"Head coach Dan Quinn needs to make the right hire. He's leaving no stone unturned and may be waiting for someone else involved in the current head-coaching cycle to become available. If not, the Commanders want to have the correct contingencies in place so they are not caught short. Al Harris is going to speak with his close friend Quinn about potentially taking the job. That brings intrigue, despite his lack of play-calling experience. However, another possible option has just entered the mix."
"According to Nicki Jhabvala from The Athletic, the Commanders have also interviewed Teryl Austin for the job. He's currently the Pittsburgh Steelers' defensive coordinator, but his services may no longer be required after Mike Tomlin stunningly stepped away from the franchise after 19 years. Austin ticks the experience box for Washington. He's been a defensive coordinator with the Florida Gators, Detroit Lions, and Cincinnati Bengals before landing with the Steelers. He was a secondary coach on the Baltimore Ravens when they won a Super Bowl."
Washington Commanders continue expanding their list of defensive coordinator candidates after Brian Flores indicated he would return to the Minnesota Vikings if he does not secure a head-coaching job. Head coach Dan Quinn is exploring all options, keeping contingencies and possibly waiting for someone to become available through the head-coaching cycle. Al Harris plans to speak with Quinn about the role despite limited play-calling experience. The Commanders interviewed Teryl Austin, currently the Steelers' defensive coordinator, who has prior coordinator experience with Florida, Detroit and Cincinnati and was part of the Ravens' Super Bowl staff. Concerns exist after Pittsburgh's defense underperformed last season.
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