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Brian Flores News / Washington Commanders on SI / January 28

How Brian Flores Helped Shape Commanders DC Daronte Jones

As Daronte Jones steps into his new role as the Washington Commanders’ defensive coordinator, his time working alongside Brian Flores with the Minnesota Vikings taught him an important lesson he now brings to Washington.

Deebo Samuel News / Washington Commanders on SI / January 28

Commanders Have Big Deebo Samuel Free Agency Decision

Washington Commanders wide receiver Deebo Samuel is a free agent this offseason, and the team is trying to figure out whether or not to bring him back to the roster.

Da'Ron Payne News / Washington Commanders on SI / January 28

Commanders Trade Involving Daron Payne Could Be Inevitable

Washington Commanders defensive tackle Daron Payne may have played his last down with the team. Payne, a first-round pick from the 2018 NFL Draft, has only played for the Commanders in his career, but with one year remaining on his contract, Washington could look to move on.

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Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / January 28

Commanders' new defensive coordinator will bring an aggressive style and a welcome change to Washington's defense

The Washington Commanders ended their search for their new defensive coordinator, and head coach Dan Quinn showed us one key thing. We all expected a retread coach or someone he's worked with in the past, but he decided to take a swing at potential by hiring Daronte Jones from the Minnesota Vikings.

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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.

Washington Commanders News / NFL Analysis Network / January 28

The Commanders ranked last in total defense. They hired the coordinator from the unit that ranked 3rd

The Washington Commanders hired Daronte Jones as defensive coordinator. Jones comes from the Minnesota Vikings, where the defense ranked third in the league.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / January 28

Daronte Jones Reveals His Unique Strategy for Connecting With Commanders Players

The Washington Commanders tapped into a DMV native as their next defensive coordinator after parting ways with Joe Whitt Jr. Following a difficult season, the team explored a number of candidates before filling the vacancy.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / January 28

Commanders Could Get Defensive Cornerstone in NFL Draft

The Washington Commanders have the No. 7 overall pick in the NFL draft. There are a couple of options the team could take at that selection. The defensive prospects at the top of the draft are very strong, and the Commanders would be in great shape taking any of them.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / January 28

2026 Senior Bowl Day One Winners: Commanders key positions of need in NFL Draft have impressive first practice

The NFL Draft season has officially started with the Senior Bowl kicking off in Mobile, Alabama, as the top prospects get together to compete to boost their draft stock.

Adam Peters News / A to Z Sports / January 28

Adam Peters kept a close eye on one position for Commanders at Senior Bowl practice, and they didn't disappoint

The Washington Commanders kicked off the draft season by hiring their new defensive coordinator, Daronte Jones, before the 2026 Senior Bowl, and now they can focus on watching draft prospects.

NFL News / Washington Commanders on SI / January 27

Commanders Should Target Kenneth Walker III After NFC Championship Showcase

The Washington Commanders put up a dud in 2025 and have already begun the process of turning things around by hiring a new offensive coordinator, David Blough, and a new defensive coordinator, Daronte Jones, the former Minnesota Vikings' passing game coordinator and defensive backs coach.

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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.

Da'Ron Payne News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 27

Commanders Expected To Keep DT Daron Payne In 2026

Commanders DT Daron Payne is heading into the final year of his four-year, $90 million deal in 2026 after registering a career-low 61 percent defensive snap share last season.

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.

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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.

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.

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.