Stanford football has a new head coach.

The school hired Tavita Pritchard, who is currently the Commanders’ quarterbacks coach, for the job on Friday.

“Winning in college football today requires a leader of men who can build and motivate teams, recruit future stars, and develop and connect with talent,” Stanford general manager Andrew Luck said in a statement.

Washington Commanders quarterbacks coach Tavita Pritchard watches his players before an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams, Dec. 17, 2023, in Inglewood, Calif. AP

“Tavita Pritchard is exactly the right head coach at the right time to help us build on the foundation of this season and lead Stanford football to its next great era. Coach Pritchard is a culture builder, a teacher of football of the highest caliber, and a

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