Joe Whitt Jr. (born July 19, 1978) is an American professional football coach who is the defensive coordinator for the Washington Commanders of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Auburn Tigers and has served as a defensive backs coach with the NFL's Atlanta Falcons , Green Bay Packers , Cleveland Browns , and ...

Jan 19, 2025 · The New York Jets interviewed Washington Commanders defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr. on Sunday for their head coach vacancy. Whitt is in his first season leading the defense for the Commanders, who forced five turnovers in their stunning 45-31 win over the Detroit Lions on Saturday night to advance to the NFC championship for the first time in 33 years.

6 days ago · Commanders DC Joe Whitt told reporters on Thursday that if Hurts runs during the NFC Championship Game, then they'll treat him like a running back. Eagles QB Jalen Hurts is known for his ability ...

Whitt Jr. joins the Commanders after serving as the secondary/defensive passing game coordinator for the Dallas Cowboys for the past three seasons (2021-23). Since taking over the secondary in 2021, Whitt's unit has led the league with 59 interceptions.

Jan 21, 2025 · The New York Jets interviewed Washington Commanders defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr. on Sunday for their head coach vacancy. Whitt is in his first season leading the defense for the Commanders, who forced five turnovers in their stunning 45-31 win over the Detroit Lions on Saturday night to advance to the NFC championship for the first time in 33 years.

Feb 7, 2024 · The Washington Commanders have hired former Dallas Cowboys secondary coach and passing game coordinator Joe Whitt Jr. to be their new defensive coordinator. Here are five things to know about one of the newest members of the coaching staff.

Jan 19, 2025 · The Jets have completed an interview with Joe Whitt Jr. for their head-coaching post. Serving as the defensive coordinator for the Washington Commanders, Whitt oversaw a unit that finished No. 3 in passing (189.5 yds/g) , No. 5 in sacks/pass attempt (8.67) and No. 13 in yards/game (326.9) in the regular season.

Feb 5, 2024 · – The Washington Commanders announced today they have named Joe Whitt Jr. as the team's defensive coordinator. Whitt Jr. joins the Commanders after serving as the secondary/defensive passing game coordinator for the Dallas Cowboys for …

Feb 16, 2024 · When the Washington Commanders introduced Joe Whitt Jr. as their defensive coordinator during a press conference on Thursday, the new coach said the NFL team had hired “a country boy from ...

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