Washington Football: A retrospective in mediocrity and Blueprint for the future: Part 3 (Whew!)

[Stymietee]

... And now the fix:

Washington should build to Jayden Daniels by doing what they’ve never done for a franchise quarterback — commit to a multi‑year, disciplined roster‑building plan that maximizes his strengths, protects his body, and surrounds him with top‑tier talent at the positions that matter most. Daniels is a force multiplier; the team must now build a roster worthy of being multiplied.

The Core Philosophy: Build to Daniels, Not Around Him

Washington’s historical mistake has been building around average quarterbacks — which leads to average rosters. Daniels changes the math. The team must build to his strengths:

Explosive mobility
High‑end accuracy
Quick processing
Calm pocket temperament

This requires a roster that enhances these traits instead of forcing him to compensate for weaknesses.

1. Build an Offensive Line That Protects His Longevity

Daniels’ legs are a weapon — but only if he stays healthy. Washington must avoid repeating the RG3 mistake.

What Washington must do:

Anchor the edges with long‑term tackles (Tunsil + Conerly is a strong start).
Invest in interior pass protection, not just run blocking.
Prioritize continuity — OL turnover kills QB development.
Draft OL early and often, especially in Rounds 1–2, where Washington historically struggles.

Why it matters: Daniels is elite at:

Escaping pressure
Manipulating defenders
Extending plays
But he should not live in chaos. A stable OL unlocks his full passing ceiling.

2. Surround Him with Separation and YAC Monsters

Daniels is deadly when throwing in rhythm. Washington must give him receivers who win early and create easy windows.
Ideal WR profile:
Route separators
Slot technicians
Vertical burners
YAC creators

Washington’s current room is solid, but the long‑term plan must include:

A true WR1 successor to McLaurin
A dynamic slot weapon
A vertical WR who forces safeties to back off
Elite QBs need elite weapons — not just “good enough” ones.

3. Build a Tight End Room That Expands the Playbook

Daniels thrives with:

Play‑action
Bootlegs
RPOs
Middle‑of‑field throws

This requires tight ends who can:

Block
Separate
Threaten seams
Create mismatches

Washington’s TE room is improving, but they need a top‑10 TE to fully unlock Daniels’ efficiency game.

4. Maintain a Multi‑Back Committee

Daniels’ rushing threat makes every RB better. Washington should avoid relying on a single bell cow.

Here’s what the Ideal RB room looks like:

A zone runner
A power back
A receiving back
A change‑of‑pace speed back

This keeps defenses guessing and reduces Daniels’ exposure to hits.

5. Keep Offensive Continuity — No More Annual Scheme Changes

Washington’s biggest historical QB killer has been instability. Daniels needs:

The same OC for 3–5 years
The same terminology
The same core concepts
Incremental evolution, not yearly reinvention
Continuity is how elite QBs become elite.

6. Build a Defense That Supports a Franchise QB

Elite QBs don’t need elite defenses — they need situational defenses.

Washington must prioritize:

Pass rush depth
Coverage versatility
Turnover creation
Red‑zone defense

This keeps Daniels in favorable game scripts and prevents shootouts.

7. Draft Like a Team with a Franchise QB

Washington’s drafting must change immediately.

From Old Washington Drafting:

Reach for traits
Miss in Round 2
Draft role players
Avoid premium positions

To the New Washington Drafting:

Draft WR, CB, OT, EDGE early
Draft for value, not need
Draft players who elevate Daniels
Draft players who create explosive plays

Daniels gives Washington the freedom to draft aggressively.

The Bottom Line

Jayden Daniels is the first quarterback in decades who can elevate Washington from a middle‑class franchise to a contender. But that only happens if the team commits to a disciplined, multi‑year roster‑building plan that:

Protects him
Surrounds him with separators
Maintains continuity
Builds a modern offense
Drafts premium positions
Supports him with a situational defense

Daniels is the catalyst. Washington must now build the engine.

