The Broncos Allen was hired in January 2011, and became the second youngest defensive coordinator in the NFL at 39 years old. Denver defense was ranked dead last in the league, at 32nd in 2010, and he was able to help them improve to 20th in yards allowed, and 24th in points allowed in 2011. Corkran also tweeted that Allen ran a 43 scheme with the Broncos, but he is well versed in defensive concepts after coaching under Greg Williams and John Fox.Ask if you can store your overcoat, umbrella or heavy bag while you are interviewing. Don't carry a beverage into the interview but if they offer you something during your meeting, always take the water. If you get thirsty later, you'll appreciate it (and unlike soda, coffee and tea, water dries clear should you spill it.).

Detroit isn't as fortunate in hosting New England. The Lions have dropped their past six Thanksgiving Day games by a 19.9point margin despite having homefield advantage. While Detroit has made some improvements