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Commanders make a quick hire at offensive coordinator that leaves fans with a bittersweet taste in their mouths

The Washington Commanders wasted no time moving on from offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury after the season. Head coach Dan Quinn has kept that same urgency and has already made the first big hire of the offseason before others even started their process.

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Commanders make surprising decision on offensive coordinator hire

Washington Commanders shocked many earlier in the week when they fired Kliff Kingsbury, but they no longer have a vacancy at the position. According to NFL Network insider Ian Rapaport, the Commanders are promoting quarterbacks coach David Blough to the offensive coordinator position.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / January 9

Commanders star reveals exact moment 'everything' fell apart

ASHBURN, Va. – The Washington Commanders suffered injuries and struggled with uninspired coaching decisions throughout 2025, ultimately leading to a literal reversal of their 2024 12-5 regular-season record and a deep playoff run.

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Commanders must target 'perfect' offensive coordinator following firing

The Washington Commanders' season fell flat. After reaching the NFC Championship in 2024, things fell apart in 2025 with injuries and preseason distractions causing many of the issues that led the Commanders to go just 5-12.

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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.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / January 9

The Commanders are looking for their next defensive coordinator – and a familiar face will be the clear favorite

The Washington Commanders have started their search for the new defensive coordinator, and they can't get this one wrong. Head coach Dan Quinn finally moved on from long-time right-hand man Joe Whitt Jr, and now he has to save his job with a homerun hire.

Washington Commanders News / Yardbarker / January 9

Did this fear lead to Quinn making controversial Kingsbury, Whitt Jr. moves?

Did this fear lead to Commanders HC Dan Quinn making controversial Kliff Kingsbury, Joe Whitt Jr. moves?

For a piece published on Friday afternoon, ESPN's John Keim shared what the moves could mean for Quinn's long-term future in the NFL.

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

Commanders Interview Lunda Wells For OC Job

Commanders could be dealing with familiar problem based on concerning report

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Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / January 9

One of Kliff Kingsbury's first head coaching interviews sets up a potential revenge game for Commanders

The Washington Commanders are moving forward with massive changes to the coaching staff after head coach Dan Quinn made the only move he had left. Quinn decided to move on from both Joe Whitt Jr.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / January 9

Commanders defender's arrest makes difficult decision easy

The Washington Commanders' season didn't quite go according to plan, with distractions and injuries being at the forefront of the falloff from their 2024 NFC Championship appearance.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / January 9

Commanders Interview Lunda Wells For OC Job

The Commanders have interviewed their first potential replacement for Kliff Kingsbury. ESPN’s Todd Archer reported earlier today that the organization had requested permission to interview Cowboys tight ends coach Lunda Wells for their OC vacancy.

Washington Commanders News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 9

Commanders Completed Interview With Lunda Wells For OC Position

The Washington Commanders have completed an interview with Cowboys TE coach Lunda Wells for their offensive coordinator position, according to Adam Schefter.

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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.

Marshon Lattimore News / Pro Football Rumors / January 8

Commanders CB Marshon Lattimore Arrested, Under Investigation For Weapon Violation

Commanders cornerback Marshon Lattimore was arrested in Ohio and is under investigation for a weapon violation, according to a report from Cleveland 19.

Washington Commanders News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 8

Commanders Request Interview With Cowboys TEs Coach Lunda Wells For OC Job

Todd Archer of ESPN reports that the Commanders have requested permission to speak with Cowboys TEs coach Lunda Wells regarding their offensive coordinator opening,.

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Commanders’ Marshon Lattimore arrested on weapons charge

Washington Commanders cornerback Marshon Lattimore was arrested Wednesday in Lakewood, Ohio, and is facing two charges. Lattimore, who played college football at Ohio State, is facing charges of carrying concealed weapons and improperly handling firearms in a motor vehicle.

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Commanders CB Marshon Lattimore faces weapons charge

Washington Commanders cornerback Marshon Lattimore is facing a weapons charge following a traffic stop near Cleveland. Lattimore, 29, was arrested on Wednesday night in Lakewood, Ohio.

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Commanders rumors: Why Washington is ‘logical’ Mike McDaniel landing spot

The Washington Commanders have had a bit of a turbulent offseason so far in 2026, recently firing both coordinators, including offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury.