Dan Quinn may face pressure as Commanders consider McDermott
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 8:57 AM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn enters the 2026 season following a disappointing 2025 campaign, where the team went 5-12. After replacing both offensive and defensive coordinators, Quinn's job security has come into question. NFL insider Jason La Canfora reports former Bills head coach Sean McDermott may be considered a potential replacement if the team's performance does not improve early in the season. The Commanders recently completed minicamp with an optimistic outlook, particularly concerning quarterback Jayden Daniels and key offensive players.
- •Quinn's Commanders had a 12-5 record in 2024 but fell to 5-12 in 2025.
- •Washington fired both coordinators after a disappointing season.
- •David Blough has been promoted to offensive coordinator, while Daronte Jones replaces Joe Whitt Jr.
- •Sean McDermott is named as a potential replacement for Quinn by an NFL insider.
- •The Commanders are optimistic heading into training camp after completing minicamp.
- 8:57 AMYahoo Sports — NFL insider reveals interesting potential Dan Quinn replacement
"If Dan Quinn and the Commanders struggle next season, one NFL insider reveals an interesting potential replacement to watch.
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