David Blau
Mentioned in 10 analyzed podcast episodes across 6 shows
New Washington Commanders offensive coordinator hired to develop QB Jayden Daniels, bringing experience from the Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings where he worked in quarterback development. Known for offensive innovation and strategic play-calling—particularly a high-target approach for star receiver Terry McLaurin—he is expected to be a head coaching candidate in future NFL cycles. Podcasters discuss him as a bold hire tasked with implementing a balanced, under-center offensive system for the Commanders.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
Fantasy Footballers - Fantasy Football Podcast · Mar 19, 2026
Trending or Ending + Changing Offenses - Fantasy Football Podcast for 3/19
“New Commanders OC implementing under-center scheme for Jayden Daniels, replacing Cliff Kingsbury”
Heed the Call NFL Podcast with Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler · Feb 24, 2026
The Six NFL Teams No One Is Talking About
“First-time Commanders OC; expected to be head coach candidate next year; known for offensive innovation”
Fantasy Footballers - Fantasy Football Podcast · Feb 19, 2026
Mock Draft! Top 12 Picks for 2026 - Fantasy Football Podcast for 2/19
“Washington Commanders OC; discussed as building offense around Terry McLaurin 10-target-per-game strategy”
The Kevin Sheehan Show · Feb 14, 2026
Kirk Cousins
“Washington's new offensive coordinator; worked with Cousins in Minnesota QB room; learned from Ben Johnson”
The Sports Junkies · Feb 12, 2026
Do the Commanders Have Enough Around Jayden Daniels? | 'Reception Perception'
“New Washington Commanders offensive coordinator, former NFL QB, transitioning from Lions assistant role.”
The Herd with Colin Cowherd · Feb 12, 2026
THE HERD - Hour 2 - QBs that overcame adversity, the drama between Jonathan Kuminga and the Warriors, Trent Dilfer
“Washington Commanders new OC; former Detroit Lions practice squad player hired to develop Daniels”
The Sports Junkies · Feb 12, 2026
Full Show - Washington’s A Super Bowl Sleeper
“Commanders offensive coordinator discussing Terry McLaurin target allocation strategy”
The Kevin Sheehan Show · Feb 12, 2026
Dan Quinn
“New Commanders offensive coordinator promoted from assistant QB coach; discussed as bold hire with strong teaching vision”
The Kevin Sheehan Show · Feb 11, 2026
Coming Soon: More Under Center
“New Washington Commanders offensive coordinator tasked with implementing under-center, balanced attack system for Jaden Daniels”
The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL · Jan 30, 2026
The coaching cycle that just won't quit
“Hired as Washington Commanders offensive coordinator at age 30 after rapid promotion from assistant role”