 

[gkekoa]

So trade up and get Jeremiah Smith?

 

[kbso83432]

... And now the fix:

Washington should build to Jayden Daniels by doing what they’ve never done for a franchise quarterback — commit to a multi‑year, disciplined roster‑building plan that maximizes his strengths, protects his body, and surrounds him with top‑tier talent at the positions that matter most. Daniels is a force multiplier; the team must now build a roster worthy of being multiplied.

The Core Philosophy: Build to Daniels, Not Around Him

Washington’s historical mistake has been building around average quarterbacks — which leads to average rosters. Daniels changes the math. The team must build to his strengths:

Explosive mobility
High‑end accuracy
Quick processing
Calm pocket temperament

This requires a roster that enhances these traits instead of forcing him to compensate for weaknesses.

1. Build an Offensive Line That Protects His Longevity

Daniels’ legs are a weapon — but only if he stays healthy. Washington must avoid repeating the RG3 mistake.

What Washington must do:

Anchor the edges with long‑term tackles (Tunsil + Conerly is a strong start).
Invest in interior pass protection, not just run blocking.
Prioritize continuity — OL turnover kills QB development.
Draft OL early and often, especially in Rounds 1–2, where Washington historically struggles.

Why it matters: Daniels is elite at:

Escaping pressure
Manipulating defenders
Extending plays
But he should not live in chaos. A stable OL unlocks his full passing ceiling.

2. Surround Him with Separation and YAC Monsters

Daniels is deadly when throwing in rhythm. Washington must give him receivers who win early and create easy windows.
Ideal WR profile:
Route separators
Slot technicians
Vertical burners
YAC creators

Washington’s current room is solid, but the long‑term plan must include:

A true WR1 successor to McLaurin
A dynamic slot weapon
A vertical WR who forces safeties to back off
Elite QBs need elite weapons — not just “good enough” ones.

3. Build a Tight End Room That Expands the Playbook

Daniels thrives with:

Play‑action
Bootlegs
RPOs
Middle‑of‑field throws

This requires tight ends who can:

Block
Separate
Threaten seams
Create mismatches

Washington’s TE room is improving, but they need a top‑10 TE to fully unlock Daniels’ efficiency game.

4. Maintain a Multi‑Back Committee

Daniels’ rushing threat makes every RB better. Washington should avoid relying on a single bell cow.

Here’s what the Ideal RB room looks like:

A zone runner
A power back
A receiving back
A change‑of‑pace speed back

This keeps defenses guessing and reduces Daniels’ exposure to hits.

5. Keep Offensive Continuity — No More Annual Scheme Changes

Washington’s biggest historical QB killer has been instability. Daniels needs:

The same OC for 3–5 years
The same terminology
The same core concepts
Incremental evolution, not yearly reinvention
Continuity is how elite QBs become elite.

6. Build a Defense That Supports a Franchise QB

Elite QBs don’t need elite defenses — they need situational defenses.

Washington must prioritize:

Pass rush depth
Coverage versatility
Turnover creation
Red‑zone defense

This keeps Daniels in favorable game scripts and prevents shootouts.

7. Draft Like a Team with a Franchise QB

Washington’s drafting must change immediately.

From Old Washington Drafting:

Reach for traits
Miss in Round 2
Draft role players
Avoid premium positions

To the New Washington Drafting:

Draft WR, CB, OT, EDGE early
Draft for value, not need
Draft players who elevate Daniels
Draft players who create explosive plays

Daniels gives Washington the freedom to draft aggressively.

The Bottom Line

Jayden Daniels is the first quarterback in decades who can elevate Washington from a middle‑class franchise to a contender. But that only happens if the team commits to a disciplined, multi‑year roster‑building plan that:

Protects him
Surrounds him with separators
Maintains continuity
Builds a modern offense
Drafts premium positions
Supports him with a situational defense

Daniels is the catalyst. Washington must now build the engine.

