Jul 30, 2022; Ashburn, VA, USA; Former Washington player Ryan Kerrigan speaks at a press conference after announcing his retirement from the NFL prior to day four of Washington Commanders training camp at The Park in Ashburn. Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Commanders name Ryan Kerrigan assistant defensive line coach

Originally posted on Pro Football Rumors
By Sam Robinson | Last updated 9/5/22

Ryan Kerrigan announced his retirement this offseason, but the longtime Washington pass rusher will not spend too long out of the league. The Commanders are adding him to their coaching staff.

The franchise’s all-time sack leader is now signed on as its assistant defensive line coach, the team announced Monday. While Kerrigan only played one season under Ron Rivera, the third-year head coach brought him aboard.

“Ryan Kerrigan is one of the most accomplished players in this franchise’s history,” Rivera said. “Following his retirement, we had a great talk about his goals for life after playing. Ryan had an interest in coaching and we were able to allow him to shadow our coaching staff this summer.”

Kerrigan, 34, will work under Commanders defensive line coach Jeff Zgonina. This hire comes weeks after Rivera fired his previous defensive line coach, Sam Mills III.

This article first appeared on Pro Football Rumors and was syndicated with permission.

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