Commanders promoting assistant quarterbacks coach David Blough to offensive coordinator

The Washington Commanders have promoted David Blough to offensive coordinator, as reported by NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport. Blough, previously an assistant quarterbacks coach with the team, replaces Kliff Kingsbury, who parted ways with the Commanders after a disappointing 2025 season. This marks Blough's first role as an offensive coordinator. At 30 years old, Blough brings experience from his playing days, having appeared in nine NFL games as a quarterback for the Lions and Cardinals. The Commanders' offense struggled in 2025, ranking 22nd in both points and yards, with injuries to key players like Jayden Daniels and Terry McLaurin contributing to the team's fall from a 12-5 record in 2024 to 5-12 in 2025. Blough's promotion aims to revitalize the offensive unit and maximize the potential of Daniels, the 2024 AP Offensive Rookie of the Year.