"As it turned out, the coach wasn't out of work for long. The Washington Commanders' defense made no significant strides under Whitt's guidance. Quarterback Jayden Daniels' rookie surge papered over countless cracks during the 2024 campaign as Quinn's squad reached the NFC Championship game. When the signal-caller suffered injury problems that restricted him to just seven games this time around, the problems were magnified greatly."
"According to Tom Pelissero of the NFL Network, the Pittsburgh Steelers are hiring Whitt as assistant head coach/secondary coach. This is an emotional reunion with new head coach Mike McCarthy, and it's the second former member of Washington's staff to join the AFC North club. McCarthy and Whitt developed a strong working relationship during their time together on the Green Bay Packers."
Joe Whitt Jr. lost play-calling duties and was dismissed after the Washington Commanders' defense failed to improve meaningfully. Jayden Daniels' rookie surge concealed defensive deficiencies during the 2024 campaign, and Daniels' injuries limited him to seven games this season, exposing those weaknesses. Dan Quinn replaced Whitt with Daronte Jones following a search. Whitt accepted a role with the Pittsburgh Steelers as assistant head coach and secondary coach, reuniting with Mike McCarthy. Jason Simmons, another former Washington defensive backs coach, also joined the Steelers' staff.
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