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Commanders Bet on a Flexible, Pressure-Heavy Defense Under Daronte Jones

Washington named Daronte Jones as its new defensive coordinator to overhaul a leaky unit after a 5–12 season. Jones brings an aggressive, pressure-oriented approach—rooted in Brian Flores’ system and the Vance Joseph coaching tree—that emphasizes multi-role defenders, flexible alignments, and tempo-based chaos. The plan is to draft and sign versatile players who can play multiple roles, moving away from rigid positional labels. While the strategy signals a clear identity shift, it also carries risk given an inexperienced offensive coordinator and a broader rebuild.

via Hogs Haven|

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sports1 month ago•2 min saved

Commanders bank on Daronte Jones to energize a stagnant defense

The Washington Commanders tapped Daronte Jones as their new defensive coordinator after failing to lure Brian Flores, a choice Vikings writer Luke Norris says leverages Jones’s track record with Minnesota’s secondary and Flores’s trust in him. It’s a high‑risk, high‑reward move for a defense in need of a full revamp, with success hinging on personnel decisions and GM input. Jones’s background alongside Flores, Zimmer, and others could bring more aggression, pressure, and takeaways, but the job also signals potential further changes in 2027 if the plan falters.

via Riggo's Rag|

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sports1 month ago•9 min saved

Reaction Looms as Commanders Tap Daronte Jones to Lead Defense

SB Nation Reacts runs a fan poll on the Washington Commanders’ hiring of Daronte Jones as defensive coordinator, offering background on his Vikings-style schemes (including a potential shift to a 3-4 base, a three-safety nickel, and zone/match coverages) and linking readers to deep-dive sources from Mark Bullock and Ali Meirov to inform opinions.

via Hogs Haven|

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sports1 month ago•2 min saved

Commanders pivot to unproven play-caller: Daronte Jones named new DC

The Washington Commanders stunned expectations by hiring Daronte Jones as defensive coordinator, replacing Joe Whitt Jr. Jones, formerly Minnesota Vikings defensive backs coach, has limited NFL play-calling experience, and comes from a background tied to Brian Flores, Mike Zimmer, and Vance Joseph. Head coach Dan Quinn aims to inject new ideas on a defense that had grown stale, and the hire shifts responsibility to GM Adam Peters to assemble the right personnel as Washington embarks on a bold, potentially make-or-break season.

via Riggo's Rag|

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sports1 month ago•2 min saved

Jones-Driven Defensive Overhaul Eyes Washington Commanders

Daronte Jones was hired as the Washington Commanders’ defensive coordinator, signaling a significant shift from the prior regime. With experience from the Vikings, Brian Flores, and LSU, Jones is expected to implement a faster, more exotic blitz-heavy scheme that requires dynamic edge rushers. The front office under GM Adam Peters plans a personnel overhaul to fit the new scheme, with Dorance Armstrong Jr. likely back but Preston Smith probably gone as Washington rebuilds its pass rush. Leadership’s faith in Jones hinges on successfully aligning players and scheme to improve the defense.

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sports1 month ago•1 min saved

Commanders appoint Daronte Jones to lead defense, signaling a 2026 overhaul

The Washington Commanders named Daronte Jones as their new defensive coordinator to replace Joe Whitt, who was relieved of play-calling duties and fired after the 2025 season. Jones, previously the Vikings' defensive backs coach and passing game coordinator, has limited play-calling experience (LSU in 2021). It remains unclear whether he or head coach Dan Quinn will handle play-calling. The defense ranked last in yards allowed and 27th in points allowed in 2025, and Washington is expected to overhaul personnel and schemes ahead of the 2026 season.

via Hogs Haven|

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sports1 month ago•26 min saved

Commanders pick Daronte Jones to helm defense

The Washington Commanders are finalizing a deal to hire Daronte Jones, the Minnesota Vikings' defensive passing game coordinator under Brian Flores, as their new defensive coordinator to replace Joe Whitt Jr.

via The Washington Post|

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sports1 month ago•6 min saved

Commanders hire Daronte Jones to run defense as first-time play-caller

Washington is finalizing a deal to hire Daronte Jones, the Vikings’ defensive backs coach and pass game coordinator, as its new defensive coordinator, replacing Joe Whitt Jr. Jones, a Maryland native and longtime defensive backs coach, will be Washington’s first-time play caller. He helped the Vikings’ defense rank highly in yards, points allowed and takeaways last season, and his arrival signals an aggressive bid to overhaul a defense that has struggled amid a roster overhaul.

via The New York Times|

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Commanders tap Vikings assistant Daronte Jones to lead their defense

The Washington Commanders plan to hire Vikings defensive passing game coordinator and DB coach Daronte Jones as their new defensive coordinator, a move reported after Vikings DC Brian Flores interviewed for the job; Jones has previous NFL stops with the Dolphins and Bengals and was LSU’s defensive coordinator in 2021, taking over a unit that finished near the bottom in yards and points allowed last season.

via NBC Sports|

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sports2 years ago•2 min saved

"Giants Consider Vikings Assistant Daronte Jones for Defensive Coordinator Role"

The New York Giants continue their search for a new defensive coordinator, with head coach Brian Daboll interviewing Daronte Jones, the Vikings’ defensive backs coach and passing game coordinator. This marks the eighth known candidate for the position, with Giants general manager Joe Schoen also meeting with Jones at the Senior Bowl. Despite the ongoing search, Daboll has yet to fill the key position on his staff, with other candidates including former NFL defensive coordinators and current assistant coaches from various teams.

via New York Post |

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sports2 years ago•1 min saved

"Giants Consider Vikings' Daronte Jones for Defensive Coordinator Role"

The New York Giants are considering Daronte Jones, the Minnesota Vikings’ defensive backs coach, as a candidate for their defensive coordinator position, having interviewed him during the Senior Bowl. Jones has an extensive coaching background, including stints at LSU and various NFL teams. The Giants are seeking a replacement for Wink Martindale and have recently missed out on other potential candidates.

via Big Blue View|

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"Giants Consider Vikings Assistant Daronte Jones for Defensive Coordinator Role"

The New York Giants interviewed Minnesota Vikings defensive backs coach Daronte Jones for their defensive coordinator position, with the interview taking place at the Senior Bowl where Jones served as the National team’s defensive coordinator. Jones has three seasons with the Vikings and seven overall in the NFL, with previous coaching stints at LSU, the Bengals, and the Dolphins.

via NBC Sports|

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sports2 years ago•3 min saved

Assessing the Vikings' Draft and Undrafted Signings.

The Minnesota Vikings' decision to trade up for defensive tackle Jaquelin Roy in the NFL Draft was likely influenced by former LSU Tigers defensive coordinator Daronte Jones, who coached Roy during his time at LSU. Jones saw the potential in Roy and pushed him hard in practice, leading to his best collegiate season. The Vikings coaching staff must believe in Roy's upside, as they traded up for him despite the lack of urgency to do so.

via Daily Norseman|

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