Commanders fire Ben Steele following DWI arrest
The Washington Commanders have fired tight ends coach Ben Steele following his arrest for driving while intoxicated. The team stated the move was due to a violation of team policy, and a replacement is expected to be named shortly.
Why it matters
This personnel change impacts the team's coaching staff stability just before the start of the NFL training camp.
The Washington Commanders have fired new tight ends coach Ben Steele just days before the team opens training camp. Washington released a short statement Monday morning, saying it was parting ways with Steele and would "have no further comment at this time."
While the Commanders did not reveal the reason for Steele's firing, The Athletic reported it stemmed from a violation of team policy. Virginia court records show Steele was arrested on suspicion of driving while intoxicated June 7. He also faces additional charges for refusing a blood or breath test and obstructing or resisting an officer without force.
According to The Athletic , the Commanders placed Steele on leave after he informed the team of his arrest, and the team notified the NFL . Offensive assistant Wes Welker coached the tight ends during minicamp in Steele's absence. Head coach Dan Quinn is expected to announce Steele's replacement Tuesday.
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