Story byNathan Baird, Indianapolis StarSat, January 10, 2026 at 2:31 AM UTC·1 min readFormer Purdue football quarterback David Blough's rapid rise in NFL coaching circles reportedly took another jump Friday. Per multiple reports, the Washington Commanders promoted Blough to offensive coordinator. ESPN's Adam Schefter reported the franchise moved to keep Blough after one of his former teams, the Detroit Lions, showed interest in hiring him as offensive coordinator. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementBlough, 30, served as the Commanders' assistant quarterbacks coach in each of the past two seasons. Prior to that, he spent five seasons on NFL rosters with the Cleveland Browns, Lions, Minnesota Vikings and Arizona Cardinals. Blough started five games with the Lions in 2019 and two with the Cardinals in 2022. Insider: Why athletic director believes Purdue football is in 'really good spot'Oh?