As we enter a bye week, Eagles fans find themselves with an opportunity to observe other teams and rivals. The Washington Commanders have been catching everyone’s attention lately, and a familiar face is part of the reason why.
Four weeks into the 2024-25 NFL season, the Commanders sit atop the NFC East. Brian Johnson, their assistant head coach and offensive pass game coordinator, is working closely with offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury in developing rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels. Johnson’s journey from Philadelphia to Washington is proving to be a storyline worth following.
Johnson spent last season as Philadelphia’s offensive coordinator after serving as their quarterbacks coach in 2021 and 2022. While his tenure with the Eagles ended with mixed reviews, his current work with the Commanders is shedding new light on his capabilities.
It’s worth noting that Johnson’s success and offensive acumen at the collegiate level were significant. He shined as an offensive assistant at Utah, Mississippi State, Houston, and Florida. Now in Washington, he’s overseeing Daniels’ progression, and the young quarterback is showing promising signs of development…