Washington Huskies Hire Ryan Walters as Defensive Coordinator

The former Purdue head coach brings Big Ten experience and defensive expertise to Washington's football program.

Ryan Walters, recently fired as Purdue's head coach, has been appointed as the new defensive coordinator for the Washington Huskies.
Walters replaces Steve Belichick, who left Washington to join his father Bill Belichick's coaching staff at North Carolina.
Known for his defensive acumen, Walters previously led Illinois to a No. 1 national ranking in scoring defense during the 2022 season.
Washington head coach Jedd Fisch highlighted Walters' Big Ten experience and Seattle family ties as key factors in the hire.
Purdue still owes Walters a $9.5 million buyout for the remaining three years of his contract, as it does not offset his new salary at Washington.