All articles tagged with #run game coordinator
The Las Vegas Raiders named Rick Dennison as offensive line coach, tapping a 30-year NFL coaching veteran whose résumé includes offensive coordinator roles with the Bills, Broncos and Texans, multiple Super Bowl titles with Denver, and recent run-game success with Seattle that boosted its rushing output.
The Las Vegas Raiders have hired Rob Leonard as their new defensive coordinator, promoting him from his previous role as defensive line coach and run game coordinator. Leonard brings a varied NFL coaching résumé (Giants, Dolphins, Ravens, Raiders) and a philosophy of aggression, downhill attack, and versatility. His units have shown solid pass rush and run-stopping metrics, with Maxx Crosby continuing as a standout edge rusher, and the team aims to maintain improved defensive pressure under his leadership.
After 13 seasons with the Eagles, offensive line coach Jeff Stoutland relinquished his run game coordinator title and is leaving the team. He says he’s not retiring from coaching and will pursue opportunities with another club as Philadelphia shifts to new run designs under incoming OC Sean Mannion, potentially adopting McVay/Shanahan-inspired schemes.
Jeff Stoutland, the Eagles' longtime offensive line coach and former run-game coordinator, resigned after a season-ending rift with head coach Nick Sirianni, with staff shakeups including the firing of Kevin Patullo; Philadelphia searches for a replacement after a disappointing 2025 campaign.
The Washington Commanders are adding Anthony Lynn as their run game coordinator, with Tom Donatell also joining as the defensive backs coach. Lynn, who previously served as the San Francisco 49ers' assistant head coach/running backs, has a strong relationship with the Commanders' new general manager and head coach. The move comes as Washington aims to improve its rushing game, which has struggled in recent years.
Anthony Lynn is set to join the Washington Commanders as the team's run game coordinator, bringing his experience as a former head coach and offensive assistant. His close ties with the Commanders' new general manager and head coach played a role in his hiring, and he will work alongside Kliff Kingsbury, who was previously announced as the team's offensive coordinator.
The Miami Dolphins are set to hire former Packers defensive coordinator Joe Barry as their linebackers coach and run game coordinator under head coach Mike McDaniel. Barry was let go by the Packers last month after three years with the team. The Dolphins also named Anthony Weaver as their new defensive coordinator, while the future role of former linebackers coach Anthony Campanile remains uncertain.
The Detroit Lions are reportedly hiring Terrell Williams as their new run game coordinator and defensive line coach. Williams has an extensive coaching background and has worked with high-level players, including Pro Bowlers. While the Lions already have a defensive line coach on staff, it's unclear if there will be any changes to his status. Williams' experience and success with developing players make him a valuable addition to the team's coaching staff.