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Jason Kelce Defends Jalen Hurts as Eagles Launch Search for Veteran Play-Caller

The veteran center says responsibility for Philadelphia’s offensive slide extends beyond one coordinator.

Overview

  • After a season of middling results and a wild-card exit, the Eagles moved on from offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo as Nick Sirianni framed the change as part of offensive growth.
  • Kelce publicly rejected claims that Jalen Hurts cannot handle complex schemes, citing past success under Shane Steichen and Kellen Moore.
  • He pointed to injuries, including Lane Johnson’s extended absence, and a diminished run game that limited Saquon Barkley as key factors in the decline.
  • Patullo’s first season as an NFL play-caller ended with the offense ranking 19th in scoring, 24th in total yards, and 13th in EPA per play.
  • Sirianni is pursuing an experienced play-caller, with reports linking Brian Daboll and Mike McDaniel, as Hurts enters his sixth season with a seventh play-caller.