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Sirianni Reaffirms Patullo as Eagles Play-Caller Despite Outcry After 21-Point Collapse

Sirianni cites the risk of late-season disruption after the 2023 Desai switch.

Overview

  • Sirianni said he has not considered taking play-calling from first-year coordinator Kevin Patullo.
  • The stance follows a 24-21 loss in Dallas in which Philadelphia squandered a 21-point lead and failed to score after halftime.
  • Under Patullo the offense ranks 17th in points per game and 24th in yards, with offensive-only scoring tied for 20th at 22 points.
  • Former quarterback Nick Foles and local voices such as NBC Sports Philadelphia’s Reuben Frank criticized the scheme and called for a different play-caller.
  • Team analysts highlight injuries and execution issues plus the cautionary 2023 Desai demotion as reasons a late switch could do more harm on a short week.