"The Washington Commanders' decision to promote David Blough to replace Kliff Kingsbury as offensive coordinator is a gamble of epic proportions from head coach Dan Quinn. If it comes off, he'll look like a genius. If it blows up in his face, Quinn will be seeking alternative employment this time next year. There is no real middle ground. Pressure is building, and the margin for error is gone for Quinn."
"Mark Bullock, who now covers the team independently after previously working for The Athletic, didn't think assistant head coach and offensive pass game coordinator Brian Johnson would be too happy about being passed over for someone who was assistant quarterbacks coach only a few weeks ago. That led the analyst to wonder whether he could be around when preparations for the 2026 campaign gather pace."
""[David] Blough is the first domino to fall here. I fully expect there to be more changes to the coaching staff. I can't imagine Brian Johnson, for example, is pleased about being passed over for the job by the inexperienced assistant quarterbacks coach. He may look to leave and pursue other opportunities now." Mark Bullock"
Dan Quinn promoted David Blough from assistant quarterbacks coach to offensive coordinator following Kliff Kingsbury's abrupt departure. The promotion represents a high-risk, high-reward move with immediate job-security implications for Quinn. Blough is well-regarded internally and across the league, but lacks prior OC-level responsibilities, making the outcome uncertain. The decision could trigger additional staff turnover, notably assistant head coach/offensive pass game coordinator Brian Johnson, who has play-calling experience and worked closely with Jayden Daniels but was passed over despite interviewing. Johnson must choose to remain with the program despite being overlooked or to pursue opportunities elsewhere, altering the Commanders' offensive staff.
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