradley Is Staying With the Indianapolis Colts

Defensive coordinator Gus Bradley is staying with the Indianapolis Colts for at least the 2024 NFL season, and there is good reason as to why. After a much-anticipated end of the 2023 season press conference, Colts General Manager Chris Ballard announced that the plan is for Gus Bradley to remain as defensive coordinator.

Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / December 24, 2023

How Gus Bradley stole Colts fan's Christmas

The Indianapolis Colts were embarrassed in Week 16 after losing 29-10 to the Atlanta Falcons. If it wasn't apparent before today, this result should be the beginning of the end for Colts defensive coordinator Gus Bradley. For the 2nd time in three weeks, the Colts were dominated by a backup QB.