Washington Commanders fire defensive coordinator Jack Del Rio and defensive backs coach Brent Vieselmeyer after 45-10 Thanksgiving thrashing against the Cowboys

Washington Commanders head coach Ron Rivera fired defensive coordinator Jack Del Rio following the team’s Thanksgiving loss to the Dallas Cowboys.

The Commanders were hammered 45-10 by the Cowboys on Thursday at AT&T Stadium, dropping them to 4-8.

In the midst of a dismal season, the loss seemed to be the final straw for Rivera as the team announced the resignation of Del Rio, along with defensive line coach Brent Vieselmeyer.

“Today I have relieved Jack Del Rio and Brent Vieselmeyer of their duties,” River confirmed in a statement on Friday. “I appreciate everything they have contributed to the organization over the past four seasons and wish them all the best for the future.”

More to follow.