In major shakeup, Commanders part ways with OC Kliff Kingsbury, DC Joe Whitt Jr.: Sources
The New York Times••general
Key Points:
- The Washington Commanders are parting ways with offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury and defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr. after a disappointing 5-12 season, seeking significant changes to improve results.
- Kingsbury, who helped develop rookie QB Jayden Daniels into an Offensive Rookie of the Year, mutually agreed to leave following philosophical differences with GM Adam Peters and a season marred by injuries.
- The Commanders' offense fell from top rankings in 2024 to the bottom third in scoring and yardage in 2025, largely due to injuries to key players including Daniels, who played only four full games.
- Defensive struggles under Whitt led to him being stripped of play-calling duties midseason, with head coach Dan
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