Kliff Kingsbury joining Rams’ coaching staff, sources say

Los Angeles–East Washington Commanders Offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury is joining Los Angeles Rams‘ coaching staff, sources told ESPN’s Adam Schefter and Peter Schrager on Friday.

According to Schefter, Kingsbury spent the last two seasons with the Commanders before the two sides agreed to part ways in January. The coordinator’s contract had one year left.

The Rams had a top-notch scoring attack this season, but will be making changes to their staff after the hiring of offensive coordinator Mike LaFleur. Arizona Cardinals‘Chief coach. Rams coach Sean McVay said earlier in the week that Los Angeles would conduct an “extensive search” to find LaFleur’s replacement and that the team had “great in-house candidates” who could be placed in the role.

Los Angeles, coming out losing seattle In the NFC Championship Game, the offense will be a key part of returning next season. quarterback Matthew StaffordOn Thursday night, the reigning NFL MVP announced he will return for his 18th season.

In 2025, the Commanders suffered significant injuries, including quarterback jayden daniels and wide receiver Terry McLaurin. A season after Daniels was named Offensive Rookie of the Year, Washington finished 22nd in scoring and 22nd in receiving yards. Team sources told ESPN’s John Keim that there was disagreement on what style of offense to run in Washington moving forward.

Kingsbury previously served as the Cardinals’ head coach for four years before being fired following the 2022 season.