Building the offensive line and being in the same scheme were the two that really stood out to me. Great read as always Sty.

I was the first on this board to lay out AP's track record and give him grades. It starts with him. I'll say it again, he has to be better moving forward. There is no way around it.

Everything to this point is on AP. Hiring AP was on Harris. I'm not sure Harris is ready to pull that plug. He's focused on so many other things right now, like dragging this franchise into the 21st century after years of neglect by Dan. I think he trusts AP as well.

AP hasn't been all bad, his plan for the offensive line was Tunsil, Coleman, Linderbaum, Cosmi, and Connerly Jr. Not bad.

I'm not down on Connerly, but I'm not super high on him either. It appears on the surface that he allowed KK to influence a first round pick and a year later he's not even here, which brings me to scheme.

Why did we draft a franchise QB and hire a defensive HC? Was there no one on the other side of the ball to pair with Jayden after Ben turned us down? With Quinn here we will be forced to change offensive coordinators every few years if Jayden is who you and I think he is.

Jayden never wanted to come here. He was trying to get to Vegas to play for Pierce. He's from LA. His girlfriend is in LA. The coach he publicly campaigned for (KK) is in LA. McVay is in LA.

Just something I'm monitoring, not expecting.

Drafting mediocre talent is due to this team trying to plug every hole in one draft. We passed on JJ Watt, Kyle Hamilton, Gonzalez, and DeJean in an effort to do so.

Dotson, B Rob, and Howell are gone. Guys like Mathis, Forbes, Dotson, Sinnott, McCaffrey, and Newton should be key depth pieces at the very least.

AP drafted Jayden. The hard part is done. We have the Earth shifting, elite franchise QB in the fold. It's on him to put the pieces around Jayden. I think AP can do it, but he's running out of time. Not with Harris, but with Jayden imo.

 

[Stymietee]

So trade up and get Jeremiah Smith?

No, but don't take the point of view that top talent is a singular thing at each position. Top talent is great and they become less so if they aren't a great fit.

 

[Stymietee]

Building the offensive line and being in the same scheme were the two that really stood out to me. Great read as always Sty.

I was the first on this board to lay out AP's track record and give him grades. It starts with him. I'll say it again, he has to be better moving forward. There is no way around it.

Everything to this point is on AP. Hiring AP was on Harris. I'm not sure Harris is ready to pull that plug. He's focused on so many other things right now, like dragging this franchise into the 21st century after years of neglect by Dan. I think he trusts AP as well.

AP hasn't been all bad, his plan for the offensive line was Tunsil, Coleman, Linderbaum, Cosmi, and Connerly Jr. Not bad.

I'm not down on Connerly, but I'm not super high on him either. It appears on the surface that he allowed KK to influence a first round pick and a year later he's not even here, which brings me to scheme.

Why did we draft a franchise QB and hire a defensive HC? Was there no one on the other side of the ball to pair with Jayden after Ben turned us down? With Quinn here we will be forced to change offensive coordinators every few years if Jayden is who you and I think he is.

Jayden never wanted to come here. He was trying to get to Vegas to play for Pierce. He's from LA. His girlfriend is in LA. The coach he publicly campaigned for (KK) is in LA. McVay is in LA.

Just something I'm monitoring, not expecting.

Drafting mediocre talent is due to this team trying to plug every hole in one draft. We passed on JJ Watt, Kyle Hamilton, Gonzalez, and DeJean in an effort to do so.

Dotson, B Rob, and Howell are gone. Guys like Mathis, Forbes, Dotson, Sinnott, McCaffrey, and Newton should be key depth pieces at the very least.

AP drafted Jayden. The hard part is done. We have the Earth shifting, elite franchise QB in the fold. It's on him to put the pieces around Jayden. I think AP can do it, but he's running out of time. Not with Harris, but with Jayden imo.

