Coach News Today — October 13, 2026

Coaches, it's been a wild ride in the sports world and there's no shortage of takeaways for today's teams. The NFL is front and center, with several teams struggling to find their footing early in the season. The Los Angeles Rams are re-examining their special teams unit after some critical mistakes, while the Washington Commanders are also dealing with frustration after a botched play sparked fan ire. Meanwhile, the Chargers are trying to turn things around under coach Jim Harbaugh, who says he's and ownership are united in their efforts to get the team back on track.

College football is also making headlines, with Oregon State coach Jonathan Lanning addressing a concerning play that injured a player, and the Miami Dolphins coaching staff looking for ways to improve their passing game. In a bit of non-football news, Arizona State is making moves to bolster its men's hockey program, reportedly in talks with Colorado Avalanche coach Jared Hakstol to take the helm. As coaches, we know that setbacks and growing pains are all part of the game - but it's how we respond that matters. Stay tuned for more insights and analysis on these stories and others from around the sports world.

Today's signal:
• After special teams blunders, Rams to 'evaluate everything' about kicking unit (espn.com)
• Lanning says Oregon DT won't face discipline for play that hurt Iamaleava (espn.com)
• Amid Chargers' 0-5 start, Harbaugh says he, ownership 'in this fight together' (espn.com)
• ASU in talks with Avs' Hakstol to helm men's hockey program (espn.com)
• Quinn says 'no one is pleased' after Commanders' botched play fuels fan angst (espn.com)
• Dolphins coach not mulling benching Willis but 'pass game has to be better' (espn.com)