Commanders Appoint Daronte Jones as New Defensive Coordinator

The Washington Commanders have officially appointed Daronte Jones as their new defensive coordinator following a highly unsuccessful 2025 season. This hiring comes as part of a larger coaching overhaul by Dan Quinn, who also recently named David Blough as the team's offensive lead. Jones joins the organization after serving as a secondary coach for the Minnesota Vikings and previously leading the defense at LSU. He is tasked with reviving a unit that plummeted to the bottom of the league rankings after a promising run in 2024. This transition marks a significant shift for the franchise, as both newly hired coordinators will be serving in these high-level NFL roles for the first time. The move highlights Washington's urgent need to stabilize its roster and coaching staff after a year defined by defensive struggles and administrative changes.