My biggest concern is what happens after this season with 5. I'm not sure that he wants to be in D.C., because of the way that they operate. Mind you, there's nothing wrong with being a middle class organization, but if you want to keep the Champ Bailey's, Trent Williams's, and perhaps Jayden Daniels of the world you have to be better than middle class.

 

[kbso83432]

My biggest concern is what happens after this season with 5. I'm not sure that he wants to be in D.C., because of the way that they operate. Mind you, there's nothing wrong with being a middle class organization, but if you want to keep the Champ Bailey's, Trent Williams's, and perhaps Jayden Daniels of the world you have to be better than middle class.

Look at Krik Cousins. Even he got to the point where he knew he had to get outta here. Now I do think this is a completely different franchise than the one Kirk was a part of, but he couldn't wait to get outta here.

Said all the right things up until he was able to leave. I wasn't a big Kirk guy, but it's happened here before.

 

[Stymietee]

Look at Krik Cousins. Even he got to the point where he knew he had to get outta here. Now I do think this is a completely different franchise than the one Kirk was a part of, but he couldn't wait to get outta here.

Said all the right things up until he was able to leave. I wasn't a big Kirk guy, but it's happened here before.

Yep, and contrary to some opinions (not yours) players have dreams and aspirations beyond making money too. They want fame, glory and the associated championships! It's every kids dream and every man's goal. They see and assess too. So, when these guys are making career decisions, Washington has to put itself in position to be seen as a place where these goals can be reached.

 

[gkekoa]

No, but don't take the point of view that top talent is a singular thing at each position. Top talent is great and they become less so if they aren't a great fit.

Agreed but Smith is different.

 

[skinsdad62]

... And now the fix:

Washington should build to Jayden Daniels by doing what they’ve never done for a franchise quarterback — commit to a multi‑year, disciplined roster‑building plan that maximizes his strengths, protects his body, and surrounds him with top‑tier talent at the positions that matter most. Daniels is a force multiplier; the team must now build a roster worthy of being multiplied.

The Core Philosophy: Build to Daniels, Not Around Him

Washington’s historical mistake has been building around average quarterbacks — which leads to average rosters. Daniels changes the math. The team must build to his strengths:

Explosive mobility
High‑end accuracy
Quick processing
Calm pocket temperament

This requires a roster that enhances these traits instead of forcing him to compensate for weaknesses.

1. Build an Offensive Line That Protects His Longevity

Daniels’ legs are a weapon — but only if he stays healthy. Washington must avoid repeating the RG3 mistake.

What Washington must do:

Anchor the edges with long‑term tackles (Tunsil + Conerly is a strong start).
Invest in interior pass protection, not just run blocking.
Prioritize continuity — OL turnover kills QB development.
Draft OL early and often, especially in Rounds 1–2, where Washington historically struggles.

Why it matters: Daniels is elite at:

Escaping pressure
Manipulating defenders
Extending plays
But he should not live in chaos. A stable OL unlocks his full passing ceiling.

2. Surround Him with Separation and YAC Monsters

Daniels is deadly when throwing in rhythm. Washington must give him receivers who win early and create easy windows.
Ideal WR profile:
Route separators
Slot technicians
Vertical burners
YAC creators

Washington’s current room is solid, but the long‑term plan must include:

A true WR1 successor to McLaurin
A dynamic slot weapon
A vertical WR who forces safeties to back off
Elite QBs need elite weapons — not just “good enough” ones.

3. Build a Tight End Room That Expands the Playbook

Daniels thrives with:

Play‑action
Bootlegs
RPOs
Middle‑of‑field throws

This requires tight ends who can:

Block
Separate
Threaten seams
Create mismatches

Washington’s TE room is improving, but they need a top‑10 TE to fully unlock Daniels’ efficiency game.

4. Maintain a Multi‑Back Committee

Daniels’ rushing threat makes every RB better. Washington should avoid relying on a single bell cow.

Here’s what the Ideal RB room looks like:

A zone runner
A power back
A receiving back
A change‑of‑pace speed back

This keeps defenses guessing and reduces Daniels’ exposure to hits.

