James A. Lake, The Falcons and Defensive Coordinator

Falcons fire defensive coordinator Jimmy Lake after one season
The Atlanta Falcons fired defensive coordinator Jimmy Lake after one season, NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo reported on Saturday afternoon. Head coach Raheem Morris left the door open for potential coaching changes during his Monday press conference. Morris was non-committal when asked if the team would retain Lake as defensive coordinator.
Falcons fire defensive coordinator Jimmy Lake after 1 season: Who could replace him?
Lake’s future seemed tenuous when head coach Raheem Morris was critical of the defensive effort in the season-ending loss to Carolina.
Atlanta Falcons Defensive Coordinator Search Could Come Down to 2
In an official team announcement, the Atlanta Falcons announced they had parted ways with first year defensive coordinator Jimmy Lake. "After a thorough evaluation of the season, and with careful consideration for our team's future,
Falcons fire first-year defensive coordinator Jimmy Lake
The Falcons have fired defensive coordinator Jimmy Lake after the team allowed the second-most touchdown passes in the NFL and had the second-fewest sacks.
Falcons begin search for defensive coordinator by interviewing Michigan's Wink Martindale
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons have conducted a virtual interview with Michigan defensive coordinator Wink Martindale as they began their search to replace Jimmy Lake, who was fired as defensive coordinator following the team’s 8-9 season.
Atlanta Falcons fire defensive coordinator Jimmy Lake, assistant Jay Rodgers
The Atlanta Falcons fired defensive coordinator Jimmy Lake and defensive line coach Jay Rodgers on Saturday following first-year coach Raheem Morris’ sharp criticism of his defense’s disappointing finish.
Michigan's Wink Martindale interviews for Falcons' defensive coordinator job
Flowery Branch, Ga. – The Atlanta Falcons have conducted a virtual interview with Michigan defensive coordinator Wink Martindale as they began their search to replace Jimmy Lake, who was fired as defensive coordinator following the team’s 8-9 season.
Falcons fire defensive coordinator Jimmy Lake after one season in Atlanta
The Atlanta Falcons have fired defensive coordinator Jimmy Lake after one season with the franchise, the team announced Saturday. Along with Lake, the club has also let go of defensive line coach Jay Rodgers.
Tracking each interview for Falcons defensive coordinator vacancy
The Atlanta Falcons fired defensive coordinator Jimmy Lake over the weekend and the search for his replacement has already begun. Despite head coach Raheem Morris’ experience as a defensive play-caller,
Falcons raise eyebrows with latest defensive coordinator interview target
Atlanta's defensive struggles might continue as the Falcons reportedly target an unexpected candidate for their vacant defensive coordinator position.
Falcons fire defensive coordinator Jimmy Lake, assistant Jay Rodgers following defense’s poor finish
The Atlanta Falcons have fired defensive coordinator Jimmy Lake and defensive line coach Jay Rodgers following first-year ...
BREAKING: Falcons Fire DC Jimmy Lake
The Atlanta Falcons have made a significant change to their coaching staff. Atlanta has fired defensive coordinator Jimmy ...
NFL News: Jimmy Lake Fired as Falcons DC by Raheem Morris After 1 Season
The Atlanta Falcons fired Jimmy Lake on Saturday, ending his tenure as the team's defensive coordinator after just one season ...
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Report: Buzz building around Jimmy Lake’s job security
While it seems that Raheem Morris and Terry Fontenot will be back in 2025 with the Falcons, that might not be the case for ...
Falcons Fire Defensive Coordinator Jimmy Lake As Raheem Morris Reworks Staff
The Atlanta Falcons decided to part ways with defensive coordinator Jimmy Lake and defensive line coach Jay Rodgers.