Don "Wink" Martindale [1] (born May 19, 1963) is an American football coach. He is the defensive coordinator for the University of Michigan, a position he has held since 2024. He previously served as the defensive coordinator for the New York Giants and …

Don 'Wink' Martindale is his first season as the Matt and Nicole Lester Family Defensive Coordinator for the University of Michigan Football program. The architect of the defense Michigan has run the past three seasons, Martindale joins the Wolverines’ 2024 staff after spending the past 20 years in the NFL.

Mar 14, 2024 · Martindale, 60, has been in Ann Arbor for more than six weeks, but was only recently announced as the team’s defensive coordinator earlier this month.

Sep 7, 2024 · The No. 3 Longhorns, led by quarterback Quinn Ewers, jumped out to a 24-3 halftime lead at the expense of No. 10 Michigan and first-year defensive coordinator Wink Martindale. Ewers completed...

Feb 9, 2024 · ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Don “Wink” Martindale, one of the architects of the Baltimore Ravens scheme that has become a staple at Michigan, has agreed to become the Wolverines’ defensive...

Jul 31, 2024 · With more than thirty years as a coach, Wink Martindale isn't going to drastically change his style as he tries to recreate a No. 1 defense.

Mar 8, 2024 · One of the worst kept secrets around the Michigan football program is finally official. Don "Wink" Martindale has been named the team's next defensive coordinator, the program officially...

Feb 9, 2024 · On Friday, the Michigan Wolverines hired Wink Martindale as their new defensive coordinator. Martindale has been in the NFL since 2004 and spent the last two seasons as the New York Giants DC....

Jan 12, 2025 · Don “Wink” Martindale has made a name for himself as a respected defensive coordinator, known for his keen strategic mind and ability to develop strong defenses. Here is a detailed look at his professional career.

Feb 13, 2024 · To combat that, the Wolverines plucked an NFL defensive coordinator of their own: Don “Wink” Martindale from the New York Giants. Martindale’s tenure ended very strangely in New York.