Report: Commanders QB coach David Blough a candidate for Lions offensive coordinator

Report: Commanders QB coach David Blough a candidate for Lions offensive coordinator

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Former Lions quarterback David Blough is being considered for the role of offensive coordinator for the Detroit Lions. Currently, Blough serves as the quarterbacks coach for the Washington Commanders. He took on the main coaching responsibilities following the departure of Tavita Pritchard, who became the head coach at Stanford. Blough's association with the Lions includes his time on the practice squad in 2023 and playing for the team from 2019 to 2021, where he made seven game appearances, including five starts in his rookie season. Additionally, Blough had two starts with the Arizona Cardinals in 2022. The timing of his interview with the Lions has not been disclosed.

Originally by https://www.nbcsports.com/author/josh-alperon January 7, 2026
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