The Washington Redskins have officially named Ron Rivera as the team’s new head coach.
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鈥淎fter several meetings with coach Rivera, it was clear he is the right person to bring winning football back to Washington, D.C.,鈥� Washington Redskins owner Dan Snyder said in a New Year’s Day news release. 鈥淗e is widely respected around the league as a man of great integrity and has proven to be one of the finest coaches in the country.鈥�
Rivera was head coach of the Carolina Panthers until he was fired after a Week 13 loss to the Redskins.
In nine seasons in charge of the Panthers, Rivera guided the team to four playoff appearances and one trip to the Super Bowl.
鈥淲hile I love the storied history of the franchise, I am focused on the future and excited for the opportunity to win football games with this talented young team,鈥� said new head coach Ron Rivera. 鈥淎fter meeting Dan Snyder, it was clear we are aligned in our passion for the game and he supports my vision to turn the team around. I look forward to surrounding myself with great people and getting to work.鈥�
Bill Callahan finished the season as the Redskins head coach and guided them to a 3-8 record after Jay Gruden was fired following a 0-5 start.
According to the NFL Network鈥檚 Ian Rapoport, Rivera has reached agreement on a five-year contract.
Ron Rivera will officially be introduced at a news conference at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday.
