URGENCY: Washington Commanders PURSUE Brian Flores & Jonathan Gannon—Will This FIX Their Defense? episode artwork

EPISODE · Jan 15, 2026 · 26 MIN

URGENCY: Washington Commanders PURSUE Brian Flores & Jonathan Gannon—Will This FIX Their Defense?

from Locked On Commanders - Daily Podcast On The Washington Commanders · host Locked On Podcast Network, David Harrison, Locked On Sports

Are the Washington Commanders on the verge of naming their next defensive coordinator? With high-profile interviews happening back-to-back—Brian Flores and Jonathan Gannon both in Ashburn within 48 hours—the pressure mounts to find the right leader for one of the NFL’s most underperforming defenses. How do Flores’ aggressive, chaos-creating schemes stack up against Gannon’s methodical, Vic Fangio-inspired approach, and what does it mean for an edge-needy Washington roster?The discussion ranks the top coordinator candidates, examining why Flores and Patrick Graham are preferred over Gannon, despite his 70-sack season with the Philadelphia Eagles. Hear the critical analysis of whether the Commanders have the talent for Gannon’s system, what Adam Peters must fix this offseason, and which coaching style gives Washington the best shot at a defensive turnaround. Curious if star players like Daron Payne and Johnny Newton can become elite difference-makers? This episode breaks it all down.Join the Everydayer Club today and get Locked On Commanders with no interruptions, members-only Discord access, and more — all for just $5 a month or $50 a year. Go to lockedoncommanders.supercast.com or check the link in the show notes to learn more.If you’re a true diehard Washington Commanders fan… the Everydayer All-Access tier is built for you.You’ll get one-on-one text access with me, All-Access episodes, an exclusive newsletter, and a 15% discount to the Locked On merch store.Head to lockedoncommanders.supercast.com to join the Everydayer program and unlock All-Access. Host David Harrison covers the Washington Commanders for WUSA9 and Sports Illustrated.Follow David on X: https://twitter.com/DHarrison82📌 Locked On Commanders is your daily podcast for all things Washington Commanders—free and available on all platforms.🎧 Subscribe + hit the bell for daily updates💬 Drop your questions and reactions in the comments!📸 Photo CreditsImages courtesy of USA Today, Bowie TV (YouTube.com/@Bowie_TV), and Abdullah Konte of the Washington Informer (Instagram: @dullahvision)🔗 Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platformshttps://link.chtbl.com/LOCommanders🧠 More NFL content from Locked Onhttps://linktr.ee/LockedOnNFLSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Ultimate QBUltimate QB is totally free to play, has no ads, and works 100% offline — perfect for when you want to sneak in a quick game or two on the go. Just head over to http://ULTIMATE-QB.COM.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. FanDuel is officially in Playoff Mode. Every game day during the NFL playoffs, FanDuel is giving customers even more ways to get in on the action. Visit Fanduel.com to get started.PrizePicksDownload the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONNFL to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup.Click Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNFLGametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNFL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.RobinhoodTrade Every Play with Robinhood. Now available across the U.S. Download the Robinhood app now to begin.Futures and cleared swaps trading involves significant risk and is not appropriate for everyone. Event contracts are offered by Robinhood Derivatives, LLC., a registered futures commission merchant and swap firmQuoMake this the year where no opportunity — and no customer — slips away.Try Quo for free plus get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to http://Quo.com/lockedonnfl.GustoTry Gusto today at http://gusto.com/lockedonNFL and get three months free when you run your first payroll.Home ChefFor a limited time, Home Chef is offering my listeners 50% off your first box, free shipping, and free dessert for life. Just go to http://HomeChef.com/LOCKEDON.IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/lockedonnfl.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Are the Washington Commanders on the verge of naming their next defensive coordinator? With high-profile interviews happening back-to-back—Brian Flores and Jonathan Gannon both in Ashburn within 48 hours—the pressure mounts to find the right leader for one of the NFL’s most underperforming defenses. How do Flores’ aggressive, chaos-creating schemes stack up against Gannon’s methodical, Vic Fangio-inspired approach, and what does it mean for an edge-needy Washington roster?

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