The Arizona Cardinals have officially requested to interview Los Angeles Rams assistant head coach and defensive pass game coordinator Aubrey Pleasant for their vacant defensive coordinator position, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.
Pleasant has emerged as a top candidate during this coaching cycle, having recently been a strong contender for the Los Angeles Chargers defensive coordinator opening. The move to interview with Arizona would reunite Pleasant with a former colleague on the Cardinals' coaching staff as the team looks to fill the leadership role on the defensive side of the ball.
In his current role with the Rams, Pleasant serves as a high-ranking member of Sean McVay's staff, overseeing the defensive passing game. His experience and reputation as a rising defensive mind have made him a frequent name in coordinator searches across the league. The Cardinals are moving quickly to identify their next defensive leader following the conclusion of their season.
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