Hiring Kevin O’Connell as new OC
Sean McVay has acted as the offensive coordinator since being hired in 2017, but this offseason, he recognized the benefits of having a designated OC on the staff. He hired O’Connell away from the Redskins, bringing yet another bright offensive mind to the Rams.
O’Connell will help develop the quarterbacks, too, while assisting McVay with game planning throughout the week and decision making on game days. There’s really no downside to McVay hiring O’Connell, as it’ll help take pressure off himself to do everything as a head coach.
McVay has expressed a desire to be more involved on defense, which he’ll be able to do now that O’Connell will be there to work with the offense. It’s a win-win for McVay and O’Connell.