The Washington Commanders bided their time before hiring a new defensive coordinator. Head coach Dan Quinn was reportedly waiting for someone with some play-calling experience. But once again, he blindsided the common consensus by going against the grain.
In a stunning move, ESPN's Adam Schefter revealed that the Commanders are hiring Daronte Jones to replace Joe Whitt Jr. This came completely out of the blue, but the Minnesota Vikings' defensive backs coach/pass game coordinator was a coveted candidate during this hiring cycle, with no fewer than five interview requests coming his way.