Colts Reportedly Set to Hire Marion Hobby as Defensive Line Coach.
The Indianapolis Colts are reportedly expected to hire Arkansas’ Marion Hobby as their next defensive line coach, a move that signals the team is prioritizing experience and proven development up front.
Hobby comes to Indianapolis with an extensive NFL résumé, having coached defensive lines across multiple organizations over the past decade. He’s held coaching roles with the New Orleans Saints, Jacksonville Jaguars, Miami Dolphins, and most notably the Cincinnati Bengals, where he helped guide a defensive front that played a major role in Cincinnati’s rise as a consistent playoff contender.
One of the most important details in this reported hire is Hobby’s connection to Colts defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo. Hobby spent time on Anarumo’s staff in Cincinnati, meaning the two already have familiarity with each other’s expectations, terminology, and defensive philosophy. That kind of built-in chemistry can help speed up the transition for a Colts defense looking to take a step forward quickly.
If the hire becomes official, Hobby would bring a strong track record of developing talent in the trenches, improving pass rush productivity, and building depth along the defensive line—areas that will be critical for Indianapolis as they reshape their defense heading into the season.
For the Colts, this could be a smart addition: a respected coach with NFL experience, and a trusted voice for Anarumo as he builds his staff in Indianapolis.