AP

A candidate slated to interview for Denver’s head coaching position has removed his name from consideration for the role.

Lions defensive coordinator Teryl Austin has declined to be a candidate in Denver “at this time,” ESPN’s Josina Anderson reported Friday morning.

The Broncos and Austin were to meet on Friday.

The question now is what this means relative to the Broncos’ search, as well as Austin’s candidacy in Atlanta, where he has twice interviewed for the head coaching role. Austin also had a first interview for the Bears’ head coaching job this week.

The Broncos have interviewed offensive coordinator Adam Gase for their top coaching role. They are also reportedly seeking to meet with Bengals defensive backs coach Vance Joseph.