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Philadelphia Eagles headquarters has a new name

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The Philadelphia Eagles’ base of operations, which includes the team’s practice facility, on the northwest corner of Broad Street and Pattison Avenue is no longer called the “NovaCare Complex.”

After 25 years of holding that name since it originally opened, Eagles headquarters is now officially titled: Jefferson Health Training Complex.

More details from the press release:

The Philadelphia Eagles have announced an expansion of their longstanding healthcare partnerships with Jefferson Health and Select Medical under its NovaCare Rehabilitation brand, bringing together two of the region’s most respected healthcare providers in a renewed, collaborative commitment to the health and well-being of the Greater Philadelphia community.

As part of the multi-year extensions, Jefferson Health will be given the naming rights to the team’s South Philadelphia practice facility – renamed the Jefferson Health Training Complex – and will continue to serve as the patch sponsor of the team’s practice jerseys. NovaCare Rehabilitation will remain as the team’s Official Physical Therapy Partner.

“Jefferson Health Training Complex” certainly doesn’t roll off the tongue the way that “NovaCare” does. But, hey, this is our reality now.

I’m guessing a lot of people are still just going to call it “NovaCare.”

For those who do adapt, what’s the abbreviated version you like? The Jeff Complex? Jeff Health Complex? Something else?

JHTC is simple enough for abbreviating in text form but weird to say out loud.

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Eagles News: Keep Jaelan Phillips in Philly?

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PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - NOVEMBER 28: Jaelan Phillips #50 of the Philadelphia Eagles looks on against the Chicago Bears at Lincoln Financial Field on November 28, 2025 in Philadelphia, United States. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images) | Getty Images

Eagles Question of the Day:


Is there a free agent you really want the Eagles to sign? Whether it’s one of their own or from another team. Head over to The Feed and weigh in with your answer and explanation!

Let’s get to the Philadelphia Eagles news and links …

One roster move each NFC team should make during the 2026 NFL offseason – NFL.com
Keep Jaelan Phillips in Philly. GM Howie Roseman has several big decisions to make this offseason as we head to free agency. Keeping Phillips from leaving town is No. 1 in my book. From the moment the pass rusher arrived in Philadelphia, the defense hit another level. In Week 10 onward, Phillips led the Eagles with 34 QB pressures after the unit had struggled to get after the passer consistently while dealing with injuries. Philly would have to replace that production regardless, so keeping a player Roseman knows fits Vic Fangio’s scheme should be the priority, particularly given past misses (see: Bryce Huff). If you chose to make finding a long-term replacement for Lane Johnson your top priority, I understand.

Ranking the Top 50 NFL Free Agents of 2026 – The Ringer
3) Jaelan Phillips. The Eagles got away with highway robbery by acquiring Phillips from the Dolphins for a third-round pick at the trade deadline in November. His first two games in Philly came against two of the league’s better offensive tackles, the Packers’ Zach Tom and the Lions’ Penei Sewell, and Phillips still made his presence felt right away, with 12 pressures and a sack in his first two games. He has an ideal frame, great strength, and terrifying explosiveness, making him a dream fit as a stand-up rusher who can line up anywhere in Vic Fangio’s defense. Phillips can blow through and by tackles, and he often manhandles tight ends into the backfield when given the opportunity. Phillips ranked sixth in total pressures (41) after joining the Eagles in Week 10.

2026 NFL free agency: Best team fits for the top 50 players – ESPN
5) Jaelan Phillips, Edge. Best team fit: Philadelphia Eagles. Phillips was traded to the Eagles at the deadline, and they can try to re-sign him. With his 6-foot-5 frame and improved range in coordinator Vic Fangio’s defense, Phillips could continue to play as a disruptive pass rusher who can also set an edge to the run front. Over his five-year career, Phillips has accounted for 28 sacks and 150 pressures.

Tough Evaluations – Iggles Blitz
Edge rusher is another spot where things are lean in terms of numbers. Jalyx Hunt is an ascending player and it will be fun to see just how good he can be. Injuries limited Nolan Smith to 12 games last year. He had 3 sacks and 11 QB hits. Do the Eagles see him as a starter? Would he be better coming off the bench? Jaelan Phillips helped the defense in a big way after his arrival. I’m sure the Eagles would love to have him back, at the right price. He started 8 games for the Eagles and finished with 2 sacks and 8 QB hits. He was more disruptive and impactful than those numbers show. The question is how much he’s worth. If the Eagles are able to keep Phillips, edge isn’t a priority position. If they lose him and don’t add anyone of significance, then edge needs to be a priority. The Eagles do need to add a player or two to this position. They went with cheap free agents last year and that didn’t work too well. This might be a time to spend a pick on rush help.

Eagles reportedly reassign pass game coordinator to QB coach – BGN
As you can see, he overlapped with Nick Sirianni in Indy from 2018-2020. He also has some experience calling plays since he did that in an interim role during the 2022 season after Frank Reich got fired by the Colts. It was previously reported that the Eagles had interest in hiring long-time assistant Greg Olson (not Greg Olsen) as their quarterbacks coach. They also reportedly interviewed Arizona Cardinals pass game specialist Connor Senger for this role.

