When an NFL coach is hired, the typical maneuver is for that person to assemble a staff of people who have already worked together before, or know each other well.
Ron Rivera is no exception.
As the Washington Redskins‘ coach builds his staff, Rivera has brought on three assistants who were with him in Carolina: receivers coach Jim Hostler, offensive line coach John Matsko and linebackers coach Steve Russ. Another hire, trainer Ryan Vermillion, also comes from the Panthers.
Defensive coordinator Jack Del Rio and secondary coach Chris Harris have not coached with Rivera before, but Harris played under Rivera as a cornerback when the 57-year-old was the defensive coordinator for the Chicago Bears.