Commanders hire David Blough
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A lot can happen in one year, just ask the Washington Commanders. This time last year, the Commanders were making a magical run to the NFC Championship. This year, the team is watching the postseason from the couch.
The Washington Commanders suffered injuries and struggled with uninspired coaching decisions throughout 2025, ultimately leading to a literal rev
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Washington acquired Tunsil to protect Jayden Daniels' blind side, and the Commanders reaped the benefits. It didn't matter who lined up under center; Tunsil made sure that the left side was locked down, allowing just one sack all season. He allowed a pressure rate of about 3.1% and is ranked among the most efficient pass blockers in the league.
A former Minnesota Vikings quarterback and NFL journeyman will serve as the Washington Commanders offensive coordinator.
Mike McDaniel's release from Miami offers Dan Quinn a rare chance to hire a brilliant play-caller who can "raise the floor" for Jayden Daniels.
Whitt had been with Quinn for six seasons with three different teams. But repeated missed assignments led a defense that finished middle of the pack in 2024 to crater in 2025, ranking last in yards allowed and 27th in points, multiple players and coaches said.
The Washington Commanders are hiring former Detroit Lions backup quarterback David Blough as their new offensive coordinator.
There was more news from Washington yesterday, with Commanders assistant QB coach David Blough reportedly getting an interview with his former team, the Detroit Lions, for their newly-vacated offensive coordinator job. Johnny Morton was fired after one season of not being able to live up to the legend of Ben Johnson.