UW Offensive Coordinator Jimmie Dougherty Departs

Huskies coach Jedd Fisch will need to find third OC in three seasons.

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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Jimmie Dougherty, the offensive coordinator for the University of Washington football team, is leaving the Huskies program. Dougherty did not call plays, but his departure means head coach Jedd Fisch will need to find his third offensive coordinator in as many seasons at UW.

Why it matters

Offensive coordinator is a critical role, and frequent turnover in that position can disrupt team continuity and make it difficult to establish a consistent offensive identity and game plan. Fisch is entering a pivotal third season as Huskies head coach, and finding stability on his offensive staff will be important.

The details

Dougherty had served as UW's offensive coordinator since Fisch was hired as head coach in 2024. However, after two seasons in that role, Dougherty has decided to leave the program for an unspecified opportunity elsewhere.

  • Dougherty has been UW's offensive coordinator since 2024.
  • Dougherty is departing the Huskies program in February 2026.

The players

Jimmie Dougherty

The former offensive coordinator for the University of Washington football team.

Jedd Fisch

The head coach of the University of Washington football team, who will now need to find his third offensive coordinator in three seasons.

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What’s next

Fisch will need to quickly identify and hire a new offensive coordinator to lead the Huskies' offense as the team prepares for the 2026 season.

The takeaway

Frequent turnover in key coaching positions like offensive coordinator can hamper a program's ability to build momentum and establish an identity, so Fisch will need to find stability on his staff to help the Huskies take the next step in his third season as head coach.