Ron Rivera has resigned as head coach of the Washington Commanders, claiming a “toxic environment” surrounded the team. The tipping point came after it was announced the team was being investigated by Congress for financial impropriety.
Rivera is stepping down after two seasons He submitted his letter of resignation early Friday morning. Under Rivera, the Commanders went 14-19 overall and failed to make the playoffs in 2021 after a remarkable 2020 season. The Washington Commanders are a team in total disarray and this is just the latest example.