The Commanders' first-year offensive coordinator has rediscovered the joy of playcalling and building relationships.

Kliff Kingsbury will remain the Washington Commanders’ offensive coordinator despite interest from the New Orleans Saints and other teams during this head-coaching cycle, according to multiple reports. Former Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy also will not be the Saints’ new head coach this season, according to multiple reports.

Kliff Kingsbury is expected to return for a second season as the Washington Commanders' offensive coordinator.

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Kingsbury turned down a head coaching interview from the Saints to remain as Washington’s offensive coordinator. Plus, notes on hirings around the NFL.

Washington Commanders offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury will reportedly return to the team next season and eschew interest from the New Orleans

Kingsbury will reportedly stay in Washington, taking himself out of consideration for the New Orleans Saints' head coaching vacancy.

After some intense speculation, Kliff Kingsbury has decided to snub the Saints to officially return to the Commanders.

Kingsbury came to Washington after spending four seasons as the Cardinals’ head coach, going 28-37-1 in the regular season with zero playoff wins before getting fired after the 2022 season. The Commanders enjoyed a renaissance season under head coach Dan Quinn and Kingsbury this year, going 12-5 and winning their first postseason game since 2005.

The Saints are the only remaining NFL team with a 2025 head coaching vacancy. Will Kliff Kingsbury get the job or will he look for one in 2026?

Kliff Kingsbury will remain in Washington as the Commanders' offensive coordinator for a second season. Multiple reports Tuesday indicate Kingsbury will not interview with the Saints, who had shown interest in the former Cardinals' head coach.