Since Nick Sirianni took over as head coach in 2021, the Philadelphia Eagles are now on their fifth offensive coordinator.
The team promoted Kevin Patullo to replace Kellen Moore, who departed to become the head coach of the New Orleans Saints.
While the frequent turnover might raise concerns for both players and fans, especially in the wake of a recent Super Bowl run, Sirianni has offered reassurance, backing the decision with confidence in the team's direction.
"Yeah, I think there’s always a transition with a new guy calling the plays, but I don’t want to compare it from one to the other or anything like that. I’m just focused on where we are right now," Sirianni said.
"But Kevin’s doing a great job. Kevin’s obviously had the opportunity to be in front of the room. One of the many things that I think he’s doing really well, he only had an opportunity when [Colts Head Coach] Shane [Steichen] or [Commanders Assistant Head Coach/Offensive Pass Game Coordinator] Brian [Johnson] and [Saints Head Coach] Kellen [Moore] were the coordinators to present in front of the room a section or two. I just think he does a phenomenal job teaching the room when he’s the main guy up here doing that."
Sirianni highlighted Patullo’s strong connection with the players, crediting it to their existing relationships and his familiarity as an internal hire. Patullo has been with the Eagles since 2021 and also worked alongside Sirianni during their time in Indianapolis.
"He’s got the player’s attention, he’s got a great plan, he’s got a great process, and that’s where I’ve noticed that he’s done a really nice job of and can’t say enough about how good of a job I think he’s doing to this point and he’s got a relationship with these players. That’s probably the main thing, maybe that you’re talking about, John, is that he’s got a relationship with these players.
"Whereas Kellen came in and had to build relationships, Kevin’s been around these players for going on five years now. I see Kevin pushing those guys out there, being able to get those guys going, whether it’s a high five to him or hey ‘get your butt going,’ because he has that relationship with the guys that he’s been building. He’s always been a guy who has had strong relationships in the building. That’s a strong point of his as well, and that’s suiting him very well. Right now."
Patullo previously served as the Eagles' passing game coordinator and associate head coach before taking on the offensive coordinator role.
The hire appears to be an overall strong move, particularly for quarterback Jalen Hurts, who won’t need to adjust to a new system or spend extra time building chemistry, thanks to the foundation already in place.
