Jay Gruden 'absolutely' interested in Jim Haslett returning as defensive coordinator - Washington Times
Washington Redskins coach Jay Gruden said Friday that he would like to have defensive coordinator Jim Haslett return next season despite the team ranking 28th in the league in points allowed with one game remaining.
“I have a lot of respect for what he does as a football coach, so absolutely,” Gruden said in an interview Friday afternoon.
Gruden, in his first season, clarified that he will not be the one deciding whether Haslett returns, but that the choice will be made by owner Dan Snyder and president and general manager Bruce Allen.
“I have, obviously, input and all that stuff, but ultimately, it will come down to, hopefully, a group decision — and one that we can all live with,” Gruden said. “But it will be a Redskins decision, and we’ll move on.”
Haslett’s future with the Redskins has been the subject of frequent speculation, especially as Washington has allowed 26.3 points per game and ranks 14th in yards allowed, including 22nd against the pass. The Redskins snapped a six-game losing streak with a victory over Philadelphia last week, but are 4-11 heading into the season finale Sunday against Dallas.