Washington Commanders hire D.J. Williams as new QB coach
Hogs Haven • • sports
Key Points:
- The Commanders have hired D.J. Williams as their new quarterbacks coach, following the promotion of David Blough last week.
- Williams has NFL coaching experience since 2017, including roles with the Saints and Falcons, where he was promoted to quarterbacks coach in 2025.
- The hiring marks the first addition to David Blough’s coaching staff, with Mike Bercovici also having been interviewed for the position.
- D.J. Williams is the son of Washington legend Doug Williams, who remains a long-time executive in the Commanders’ front office, adding a unique family dynamic.
- Like his father, D.J. Williams played quarterback at Grambling State and led the team to a SWAC Football Championship victory
