The team is seeking to replace Mike Smith, who was fired following a 6-10 finish in 2014.
He previously was a defensive assistant with the Jets,
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Atlanta has struggled on defense while finishing a combined 10-22 the past two seasons,
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Bowles, 51, was Philadelphia's defensive coordinator in 2012 before building one of the league's top defenses in Arizona. The Cardinals ranked fifth in the league,
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It is unclear if the team will seek to interview former Denver coach John Fox, who suddenly became available on Monday. Fox coached in the NFC South with Carolina from 2002-10.
The two straight losing seasons followed five winning seasons in a row under Smith.
The Falcons' search has focused on top defensive coordinators after former Jets coach Rex Ryan, also known for defense,
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The Falcons are expected to have a second interview with Detroit defensive coordinator Teryl Austin later this week,
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Austin, 49, was Baltimore's secondary coach for three years before becoming Detroit's defensive coordinator for the 2014 season.
Bowles' agent, Tony Agnone, told The Associated Press on Tuesday night Bowles cancelled the meeting with the Falcons that was set for Wednesday. The change in plans came as Bowles was finalizing an agreement to coach the New York Jets. Bowles met with the Jets on Tuesday.
ATLANTA (AP)