Glenn would be the fifth candidate in New England’s head coaching search, joining Byron Leftwich, Pep Hamilton, Mike Vrabel, and Ben Johnson.

New England has requested permission to speak with Detroit’s defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn, according to Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer. Because the Lions are still in the postseason, Glenn’s interview would need to be virtual at some point over the next three days. They can’t interview him in person until after his season is over.

The Bengals are planning to interview Patriots defensive coordinator DeMarcus Covington for the same position Wednesday, according to an NFL Network report.