As expected, the Cincinnati Bengals are hiring former Bengals LB coach and Notre Dame defensive coordinator Al Golden to replace Lou Anarumo. As Golden returns to the NFL, Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down the pros and cons of the Bengals' approach to this hire, whether Zac Taylor has earned any credibility for putting together a coaching staff, and point out that Notre Dame fans aren't happy to be losing Golden. Plus, the Bengals are adding Jerry Montgomery to coach the defensive line, and for both Montgomery and Golden, player development will be an emphasis.

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No surprises! Al Golden will be the Bengals' next DC