5. Keep Offensive Continuity — No More Annual Scheme Changes

Washington’s biggest historical QB killer has been instability. Daniels needs:

The same OC for 3–5 years
The same terminology
The same core concepts
Incremental evolution, not yearly reinvention
Continuity is how elite QBs become elite.

6. Build a Defense That Supports a Franchise QB

Elite QBs don’t need elite defenses — they need situational defenses.

Washington must prioritize:

Pass rush depth
Coverage versatility
Turnover creation
Red‑zone defense

This keeps Daniels in favorable game scripts and prevents shootouts.

7. Draft Like a Team with a Franchise QB

Washington’s drafting must change immediately.

From Old Washington Drafting:

Reach for traits
Miss in Round 2
Draft role players
Avoid premium positions

To the New Washington Drafting:

Draft WR, CB, OT, EDGE early
Draft for value, not need
Draft players who elevate Daniels
Draft players who create explosive plays

Daniels gives Washington the freedom to draft aggressively.

The Bottom Line

Jayden Daniels is the first quarterback in decades who can elevate Washington from a middle‑class franchise to a contender. But that only happens if the team commits to a disciplined, multi‑year roster‑building plan that:

Protects him
Surrounds him with separators
Maintains continuity
Builds a modern offense
Drafts premium positions
Supports him with a situational defense

Daniels is the catalyst. Washington must now build the engine.

So did AP start that with our younger , faster FA signings ? Drafting styles ? Is chig the answer at TE ? Is Williams a start at wr ( slot )

 

[skinsdad62]

No, but don't take the point of view that top talent is a singular thing at each position. Top talent is great and they become less so if they aren't a great fit.

If you trade up for smith and he fails then it could hurt . It’s a gamble in that aspect but if he hits then wow . The issue is instead of gathering and hoarding draft picks we have given them away for little return

 

[skinsdad62]

Turning this team around isn’t a quick fix . We did waste one year going all in and finding out it was fools gold

 

[Stymietee]

Agreed but Smith is different.

Agreed, Smith is definitely different, but how they get him is also going to have to be different. The 2027 draft is supposed to be loaded, and if that's true maybe they do something involving the 2028 draft if they are dead set on getting him. I would think not!

 

[Stymietee]

So did AP start that with our younger , faster FA signings ? Drafting styles ? Is chig the answer at TE ? Is Williams a start at wr ( slot )

Yep, it seem to me that styles is supposed to be an eventual NFL blue blood and Williams, that slot technician that I mentioned. Chig otoh is an upgrade, a capable upgrade, but ultimately he's holding the spot down for his younger replacement who can do it all...
(Block, separate, threaten seams and create mismatches) Granted, I not fully aware of Chig's blocking abilities or how good he is running seam routes but he's a significant upgrade from what they've had since Daniels arrival.

 

[Stymietee]

If you trade up for smith and he fails then it could hurt . It’s a gamble in that aspect but if he hits then wow . The issue is instead of gathering and hoarding draft picks we have given them away for little return

AP cannot G.M for a scared perspective! He has to be willing to take chances that make sense but fail. His job is to get the talent give accolades when that talent is maximized and a hard side eyed question when it isn't.
With far fewer opportunities AP's mantra has to be a version of this...
Thomas Edison's most famous quote about failure is, "I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work."

 

[skinsdad62]

Yep, it seem to me that styles is supposed to be an eventual NFL blue blood and Williams, that slot technician that I mentioned. Chig otoh is an upgrade, a capable upgrade, but ultimately he's holding the spot down for his younger replacement who can do it all...
(Block, separate, threaten seams and create mismatches) Granted, I not fully aware of Chig's blocking abilities or how good he is running seam routes but he's a significant upgrade from what they've had since Daniels arrival.

chig is a younger guy but he isnt going to the blocker HOF . now sinnott has the skill set but can he put it together ?

