Commanders to Interview Super Bowl Winner to Replace Ron Rivera
The Washington Commanders still don’t have a replacement for Ron Rivera, but that could change after an interview with Los Angeles Rams’ defensive coordinator Raheem Morris.
Both sides will discuss the possibility after Morris first interviews with the Carolina Panthers, per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport
Morris is a strong candidate based on helping the Rams win a Super Bowl in 2021. He also has experience as a head coach from his time with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Atlanta Falcons
Raheem Morris Has Endorsements from Former Rams
There’s no shortage of endorsements for Morris. Particularly among those who worked alongside him for the Rams.
The franchise’s CEO Kevin Demoff told Good Morning Football’s Peter Schrager Morris is “one of the best leaders and culture builders I’ve ever been around
Demoff also posted a list of prominent head coaches who believe in Morris’ credentials. Those coaches include Rams’ boss Sean McVay and Pittsburgh Steelers’ HC Mike Tomlin.
The post prompted praise from Miami Dolphins’ All-Pro cornerback Jalen Ramsey. He played for Morris when the Rams won a Super Bowl two seasons ago, and Ramsey called Morris “the best I’ve ever been around & should already be a HC tbh.”
Another member of that Rams Super Bowl team, left tackle Andrew Whitworth, wanted to be added to the list of people touting Morris for a promotion
Morris has the backing of some big names, but does his track record merit the praise? He went 17-31 during three seasons in charge of the Bucs, before posting a 4-7 record as an interim HC for the Falcons, per Pro Football Reference.
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Raheem Morris Could Develop Commanders Defense
The rankings for the Rams’ defense are hardly awe-inspiring. Morris’ unit finished 19th in points allowed and 20th in yards given up this season