Commanders may be preparing a not-so-jolly holiday surprise for Joe Whitt

Washington Commanders defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr. | The Washington Post/GettyImagesThere will be an investigation into the Washington Commanders' failures this season. Even though inside reports suggest that head coach Dan Quinn's job is safe, it would be a surprise if there wasn't some collateral damage elsewhere on the staff.

Quinn earned enough good graces last season to get the benefit of the doubt. There are things he would have done differently if given the chance, but he was facing a severe injury storm throughout. He'll get another year at least, especially considering how much belief remains in his capabilities across the locker room and from those in positions of power.

That…