The Washington Redskins say the team’s new linebackers coach will be Lou Spanos, who spent the past 15 seasons as a defensive assistant with Pittsburgh. The Redskins also said Saturday that Kirk Olivadotti will move from that position to become the team’s defensive assistant. He has been with the team since 2000, serving in several coaching capacities.

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The Washington Redskins say the team’s new linebackers coach will be Lou Spanos, who spent the past 15 seasons as a defensive assistant with Pittsburgh. The Redskins also said Saturday that Kirk Olivadotti will move from that position to become the team’s defensive assistant. He has been with the team since 2000, serving in several coaching capacities.

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Hiring of Spanos from Steelers suggests defensive switch

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Adam_Schefter: Filed to ESPN: Mike Shanahan signed a five-year contract with the Redskins. Becomes head coach and Exec VP of football operations.

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