Commanders add Steve Wilks to coaching staff, plans to coach Sunday
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 30, 2026, 7:00 AM
Last updated Oct 30, 2026
The Washington Commanders hired former NFL head coach Steve Wilks to their coaching staff last week. While initially expected to serve in an advisory capacity, reports indicate that Wilks will be coaching on-field this Sunday against the Philadelphia Eagles. Defensive coordinator Daronte Jones recognized Wilks’ experience as beneficial for the team's game planning. There are ongoing arrangements with Appalachian State to finalize Wilks’ availability for these additional duties.
- •Steve Wilks hired by Commanders as coaching staff addition.
- •Wilks expected to coach on-field this Sunday against Eagles.
- •Defensive coordinator Daronte Jones values Wilks’ experience.
- •Initial reports indicated Wilks would not be coaching on game days.
- •Ongoing details are being worked out with Appalachian State.
- 7:00 AMYahoo Sports — Commanders already making big change with latest addition
"In just over a week with the Commanders, Steve Wilks' role has apparently changed.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
NFL•Oct 30, 2026, 6:26 AMJerry Jones: Troy Aikman working for Cowboys in future is "very possible"
NFL•Oct 30, 2026, 5:42 AMDenver Broncos lb Alex Singleton Named AFC Defensive Player of the Week
NFL•Oct 30, 2026, 5:14 AMCommanders WR Treylon Burks downgraded on injury report before Eagles game
NFL•Oct 30, 2026, 4:25 AMPackers make NFL history in beating Panthers on 'TNF'
NFL•Oct 30, 2026, 4:20 AMIs Dak Prescott worried about Cardinals using same kryptonite plan as Buccaneers, Packers?
NFL•Oct 30, 2026, 12:22 AMJayden Daniels practices in full Thursday