Washington Redskins secondary coach Raheem Morris accepted a position with the Atlanta Falcons as assistant head coach in charge of defensive backs, according to reports Monday.
Morris has spent the past three years as the secondary coach in Washington but was passed over for the defensive coordinator position when the Redskins hired Joe Barry last week.
NFL Network reported that Morris’ role in Atlanta represents a promotion because of the title, but former Denver Broncos linebackers coach Richard Smith reportedly will become Atlanta’s defensive coordinator.
Although the Falcons have yet to name a new head coach, Seattle Seahawks defensive coordinator Dan Quinn is expected to replace Mike Smith after the Super Bowl.
According reports, Quinn could be named the Falcons’ head coach next Monday.
Morris served as Tampa Bay’s head coach from 2009 to 2011, compiling a 17-31 record before being fired.
The Falcons have already decided on Kyle Shanahan as their next offensive coordinator.
