Washington Commanders overhaul offense and chase veteran receiver ahead of 2026 NFL season

The Washington Commanders are entering the 2026 NFL season after a 5‑12 record in 2025 that led to the departure of head coach Kliff Kingsbury and offensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr. New defensive coordinator Daronte Jones and first‑time offensive coordinator David Blough, who previously served as the team’s assistant quarterbacks coach, will guide the squad.

Quarterback Jayden Daniels, the 2024 AP Offensive Rookie of the Year, is expected to rebound with the new coaching staff. Analysts have urged Washington to add a proven veteran wide receiver, specifically Tyreek Hill, to give Daniels a reliable target. Hill, who is recovering from a knee injury sustained in Week 4 of the 2024 season, remains unsigned but could fit the Commanders’ salary‑cap flexibility.

The team hopes the coaching changes and potential acquisition will revive its offense and improve its standing in the league.