The Philadelphia Eagles are once again at a crossroads, announcing the dismissal of offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo just days after their season came to a disappointing close with a 23-19 wild-card playoff loss to the San Francisco 49ers. The news, confirmed on January 13, 2026, by head coach Nick Sirianni, marks the end of a turbulent chapter in the Eagles' offensive saga and sets the stage for yet another search for a new play caller.
"I have decided to make a change at offensive coordinator. I met with Kevin today to discuss the difficult decision, as he is a great coach who has my utmost respect," Sirianni declared in a statement released by the team. "He has been integral to this team's success over the last five years, not only to the on-field product but behind the scenes as a valued leader for our players and organization. I have no doubt he will continue to have a successful coaching career. Ultimately, when we fall short of our goals, that responsibility lies on my shoulders."
Patullo’s tenure as offensive coordinator was brief, lasting just one season, but his association with the Eagles stretched back to 2021, when he joined Sirianni’s original staff as passing game coordinator. In 2023, he was promoted to associate head coach, and after Kellen Moore departed for the New Orleans Saints’ head coaching job, Patullo took the reins of the offense. His elevation was seen as a logical next step given his long-standing relationship with Sirianni, which began in Indianapolis when both were on the Colts’ staff.
Unfortunately for Patullo and the Eagles faithful, the 2025 campaign quickly turned into a season of frustration and regression. The offense, which had been a juggernaut in previous years—ranking eighth in total yards and seventh in points in 2024—plummeted to 24th in total offense (311 yards per game) and 19th in points (22.3 points per game) under Patullo’s leadership. These were not the numbers expected from a unit returning 10 of 11 starters from their Super Bowl-winning squad, especially with a roster boasting high-priced stars like quarterback Jalen Hurts, running back Saquon Barkley, receivers A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith, and tight end Dallas Goedert.
The regression was felt across the board. Barkley, who had rushed for a staggering 2,005 yards in 2024—becoming just the ninth player in NFL history to reach that milestone—saw his production nearly halved to 1,140 yards. Hurts, a dynamic dual-threat quarterback, managed only 421 rushing yards on 105 carries, well below his previous full-season lows. Even Brown, one of the league’s most consistent receivers, finished with 1,003 receiving yards, his lowest mark in four seasons with the team.
Injuries certainly played their part in the Eagles’ struggles. The offensive line, once considered the best in the NFL, was battered by setbacks. Center Cam Jurgens and left guard Landon Dickerson underwent offseason surgeries and played through pain, while right tackle Lane Johnson, a perennial Pro Bowler, missed the final eight games with a foot injury. The line’s diminished prowess was evident, with only Jurgens earning Pro Bowl honors in 2025, a steep drop from the previous year’s three Pro Bowlers and four All-Pros.
But injuries alone couldn’t explain the offense’s second-half woes and overall lack of consistency. The Eagles eclipsed 21 points just twice in their final ten games, and both times came against teams with five or fewer wins. The late-season collapse was punctuated by an inability to sustain momentum after strong starts. In the wild-card loss to the 49ers, the offense managed over 100 yards in the first quarter but sputtered to just 119 yards and six points in the second half. On the day, the Eagles posted 307 total yards (167 passing, 140 rushing), went 5-for-16 on third down, and 3-for-5 on fourth down, holding the ball for over 35 minutes but failing to convert time of possession into points.
Fan frustration boiled over as the season unraveled. Chants of "Fire Kevin!" echoed through Lincoln Financial Field during a late-November loss to the Bears, and Patullo’s South Jersey home was reportedly egged by disgruntled supporters. Even within the locker room, discontent simmered. Brown was candid in November: "You can't keep slapping a Band-Aid over that and expect to win late in the year, and think you're going to go to that at the end of the year. It's not going to (expletive) happen." Right tackle Lane Johnson labeled the offense "predictable" after an October defeat to the Giants, a sentiment he repeated throughout the season.
Despite the mounting criticism, Patullo maintained communication with his players. Brown acknowledged after the Giants loss, "He’s nonstop (communicating)... He’s getting a lot of scrutiny, but I think he’s doing a good job keeping this thing going." Still, the support waned as the offense failed to deliver when it mattered most. After the playoff exit, Sirianni signaled a thorough evaluation was imminent: "There will be time to evaluate everybody's performance." Hurts, asked if he wanted Patullo back, demurred: "It’s too soon to think about that. Like I said, I put my trust in Howie, Nick and Mr. Lurie," referencing general manager Howie Roseman, Sirianni, and owner Jeffrey Lurie.
Some positives did emerge under Patullo’s guidance. The Eagles led the NFL in red zone efficiency in 2025, a testament to his play design in tight quarters. But those successes were overshadowed by broader issues that left the offense stagnant and the team short of its championship ambitions.
With Patullo’s departure, the Eagles are now searching for their fifth offensive coordinator in as many seasons—a remarkable and unsettling trend for a franchise that not long ago hoisted the Lombardi Trophy. For Hurts, the 2026 campaign will bring his fourth different play caller in four years, and the seventh of his Eagles career. The revolving door at coordinator has become a storyline in itself, raising questions about stability and long-term offensive identity in Philadelphia.
Speculation about Patullo’s replacement is already swirling. Early reports suggest the Eagles are eyeing several high-profile candidates, including former Giants head coach Brian Daboll, ex-Commanders offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury, and recently dismissed Chargers OC Greg Roman. The urgency is real, as other teams with vacancies are also courting top offensive minds.
As for Patullo, team sources indicate he could remain on staff in another capacity, though nothing has been finalized. Regardless of his next step, his five-year tenure in Philadelphia is remembered for both highs—helping construct a Super Bowl-caliber passing attack—and a final season that simply failed to deliver on lofty expectations.
The Eagles now face a pivotal offseason, tasked with retooling an offense that should be among the NFL’s elite. The next coordinator will inherit a talented roster hungry to return to the league’s summit, but with little margin for error in a city that demands results. For Philadelphia, the clock is ticking, and all eyes are on the next chapter in their quest for offensive excellence.
