"The most surprising element is who Quinn chose to replace them. Instead of appointing people with whom he had a pre-existing relationship - those with experience and alignment - the Commanders hired two coordinators with no NFL play-calling experience. It's a massive gamble, but it at least shows he is willing to try new things to get back on track."
"David Blough and Daronte Jones come highly recommended in league circles. They are progressive thinkers with the innovative ideas needed to advance their respective units. It could go horribly wrong, but it would be a masterstroke of epic proportions if it comes off. This should also have everyone in the building on edge. Everyone has to buy in. Those who don't toe the line will be shown the door. The stakes have been raised, and the time for half-measures is over."
Washington finished 5-12, prompting Dan Quinn to dismiss both coordinators. Joe Whitt Jr.'s exit followed Quinn taking over play-calling during the season. Kliff Kingsbury was let go over philosophical differences about advancing the offense. Quinn hired David Blough and Daronte Jones, neither of whom has NFL play-calling experience, representing a massive gamble despite strong league recommendations. Both hires are described as progressive thinkers with innovative ideas to advance their units. The new regime raises expectations for full buy-in, threatens staff who resist, and immediately places several assistants, including defensive pass game coordinator Jason Simmons, on the hot seat.
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