 

[blastfromthepast]

Turning this team around isn’t a quick fix . We did waste one year going all in and finding out it was fools gold

I agree, but how much time is reasonable to give AP?

Teams get turned around quickly all the time. I agree with Rivera left us with nothing and hurt our future significantly. The fact remains, how much time SHOULD AP get before Harris has "the talk" with him. I give him 1 more offseason to get 4 full drafts and 4 full free agent classes. That is adequate time to build a consistent contender IMO. I am NOT saying a Super Bowl winner, I am saying a constant contender in the playoffs. We have to draw a line for accountability at some point.

Ideally, the name Ron Rivera will not be listed as an excuse after this season. Or at least I don't think it should. We would have had millions in cap and almost 20 draft picks to build a proper foundation.

Rivera was one of the main reasons I had to leave the board for a while. I simply could not stomach the damage he did to this team. That is why Dean and I don't get along to this day. He was cheering for Rivera as the man literally helped destroy the roster. I was hijacking every thread and it wasn't fair to other posters. To tell me to leave because I was right and he was wrong was one of the most insane things I have seen on this board.

I repeat, to this very day, Dean NEVER told me why he thought Rivera would be a good GM and WHY he supported him to the bitter end. He never answered my question and never will because he knows I know.

 

[skinsdad62]

I agree, but how much time is reasonable to give AP?

Teams get turned around quickly all the time. I agree with Rivera left us with nothing and hurt our future significantly. The fact remains, how much time SHOULD AP get before Harris has "the talk" with him. I give him 1 more offseason to get 4 full drafts and 4 full free agent classes. That is adequate time to build a consistent contender IMO. I am NOT saying a Super Bowl winner, I am saying a constant contender in the playoffs. We have to draw a line for accountability at some point.

Ideally, the name Ron Rivera will not be listed as an excuse after this season. Or at least I don't think it should. We would have had millions in cap and almost 20 draft picks to build a proper foundation.

Rivera was one of the main reasons I had to leave the board for a while. I simply could not stomach the damage he did to this team. That is why Dean and I don't get along to this day. He was cheering for Rivera as the man literally helped destroy the roster. I was hijacking every thread and it wasn't fair to other posters. To tell me to leave because I was right and he was wrong was one of the most insane things I have seen on this board.

I repeat, to this very day, Dean NEVER told me why he thought Rivera would be a good GM and WHY he supported him to the bitter end. He never answered my question and never will because he knows I know.

no teams dont get turned around quickly all the time i posted the actual numbers . maybe for 1 yr but sustained excellence no

here is the data

There is no single “normal” timeline, because a one-year bounce from last place to a division title happens regularly in the NFL, while becoming a consistent winner (repeated winning seasons and playoff appearances) is much rarer and slower. en.wikipedia.org


Typical ranges from historical data


• From a true rock-bottom season (5 or fewer wins) to a competitive year (roughly 10+ wins or a playoff appearance): average 4.6 years across 38 cases from 2000–2019. The range was 1 year (9 of 38 cases) to 13 years. hogshaven.com


• For perennial bottom-dwellers who eventually posted a brief competitive stretch, the average was 7.3 years. Many never sustained it. hogshaven.com


• Recent full-rebuild cases that reached a first playoff win (Texans, Lions, Bills, 49ers and similar) most often took 3–4 seasons from the organizational reset. hogshaven.com


Why the numbers vary so widely


A single worst-to-first season is common because of the salary cap, draft order, and short player peaks; at least one team has done it in most seasons since realignment. That is not the same as becoming a stable winner. Sustained success usually requires a franchise quarterback, coaching/front-office stability, and culture change. Teams that already have those pieces rebound in 2–3 years. Teams that lack them can stay bad for a decade or more even after drafting high.


Examples of the spectrum:


• Fast: 1999 Rams, 2001 Patriots, recent Lions and Texans (3 years or less to contention after hitting bottom).


