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Redskins: Three potential in-house options at DC if Greg Manusky is replaced

By Russell Shavatt

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - SEPTEMBER 08: Inside linebacker’s coach Rob Ryan of the Washington Redskins looks on against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on September 08, 2019 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - SEPTEMBER 08: Inside linebacker’s coach Rob Ryan of the Washington Redskins looks on against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on September 08, 2019 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images) /
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SANTA CLARA, CA – JANUARY 03: Head coach Jim Tomsula of the San Francisco 49ers stands on the sidelines during their NFL game against the St. Louis Rams at Levi’s Stadium on January 3, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
SANTA CLARA, CA – JANUARY 03: Head coach Jim Tomsula of the San Francisco 49ers stands on the sidelines during their NFL game against the St. Louis Rams at Levi’s Stadium on January 3, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images) /

Option 3: Jim Tomsula

Unlike the previous candidates in Horton and Ryan, Jim Tomsula has been on Gruden’s coaching staff since the 2017 season. He has overseen a defensive line that has been one of the more productive parts of the defense since his arrival. Notable members of the defensive line include Jonathan Allen, Daron Payne, and Matt Ioannidis, all of whom who have progressed mightily under Tomsula’s tutelage.

However, Tomsula does not have any NFL coordinator experience unlike Horton and Ryan. Should this prevent him from being named as a replacement for Manusky?

In short, no. His lack of coordinator experience should not prevent him from being named as a replacement for Manusky. Tomsula has shown the ability to develop talent, and has the personality to effectively relate to the players. Furthermore, being that he has been on the coaching staff the longest of the group, he may ultimately have the trust of Gruden, who is on a short leash himself.

And let’s not forget that Tomsula also had a short-lived stint as the head coach of the San Francisco 49ers. So while he may not have experience serving as a defensive coordinator, he has served in a leadership role so that may make him a more attractive candidate should the position become available.

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