Eagles' Defense Undergoes Major Changes Following Poor Performance

Following a disappointing season, the Philadelphia Eagles have fired defensive coordinator Sean Desai and senior defensive assistant Matt Patricia will not return, signaling a major overhaul in the team's defensive strategy.

Eagles' defensive coordinator Sean Desai has been fired and senior defensive assistant Matt Patricia will not return next season.
The Eagles' defense allowed a 60.8% completion rate from opposing quarterbacks in the regular season, a significant increase from the previous season's 50% rate.
The team's pass rush dropped significantly, with the Eagles finishing the 2023 season with 43 sacks, a significant decrease from the previous year's 70.
The Eagles' defense ranked 30th in the league in points per game (25.1), a roughly five-point increase on average from 2022.
The Eagles' secondary needs a total rebuild, with poor coverage and tackling being key issues.