"The Washington Commanders are still searching for their next defensive coordinator. Dan Quinn has been meticulous, waiting for the right candidate rather than promoting in-house. He also reportedly wants someone with proven experience as a play-caller. There are several candidates who've been interviewed or are rumored to be in contention for the job. But the Commanders' path to one highly touted option just got a lot more difficult."
"It didn't take long for speculation to rise about Raheem Morris as a strong defensive coordinator possibility for the Commanders after he was fired as the Atlanta Falcons head coach. Many were surprised when he was let go after the NFC South club's strong finish to the campaign, but their decision to hire Kevin Stefanski makes it clear they wanted an offensive-minded coach with a run-first philosophy."
"The San Francisco 49ers and Green Bay Packers are both looking for new defensive coordinators. Robert Saleh has agreed to take charge of the Tennessee Titans, while Jeff Hafley is getting the Miami Dolphins' head-coaching gig. The NFC powerhouses will likely want a swift hire, and Morris will probably be high on their respective shortlists. Morris worked with Kyle Shanahan and Mike LaFleur during their time in Washington as part of Mike Shanahan's staff, which produced several outstanding head coaches around the NFL."
Dan Quinn is conducting an external search for a defensive coordinator and prefers a candidate with proven play-calling experience rather than promoting internally. Raheem Morris surfaced as a candidate after his firing as Atlanta Falcons head coach and is being allowed to pursue head-coaching interviews, including with the Arizona Cardinals. The San Francisco 49ers and Green Bay Packers are both seeking defensive coordinators and could move quickly, creating competing opportunities for Morris. Morris previously worked with Kyle Shanahan and Mike LaFleur in Washington, and those teams' stronger defensive personnel may make them more enticing landing spots.
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