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Commanders Split With OC Kliff Kingsbury, Fire DC Joe Whitt Jr. in Staff Overhaul

Philosophical rifts plus a defensive collapse prompted Dan Quinn to start a coordinator search.

Overview

  • Multiple outlets report a mutual parting with offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury and the firing of defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr. on Tuesday.
  • Washington finished 5-12 in 2025 with the offense ranking 22nd in points and yards as quarterback Jayden Daniels appeared in seven games due to injuries.
  • Dan Quinn assumed defensive play-calling after 10 games, and the unit still ended last in yards allowed and 27th in points before Whitt’s dismissal.
  • Reporters have detailed a disconnect between Kingsbury and general manager Adam Peters and noted differences with Quinn over run-pass balance and long-term direction.
  • Daniels publicly praised Kingsbury on Monday, and multiple reports say key offensive players were disappointed by the move as Kingsbury is expected to draw head-coach interview interest, including with the Giants and Titans.