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Eagles Dismiss Offensive Coordinator After Disappointing Season

1/14/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The Philadelphia Eagles have parted ways with offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo after one season, announced by head coach Nick Sirianni after a playoff loss to the San Francisco 49ers.
The Eagles ranked 19th in scoring and 24th in total offense, highlighting the offensive struggles that prompted the change.
Patullo could remain with the team in a different role, and this marks the Eagles’ fifth offensive coordinator in five years.

History

Historical Context

The 2018 NFL season marked a significant shift in coaching dynamics, highlighted by the New York Giants firing head coach Ben McAdoo after a disappointing year. This trend of rapid coaching changes, influenced by the "Sean McVay effect" from 2017, reflects the pressure on teams to quickly enhance performance, often leading to instability in team strategy and cohesion.

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Story summary

The Philadelphia Eagles have parted ways with offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo after one season, announced by head coach Nick Sirianni after a playoff loss to the San Francisco 49ers.
The Eagles ranked 19th in scoring and 24th in total offense, highlighting the offensive struggles that prompted the change.
Patullo could remain with the team in a different role, and this marks the Eagles’ fifth offensive coordinator in five years.

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