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QBFA40 insightsLatest Oct 28, 2026
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NegativeRoleOct 26, 2026Hogs Haven
The source recommends a specific offensive tactical framework for David Blough and aspiring QBs: run the ball more than opponents; use Under Center formations more frequently (without abandoning Shotgun entirely); employ Play Action more than opponents; pass slightly more than expected; avoid Motion and No Huddle tactics as they don't improve outcomes; and don't prioritize deep passing—ball-control passing is sufficient. This framework is grounded in data analysis showing Under Center Rate, Play-Action Rate, and Percentage Rushing are most strongly correlated with offensive effectiveness (scoring, EPA, wins), while Motion Rate and QB Run Yards are unrelated to offensive outcomes.
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NegativeRoleOct 16, 2026Hogs Haven
Commanders offensive coordinator David Blough took responsibility for the Week 5 tie with the Giants where the clock ran out before kicker Drew Stevens could attempt a field goal. Blough said he thought extensively about the play and how he could've done better, emerging with resolve that the Commanders will do what's required to fare better in the future. The source notes Blough is a 31-year-old rookie play caller still learning on the job; Week 5 proved a costly lesson, but he is described as smart, well-composed, and pragmatic, with confidence he'll learn and be better for the experience.
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PositiveRoleSep 28, 2026Hogs Haven
Blough is developing rapidly as offensive coordinator. In Week 3 against the defending Super Bowl champion Seahawks, he called an outstanding game with a backup quarterback and depleted offensive line. He demonstrated mastery of play-calling with creative schemes (fake swing pass tunnel screen to Jaylin Lane for 20+ yards), strong time-of-possession management, commitment to the run and short passing game with occasional downfield shots, quick attacks after turnovers (three plays to score on 30-yard TD to Terry McLaurin after Sonny Styles' interception), and effective checks prepared for Marcus Mariota at the line. He also dialed up the read option for Mariota on third and long to seal the game.
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PositiveRoleSep 28, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL
Blough is developing rapidly as offensive coordinator for the Commanders. In Week 3 against the defending Super Bowl champion Seahawks, he called an outstanding game with a backup quarterback and depleted offensive line, demonstrating growth in play-calling sophistication. He dialed up creative plays including a fake swing pass/tunnel screen to Jaylin Lane, managed time of possession with commitment to the run and short passing game while taking downfield shots, attacked quickly after turnovers (three plays to score on a 30-yard touchdown pass to Terry McLaurin following Sonny Styles' interception), and prepared effective checks for Mariota at the line. He sealed the game with a read option call on third and long.
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PositiveRoleSep 16, 2026Hogs Haven
Rookie offensive coordinator Blough switched to an up-tempo, shotgun-style approach late in Week 1 against Philadelphia after the Commanders' offense looked out-of-sync for the first three quarters. This adjustment coincided with Jayden Daniels' strong fourth-quarter performance (9-of-11, 100 yards, two TDs), and Blough should have plenty of opportunities to get his offense on track against Dallas' defense, which also lost safety Malik Hooker and linebacker DeMarvion Overshown to injuries.
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NegativeRoleSep 15, 2026Hogs Haven
The source provides mixed assessment of Blough's offensive play-calling debut. The source states: "Blough had a rough debut against coordinator Vic Fangio and the Eagles much heralded defense. He and Daniels were not on the same page for the better part of three quarters, and it took a throwback effort in the fourth for Daniels to finally find his groove." However, the source praises his commitment to the run (32 attempts, 132 yards, 1 TD) but criticizes the passing game approach, noting he ran too many plays with just two receivers and lacked pre-snap motion. The source recommends more deep post/go routes, middle-of-field shots, and pre-snap motion to get favorable matchups.
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NegativeRoleSep 15, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL
The source notes that offensive coordinator David Blough had a rough debut against Vic Fangio and the Eagles' defense. However, the source praises Blough's commitment to the run game, with 32 rushing attempts resulting in 132 yards and a touchdown. The source criticizes Blough's passing game approach through three quarters, noting he ran too many plays with just two receivers, which won't work against defenses that rush just four. The source recommends more pre-snap motion, deeper post/go routes with underneath options, and more middle-of-field shots.
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NegativeRoleSep 14, 2026Hogs Haven
The new offensive coordinator 'didn't call a very good game for the majority of three-and-a-half quarters' in his first NFL game. The source criticized his play-calling for failing to execute the offseason plan: 'All the talk during the offseason was about getting McLaurin 10-plus touches per game and that certainly didn't happen.' Blough frequently had 'just two guys in the route tree' which the Eagles 'EASILY identified and shut down,' leaving Jayden Daniels 'uncomfortable' and 'out of sync.'
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NegativeRoleJul 22, 2026Hogs Haven
Blough has never called offensive plays at any level of football and has never held an NFL coaching position higher than assistant quarterbacks coach, yet was promoted to Commanders offensive coordinator. He has been lauded by those who worked closely with him, including Bears head coach Ben Johnson after their time together in Detroit. He must show he can install his system well, game-plan against opponents, and help Daniels and the Commanders thrive with a largely under-center offense that prioritizes a strong rushing game with zone concepts and playaction passing.
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