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Dan Quinn’s hires will put Commanders in playoffs — or make him someone else’s DC in 2027

The Washington Commanders swung and missed on a big name for their new defensive coordinator. That comes on the heels of an unproven OC hire. And head coach Dan Quinn’s coaching hires will do one of two things: put his team in the playoffs, or send him back to a defensive coordinator role with another team in 2027.

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Commanders Beat Out Five Teams to Hire Defensive Coordinator Daronte Jones

ASHBURN, Va. — The Washington Commanders were possibly the last team to interview new defensive coordinator Daronte Jones before agreeing to hire him earlier this week, but they weren’t the only ones.

Washington Commanders News / Field Level Media / January 27

Reports: Commanders to tab Daronte Jones as DC

The Washington Commanders will hire Daronte Jones of the Minnesota Vikings as their next defensive coordinator, multiple media outlets reported. Jones, 47, would take the place of Joe Whitt, who was fired on Jan.

Washington Commanders News / DC Sports King / January 27

Daronte Jones is the bold hire the Commanders defense needs right now

The Washington Commanders have officially made their move to revitalize a defense that struggled mightily in 2025, hiring Daronte Jones as their new defensive coordinator.

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Dan Quinn News / A to Z Sports / January 27

Dan Quinn goes direction nobody expected as Commanders hire highly coveted defensive coordinator candidate

The Washington Commanders started their search for a new defensive coordinator after parting ways with Joe Whitt Jr as soon as the season ended, and it’s been a long, thorough process.

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The best one-and-done playoff teams in NFL history

The best teams do not always win the Super Bowl. Sometimes, great NFL squads have failed to win a playoff game. Here are the best ones since the AFL-NFL merger to fall short of advancing in a postseason bracket.

NFL News / Washington Commanders on SI / January 26

Commanders Hire Former Vikings Coach as Defensive Coordinator

The Washington Commanders are ending their defensive coordinator search by hiring Minnesota Vikings run game coordinator Daronte Jones. "Source: Commanders are finalizing a deal to hire Vikings defensive passing game coordinator and defensive backs coach Daronte Jones as their defensive coordinator," ESPN insider Adam Schefter tweeted.

Brian Flores News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 26

Commanders finalizing deal with Brian Flores assistant as new DC

The Washington Commanders have been searching for a new defensive coordinator all offseason. They interviewed a number of candidates, including Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores.

Washington Commanders News / Pro Football Rumors / January 26

Commanders To Hire Daronte Jones As Defensive Coordinator

The Commanders have found their new defensive coordinator. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Commanders are finalizing a deal to hire Daronte Jones as their new DC.

Washington Commanders News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 26

Commanders Hiring Daronte Jones As New Defensive Coordinator

The Washington Commanders are finalizing a deal to make Vikings DB coach Daronte Jones their new defensive coordinator, per Adam Schefter. Jones has been

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / January 26

Chris Rodriguez Jr. Named Commanders’ Unsung Hero of 2025

The Washington Commanders struggled to find their rhythm on offense for much of the 2025 season, largely due to a wave of injuries. Second-year quarterback

NFL News / A to Z Sports / January 26

Jayden Daniels' former teammate makes a strong statement on Commanders QB's leadership skills and unique abilities

Jayden Daniels had a special college career with the LSU Tigers before being selected by the Washington Commanders to become their next franchise quarterback.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / January 26

The Commanders' chances of losing a top assistant coach, but earning two compensatory picks just went up

The Washington Commanders are looking for their next defensive coordinator, but they may also have another position to fill if they lose a top assistant coach soon.

Sam Cosmi News / Washington Commanders on SI / January 25

Sam Cosmi Was the Commanders’ Secret Superstar in 2025

ASHBURN, Va. — The Washington Commanders didn’t have a lot to celebrate in 2025, but the successful rehabilitation and return of offensive lineman Sam

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Washington Commanders News / Pro Football Rumors / January 25

Commanders To Conduct DC Interview With Daronte Jones

Daronte Jones has been among the the most sought-after defensive coordinator candidates in this year’s cycle. The current Vikings defensive pass-game coordinator is now on the radar of another DC-needy team.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / January 24

Commanders face massive staff changes that will impact their decisions in the 2026 NFL Draft

It's officially NFL Draft season, and the Washington Commanders will be looking to add talent to the roster and fix a lot of holes. The team will get an up-close look at some of the best prospects in the draft at the Senior Bowl, but the staff will be much different from what it has in the past.

Breece Hall News / Gridiron Heroics / January 24

'Commanders will make a big splash': Washington predicted to land 18-career touchdown RB

The Washington Commanders are being pegged to make a blockbuster splash in free agency by signing running back Breece Hall, a move that would reshape the team’s offense.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / January 24

Al Harris Emerges as a Serious Candidate for Commanders Defensive Coordinator

ASHBURN, Va. –– The Washington Commanders hired offensive coordinator David Blough three weeks ago, but the search for a defensive coordinator remains unresolved.

Mike Pettine News / Washington Commanders on SI / January 24

Mike Pettine’s Comments Reveal a Major Red Flag Washington Dodged

ASHBURN, Va. – We know enough about the Washington Commanders’ defensive coordinator search to know that Brian Flores is not going to be the man hired for the job, and that may be the best part of the search when it’s all said and done.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / January 24

Quan Martin Trade Could Make Sense For Commanders

The Washington Commanders have some issues on the defensive end that need to be worked out this offseason. Some of the solutions may be linked to fixing the secondary, and a trade could be the best path moving forward.

Washington Commanders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 23

Commanders’ empty DC job spells more trouble for 2026

It’s not that the Washington Commanders haven’t tried to get a premier defensive coordinator. They have interviewed top-level guys. However, the empty defensive coordinator job spells more trouble for the 2026 season.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / January 22

Coaching Rumors: Cardinals, Kingsbury, Webb, 49ers, Falcons, Petzing, Lions, Fraley, Jaguars, Commanders

As the Steelers and Bills’ searches get underway, the Browns, Cardinals and Raiders’ processes have shifted into the background a bit. Two candidates (Mike McDaniel, Jesse Minter) pulled out of the Cleveland search, while Kevin Stefanski exited the Vegas derby.

Washington Commanders News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 21

Commanders Interviewed Al Harris For Defensive Coordinator Position

The Washington Commanders are interviewing Bears DB coach and passing game coordinator Al Harris for their defensive coordinator position, according to Jeremy Fowler.