The Philadelphia Eagles have experienced a turbulent start to the season. They kicked things off with an exhilarating win over the Green Bay Packers in Brazil, only to lose momentum in a crushing defeat to the Atlanta Falcons in Week 2. The team’s performance has been inconsistent, prompting concerns from fans about the coaching staff’s effectiveness. Here’s a breakdown of the Eagles’ coaching situation:
Nick Sirianni
Sirianni finds himself in a precarious position this season. After the team’s late collapse in 2023, he has taken a step back from play-calling duties, allowing offensive coordinator Kellen Moore to handle that responsibility. Sirianni’s focus has shifted toward overseeing the team and ensuring smooth execution. However, the results have been far from “crisp,” and questions about his leadership have emerged, especially after he failed to address the team following the devastating loss to the Falcons. Instead, quarterback Jalen Hurts took on that role, which raised eyebrows. Sirianni defended his decision by saying Hurts’ message was “perfect,” but many believe a head coach should step up after such a difficult defeat. If the team continues to underperform, the pressure on Sirianni will intensify, and his job security may come into question by season’s end.
Kellen Moore
The newly hired offensive coordinator has shown both promise and inconsistency in his first two games. Moore introduced more pre-snap motion in Week 1, a major improvement over the previous season’s stagnant offense. The Eagles used pre-snap motion on 52.7% of their plays against Green Bay, a huge jump from 10.9% last season. However, in Week 2, Moore’s playcalling became more questionable. While stars like Saquon Barkley and DeVonta Smith were heavily featured, other key players, like Dallas Goedert, were overlooked. The tight end had only four targets, resulting in three catches for 38 yards. Additionally, several questionable third-down calls and a risky decision to forgo a field goal in the first quarter likely hurt the team’s chances. Moore needs to strike a balance between creativity and situational awareness as the season progresses.
Vic Fangio
Despite some criticism, Fangio’s performance as defensive coordinator has been better than it appears. While the defense faltered during the Falcons’ game-winning drive, the Eagles’ red-zone defense has been solid. In Week 1, they held the Packers without a touchdown on eight of their 11 possessions, and in Week 2, they kept the Falcons scoreless on seven of their nine drives. The main issue has been a lack of pressure from the front seven, which has left the secondary vulnerable. Fangio may not be at fault entirely, but the Eagles could benefit from acquiring an edge rusher to bolster the pass rush.
As the season unfolds, the Eagles’ coaching staff will need to address these issues if they hope to achieve consistent success. Sirianni’s leadership, Moore’s play-calling, and Fangio’s defensive adjustments will be key factors to watch.
