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Commanders finally made a decision that should've been made weeks ago — and Dan Quinn's future depends on how he responds

The 2025 season is officially over for the Washington Commanders, and a critical offseason is underway for general manager Adam Peters and head coach Dan Quinn.

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Commanders Signing WR Nick Nash & G Tyler Cooper To Futures Deals

Nicki Jhabvala of The Athletic reports the Commanders are signing WR Nick Nash and G Tyler Cooper to futures deals. The following is an updated list of players Washington signed to futures deals: G Sala Aumavae-Laulu DT Ricky Barber WR Ja’Corey Brooks CB Tre Hawkins DE D.J.

Washington Commanders News / Larry Brown Sports / January 6

Report: Jayden Daniels ‘blindsided’ by Commanders’ coaching move

The Washington Commanders have reportedly left Jayden Daniels unhappy with their bold move on Tuesday. Daniels and several of his teammates are “disappointed” with Washington’s decision to part ways with offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury, according to NFL insider Jordan Schultz.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / January 6

Commanders veteran running back says his goodbye

Having spent just two seasons with the Washington Commanders, veteran running back Austin Ekeler's latest Instagram posts suggests the city and fans have left a strong impression on him in a relatively short time, for fans the feeling is mutual.

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The 'Most sacks in an NFL season' quiz

The NFL officially started recording sack totals during the 1982 season, and since then a player has totaled 18 or more sacks in a season on 31 occasions. How many of the 31 can you name in five minutes?

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Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / January 6

Latest intel regarding Kliff Kingsbury's departure raises even more concern around the Commanders' future

The Washington Commanders wasted no time dropping an absolute bombshell that has a drastic impact on their offseason and their franchise quarterback. Dan Quinn is in complete control of all of the coaching staff decisions, and he decided to part ways with offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury after a nightmare season.

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The best passing performances from one NFL playoff run

Rule changes have made passing numbers easier to compile in the modern era, and the game's top quarterbacks have taken full advantage. While the heaviest hitters are represented here, some storied postseasons by slightly lesser-celebrated QBs remain entrenched in playoff annals as well.

Washington Commanders News / The Predictors / January 6

Commanders part ways with OC Kliff Kingsbury and DC Joe Whitt Jr.

After an abysmal 2025 season filed with injuries, blowouts, and the Washington Commanders finished the season with a 5-12 record, and have subsequently parted ways with offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury and defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr.

Jayden Daniels News / Yardbarker / January 6

Daniels among Commanders players 'blindsided' by Kingsbury decision

Jayden Daniels among Commanders players 'blindsided' by Kliff Kingsbury decision

Making a move that blindsides your No. 2 overall pick from just two seasons ago is certainly not a good look for any NFL franchise.

Kliff Kingsbury parting ways with Commanders as part of major changes

Josh Johnson earns rare victory as Commanders nip Eagles

The biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season

The 'Starting NFL QBs in 2025-26' quiz

Washington Commanders News / Total Apex Sports / January 6

The Washington Commanders and OC Kliff Kingsbury Are Calling It Quits After Two Seasons

Well, folks, the coaching carousel has started spinning early this year, and the first major domino to fall lands right in the lap of the Washington Commanders.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / January 6

Commanders firing defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr. comes as no surprise

The Washington Commanders are cleaning house when it comes to the team's coordinators. After offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury and the team mutually agreed to part ways, the organization has also fired defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr.

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / January 6

Kliff Kingsbury makes surprising decision about his future

Kliff Kingsbury is officially on the market. Kingsbury and the Washington Commanders mutually agreed to part ways on Tuesday, according to multiple reports.

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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 / Field Level Media / January 6

Reports: Commanders part ways with OC Kliff Kingsbury, DC Joe Whitt Jr.

The Washington Commanders are in the market for a pair of new coordinators after parting ways with Kliff Kingsbury and Joe Whitt Jr., ESPN reported on Tuesday.

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The 'Most sacks in an NFL season' quiz

The 'Last 4K-yard passer by NFL team' quiz

The 'Heisman Trophy winners since 2000' quiz

The 'TE receiving leaders by NFL team' quiz

Washington Commanders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 6

Kliff Kingsbury to interview with Giants, Titans after Commanders exit

On Tuesday, the Washington Commanders made headlines by firing offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury following their disastrous 2025 season, which saw them miss the playoffs altogether after making a surprise run to the NFC Championship Game in 2024.

Washington Commanders News / The Spun / January 6

Commanders Oust Two Coaches After Disappointing 2025 Season

After reaching the NFC Championship Game in 2024, the Washington Commanders were out of playoff early as injuries and poor coaching caused them to go from 12-5 to 5-12.

Dan Quinn News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 6

Commanders’ Dan Quinn fires OC Kliff Kingsbury, DC Joe Whitt Jr. after disastrous season

The Washington Commanders will be making significant coaching changes in the 2026 offseason. After a disastrous 5-12 season, head coach Dan Quinn has relieved offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury and defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr.

Washington Commanders News / Pro Football Rumors / January 6

Commanders Fire DC Joe Whitt

The Commanders will have a pair of new coordinators in 2026. The team has parted ways with OC Kliff Kingsbury, but DC Joe Whitt is also on the way out.

Washington Commanders News / Pro Football Rumors / January 6

Commanders, Kliff Kingsbury Part Ways

A weekend report indicated Kliff Kingsbury would not be a lock to return as Commanders OC. Despite his offense helping Jayden Daniels to Offensive Rookie of the Year acclaim in 2024, Kingsbury is indeed out in Washington.

Washington Commanders News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 6

Commanders Also Fired DC Joe Whitt Jr.

According to Jonathan Jones, the Commanders have fired DC Joe Whitt Jr. This doesn’t come as a big surprise given he was stripped of play-calling duties

Washington Commanders News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 6

Commanders Parting Ways With OC Kliff Kingsbury

According to Tom Pelissero, the Commanders and OC Kliff Kingsbury have mutually agreed to part ways this offseason. Kingsbury was a hot coaching name

Washington Commanders News / Yardbarker / January 6

Kliff Kingsbury parting ways with Commanders as part of major changes

The Washington Commanders are undergoing significant changes in the wake of a disappointing season, and Kingsbury is among those who are leaving the organization.

The good, bad and questionable from NFL's end-of-season coach firings

Josh Johnson earns rare victory as Commanders nip Eagles

The biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season

The 'Starting NFL QBs in 2025-26' quiz

Washington Commanders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 6

Commanders rumors: Is Kliff Kingsbury writing on wall after cryptic Dan Quinn, Adam Peters presser?

After a troubling 2025 campaign, the Washington Commanders are evaluating all aspects of their organization. That includes offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / January 6

Five key free agents for Commanders

The Washington Commanders are seeing their season end, so the future is at the forefront of the discussion for many players. The Commanders can't bring everyone back, but they will have to make a decision on a few key players.

Von Miller News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 6

Von Miller Wants To Play Another Season, Hopes To Remain With Commanders

Commanders OLB Von Miller is set to be an unrestricted free agent this year after signing a one-year deal for 2025, his age-36 season. Coming off a solid season where he appeared in every game, Miller plans to play another season in 2026 and expressed his desire to do so in Washington.