The Washington Commanders have a new offensive coordinator. On Sunday, they hired former Arizona Cardinals head coach Kliff Kingsbury.
Kingsbury, 44, is a former college head coach and NFL head coach and had a three-year NFL playing career. He’s coached quarterbacks such as Patrick Mahomes, Baker Mayfield, Kyler Murry and Caleb Williams over the years.
With Washington holding to the No. 2 overall pick, Kingsbury’s appointment quickly led to speculation about the Commanders moving up to No. 1.
While Kingsbury’s head coaching record is below .500, the hope is he can be successful at the NFL level, focusing solely on the offense.
What did Washington fans think of the hire? Much like the Dan Quinn hire, feelings were mixed. We look at how media, fans and others reacted to Kingsbury’s hiring, beginning with Washington superfan Kevin Durant.
Welcome Kliff. Who’s next????? #HTTC
— Kevin Durant (@KDTrey5) February 5, 2024
I love it. Kingsbury may have warts in game, but if he's surrounded with a strong staff, the team should be okay. https://t.co/TUMd4dT78I
— George Carmi (@Gcarmi21) February 5, 2024
If it gets them Caleb, it’s worth it
— Mark Bullock (@MarkBullockNFL) February 5, 2024
Commanders fans,
Meet your new offensive coordinator.
Kliff Kingsbury has verbally agreed to the job in Washington, per source.
GIDDIEUP.
How they get Caleb Williams to D.C. now…I have no clue.
Kingsbury worked with Caleb at USC. pic.twitter.com/4NYLPBwKlJ
— Scott Abraham (@Scott7news) February 5, 2024
Coming soon to the Commanders? 👀#HTTC pic.twitter.com/sIwuF2yAGH
— The Draft Network (@TheDraftNetwork) February 5, 2024
Dan Quinn + Kliff Kingsbury for the #Commanders is intriguing. Especially after Kingsbury worked with Caleb Williams at #USC as an offensive analyst in 2023 and Washington holding the No. 2 pick. Always thought if the #Bears decide to trade out of 1, they likely won't go far. 🧐
— Charles Robinson (@CharlesRobinson) February 5, 2024
OC’s under HC Dan Quinn: Kyle Shanahan, Steve Sarkisian, and now Kliff Kingsbury.
Common thread is that he’s never worked directly with any of them.
Shows that Quinn has not been afraid to step out of his comfort zone #HTTC
— T M (@reshmanuel) February 5, 2024
Kliff Kingsbury definitely means no Drake Maye 2 DC
It’s either Caleb or Daniels
And now I’m torn
Real time emotions ppl
How much better do you think Caleb is compared to Daniels?
Daniels fits like a glove
— Lynnell Willingham (@Nell_BTP) February 5, 2024
I like the Kingsbury move. Young guy that will devote the time to young QB. Jayden or Caleb or whoever. And for those worried about losing OC, Kliff prob needs to prove it for a few seasons before he gets another HC job.
— JP Finlay (@JPFinlayNBCS) February 5, 2024
• Ownership of Josh Harris/Magic Johnson
• GM Adam Peters
• HC Dan Quinn
• OC Kliff Kingsbury
• No. 2 overall pick & six selections inside top 105
• Projected $80M+ in cap roomWashington has a nice foundation for a product that, should, quickly improve.
— Ryan Fowler (@_RyanFowler_) February 5, 2024
I’m so torn on this hire. A lot of people really like Kliff. They respect his offense. They think he’s really smart.
The results are meh. The late season stuff is very bad. Lots of questions for DQ tomorrow at 2:30. https://t.co/JsoUTKcKHW
— Craig Hoffman (@CraigHoffman) February 5, 2024
Dan Quinn showing Kliff Kingsbury around the facilities pic.twitter.com/0tRzQDc8eW
— Not Robert Griffin (@Pseudo_RGIII) February 5, 2024
I'm not saying Kingsbury won't work in Washington but they better get him a better Oline asap
— Josh Harris Season aka HOG (@shawnn75) February 5, 2024
Boom. I like it! https://t.co/LmHFSglHMF
— Bobby Gould (@Smith4Gm) February 5, 2024
How quick @Commanders fans vibe changes in a matter of a few days lol. Wasn’t happy with Quinn and now look.
— Ashford Squirrel (@XavierKaylianna) February 5, 2024
I think Quinn’s defense, with Kingsbury’s offense, and the whole thing with Quinn’s personality… is far from a slam dunk. But definitely not a waste of time.
— Burgundy Blog (@BurgundyBlog) February 5, 2024
Kliff Kingsbury is a modern offensive mind who knows about developing young QBs. Was Johnny Manziel's OC & QBs coach for his 2012 Heisman season. Was Patrick Mahomes' college head coach. Did some good things w/ Kyler Murray. Worked w/ Caleb Williams. I like the hire. #Commanders
— Al Galdi (@AlGaldi) February 5, 2024
I'm not moving up 1 spot to lose draft picks when this team need atleast 20 new players this year. Don't take the bait! You can still get a franchise QB in Daniels if Caleb goes No.1
— Josh Harris Season aka HOG (@shawnn75) February 5, 2024
Kingsbury is a great hire.
— Rick Snider's Washington (@Snide_Remarks) February 5, 2024
OL coach is a key hire on every staff, but nailing that hire could really help Kingsbury. Someone to help him marry up the run/pass would go a long way https://t.co/lmNzUdwzKH
— Mark Bullock (@MarkBullockNFL) February 5, 2024
Commanders fans got to see Kliff's offense running just about at its best in 2020 week 2 when Kyler threw for almost 300 yards and ran for two td's against a defense that ended the season top 10 https://t.co/MOzMauwQQA
— Mitchell Tischler (@Mitch_Tischler) February 5, 2024
Washington was hoping to announce their new offensive coordinator tomorrow during the press conference, when introducing Dan Quinn as the head coach.
It got out and based on the reaction, fans are thrilled.Another big win for the Commanders.
— Dianna Russini (@DMRussini) February 5, 2024
The Eric Bienemy story is a sad one. I wanted to believe in him but he just wasn't the guy. And it's pretty telling how the players were pretty outspoken against him. Wouldn't shock me if he's back on the Chiefs sideline next weekend lol
— Eric Nathan (@BarstoolNate) February 5, 2024
Live feed of 𝐄𝐫𝐢𝐜 𝐁𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐞𝐦𝐲 being escorted off the premises #HTTC pic.twitter.com/Q9fmLYUsAn
— The Real Telly (@DCdude202) February 5, 2024
Washington better fix that defense because they're going to be on the field a lot
— Josh Harris Season aka HOG (@shawnn75) February 5, 2024
Come on home Caleb Williams #HTTC https://t.co/g6uK3e56up pic.twitter.com/8NyFCsCnRz
— Commanders Squad CLT (@CommandersCLT) February 5, 2024
These commanders fans act like Eric Bienemy was Joe Gibbs he was a major disappointment ready to move on to Kliff Kingsbury
— Brendan Severo (@MWCBear) February 5, 2024
Now all Washington need is better players to fit the schemes of these new coordinators
— Josh Harris Season aka HOG (@shawnn75) February 5, 2024
Peters & Kingsbury…sounds like a law firm.
Hear that sound…💵💵💵
That’s women all across the DMV buying season tickets for the Washington Commanders. pic.twitter.com/ZRczvkvRtP
— Scott Abraham (@Scott7news) February 5, 2024
