The Washington Commanders are expected to part ways with head coach Ron Rivera on Monday, according to a report.
The Commanders end their season on Sunday at home against the Dallas Cowboys, and after a disappointing season that saw them enter the season finale at 4-12, it may be Rivera's last game in Washington.
The franchise, under new owner Josh Harris, is expected to end the coach's four-year tenure after the end of the regular season on Monday, according to Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero.
Harris stated when he took office that he and his consortium intended to let the season wind down before making any personnel decisions.
The report also claimed that the decision had not been finalized and had not been discussed with employees.
The =Commanders are expected to part ways with head coach Ron Rivera on Monday
The 4-12 Commanders end their season on Sunday at home against the Dallas Cowboys
New owner Josh Harris was always expected to put his own stamp on the Commanders
But after seven straight losses, the decision to move on from Rivera has reportedly become clearer within the organization.
The future of general manager Martin Mayhew is also in doubt, although a decision on his status could reportedly come at a later date.
Harris was always expected to put his own stamp on the Commanders after replacing former embattled owner Dan Snyder's turbulent tenure.
The Commanders' head coaching position is the most attractive in years after Snyder ultimately resigned amid controversy.
The future of GM Martin Mayhew is also questionable, but a decision could be made later
The organization may look to a modified front office structure, with a president of football operations overseeing the head coach and general manager.
Rivera, who turns 62 on Sunday, led the Commanders to the playoffs just once in his first season as coach.
Since then, Washington has a 7-10 record in 2021 and an 8-8-1 record in 2022 before struggling this season.
“Well, I would like to think we’re in a better place,” Rivera said when asked about his tenure on Jan. 2. “Probably a fair way of putting it. “I definitely appreciate my time here and we'll see what happens.”
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