Washington announced on Monday that head coach Jay Gruden agreed to a two-year contract extension. Gruden’s previous contract was set to expire after the 2018 season. Quang Lam from NFL.com pointed out that Gruden is the first head coach to receive a contract extension under owner Dan Snyder.
The move has the potential to impact the San Francisco 49ers reported pursuit of quarterback Kirk Cousins. Some analysts had speculated that an uncertain future at the head coaching position was a concern for Cousins when considering a long term deal with Washington. If that is the case, Gruden’s extension makes it much more likely they will come to an agreement with Cousins.