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Jaguars Insider: Why team is promoting Todd Wash to defensive coordinator

Per a team source, the Jaguars have promoted defensive line coach Todd Wash to defensive coordinator. An official announcement and press conference with Wash and coach Gus Bradley is expected on Friday.

Judging by fans’ mostly skeptic reactions, you’ve got questions about how the mechanics of this search to replace Bob Babich, who was fired Jan. 5. Here are some possible answers.

Question: Why weren’t any higher-profile candidates interviewed except for Jim Schwartz?

Answer: Easy — Bradley is entering the last year of his contract in 2016 and his expertise is on the defensive side.