• Slow or incomplete: Lions (roughly 13 years from early-2000s nadir to consistent winning), historical Browns and pre-Reid Chiefs stretches, and several franchises that still have not produced a multi-year winning window.


Bottom line statistically


Expect 3–5 years to reach respectability if the organization executes a clean rebuild (new coach/GM + high-upside QB). Expect 6–8+ years, or no guarantee at all, if the team remains a true perennial loser without those pieces. One good year after a 4–13 season is common; becoming a team that regularly wins 10+ games and makes the playoffs is the harder, longer jump.
The numbers

https://x.com/DCSportsDre

 

[blastfromthepast]

no teams dont get turned around quickly all the time i posted the actual numbers . maybe for 1 yr but sustained excellence no

here is the data




Dre (@DCSportsDre) on X

Andy Reid did it in 1 year:

2012 Chiefs = 2-14
2013 Chiefs = 11-5 (with Reid)

I think they have made the playoffs almost every year? He has 3 SBs during his KC tenure I believe.

McVay did it in 1 year:

2016 Rams = 4-12
2017 Rams = 11-5 (with McVay)

Rams have made the playoffs every year except 2022. He has a SB ring as well.

Recent turn arounds in the past 2 years:

Liam Cohen in 2025 with JAX. He led them to a 13-4 season after they went 4-13 the year before. Jury is out if he keeps it up.
Ben Johnson in 2025 with CHI. He led them to a 11-6 season after they went 5-12 the year before. Jury is out if he keeps it up.
Mike Vrabel in 2025 with NE. He led them to a 14-3 season and a SB birth after they went 4-13 the year before. Jury is out if keeps it up.
Mike Macdonald in 2024 and 2025...kinda. He led them to a 10-7 and 14-3 with SB win after they went 9-8 the year before.

 

[skinsdad62]

Andy Reid did it in 1 year:

2012 Chiefs = 2-14
2013 Chiefs = 11-5 (with Reid)

I think they have made the playoffs almost every year? He has 3 SBs during his KC tenure I believe.

McVay did it in 1 year:

2016 Rams = 4-12
2017 Rams = 11-5 (with McVay)

Rams have made the playoffs every year except 2022. He has a SB ring as well.

Recent turn arounds in the past 2 years:

Liam Cohen in 2025 with JAX. He led them to a 13-4 season after they went 4-13 the year before. Jury is out if he keeps it up.
Ben Johnson in 2025 with CHI. He led them to a 11-6 season after they went 5-12 the year before. Jury is out if he keeps it up.
Mike Vrabel in 2025 with NE. He led them to a 14-3 season and a SB birth after they went 4-13 the year before. Jury is out if keeps it up.
Mike Macdonald in 2024 and 2025...kinda. He led them to a 10-7 and 14-3 with SB win after they went 9-8 the year before.

outliers

 

[Stymietee]

Andy Reid did it in 1 year:

2012 Chiefs = 2-14
2013 Chiefs = 11-5 (with Reid)

I think they have made the playoffs almost every year? He has 3 SBs during his KC tenure I believe.

McVay did it in 1 year:

2016 Rams = 4-12
2017 Rams = 11-5 (with McVay)

Rams have made the playoffs every year except 2022. He has a SB ring as well.

Recent turn arounds in the past 2 years:

Liam Cohen in 2025 with JAX. He led them to a 13-4 season after they went 4-13 the year before. Jury is out if he keeps it up.
Ben Johnson in 2025 with CHI. He led them to a 11-6 season after they went 5-12 the year before. Jury is out if he keeps it up.
Mike Vrabel in 2025 with NE. He led them to a 14-3 season and a SB birth after they went 4-13 the year before. Jury is out if keeps it up.
Mike Macdonald in 2024 and 2025...kinda. He led them to a 10-7 and 14-3 with SB win after they went 9-8 the year before.

Quinn took Washington from 4-13 to 12-5 to 5-12. Is this year the tie breaker?