2026 NFL free agency: Kirk Cousins, Alvin Kamara among notable NFC cut candidates – NFL.com
MICHAEL CARTER II: Howie Roseman is arguably the best GM in the business, especially when it comes to value-maximized trades. So when he acquired Carter from the Jets in October, I didn’t ask questions. Here’s the issue: Carter played just 20% of the snaps after joining Philly and finished the year with a rather terrible 48.6 coverage grade from PFF (108th among 118 CBs with 250+ snaps), as well as 11.2 yards per target and a 102.7 passer rating allowed, according to Next Gen Stats. He’s a good run-defending corner, but Philly plays in a division with talented passers Dak Prescott, Jayden Daniels and Jaxson Dart (with John Harbaugh at the helm). Ultimately, the Birds can cut Carter for $8.7 million in cap space and rock with Quinyon Mitchell and Adoree’ Jackson on the outside (though they’ll need to re-sign Jackson before he becomes a free agent in March) and Cooper DeJean in the slot. By all accounts, Carter should be the odd man out this offseason.

ESPN proposes AJ Brown trade to the Broncos – Mile High Report
Trading for Brown would give the Broncos a legitimate WR1 on paper, but it would come with some risk. Brown had a down year for the Eagles and had some bad drops in their playoff loss. Also, there are some character and locker room concerns there, but maybe a change of scenery will be best for Brown, as the Eagles were a bit of a mess this past season. Personally, I think the Broncos are giving up a bit too much in this proposed trade. They would be taking on a big-money deal and a player coming off a down year. Giving up a defensive starter AND a 2nd round pick seems like a bit much for me. Switch that 2nd rounder to the early 4th rounder, and we have a deal.

Albert Breer’s Takeaways: How the Raiders Landed on Klint Kubiak As Head Coach – SI
Speaking of the Eagles, I’d maintain that Jeff Stoutland will be one of the toughest coaches for any team to replace this offseason (and that includes head coaches). Maybe that sounds like a little much. I promise you, it’s not. Stoutland was imported to Philly from Alabama by Chip Kelly in 2013. Since … And one of those guys, Mailata, was his masterpiece—an Australian rugby player with freakish athleticism that Stoutland transformed into a dominant lineman, and one who essentially erased the team’s 2019 first-round miss on Washington State OT Andre Dillard. So why did this end when it did? Stoutland has now worked with three head coaches and a staggering seven offensive coordinators. How his role would be set up under an eighth coordinator, 32-year-old Sean Mannion, was up for debate, and with moving parts around him again, my sense is his spot as the team’s run-game coordinator was part of this. Now, the Eagles will move forward with former NFL lineman Chris Kuper, who was let go by Minnesota, as line coach, and with 38-year-old tight ends coach Ryan Mahaffey, who is coming over from Green Bay with Mannion, coordinating the run game. It’s more change for Nick Sirianni, and he’s endured a lot over his five years in charge for a coach who’s been to two Super Bowls and won one. I’d say this one probably stings a little more. The Eagles have had four linemen make first-team All-Pro (Jason Kelce, Jason Peters, Evan Mathis, Lane Johnson), with Kelce making it six times and Johnson making it twice. They’ve also had a second-team All-Pro (Jordan Mailata). He’s had a Pro Bowler in all 13 of his seasons. In the midst of all that, he replaced Hall of Fame candidates at left tackle (Peters) and center (Kelce) with seventh- and second-round picks (Mailata, Cam Jurgens).

Eagles announce expanded healthcare partnerships with Jefferson Health and Select Medical’s NovaCare Rehabilitation – PhiladelphiaEagles.com
The Philadelphia Eagles have announced an expansion of their longstanding healthcare partnerships with Jefferson Health and Select Medical under its NovaCare Rehabilitation brand, bringing together two of the region’s most respected healthcare providers in a renewed, collaborative commitment to the health and well-being of the Greater Philadelphia community. As part of the multi-year extensions, Jefferson Health will be given the naming rights to the team’s South Philadelphia practice facility – renamed the Jefferson Health Training Complex – and will continue to serve as the patch sponsor of the team’s practice jerseys. NovaCare Rehabilitation will remain as the team’s Official Physical Therapy Partner.

NFL franchise tags 2026: How they work and players like George Pickens who could be tagged – SB Nation
Players to watch this season? George Pickens, WR, Dallas Cowboys. The first player to watch in this category is Dallas Cowboys WR George Pickens. If for no other reason than the fact it keeps the Cowboys in the news cycle, as we know owner Jerry Jones loves to see. (See Parsons, Micah). When it comes to Pickens, all involved parties from quarterback Dak Prescott, coach Brian Schottenheimer, Jones, to Pickens himself have stated that they want the WR to remain in Dallas. But using the tag might be the first step on the way to a long-term deal.

Why the Cowboys must prioritize re-signing Jadeveon Clowney – Blogging The Boys
Clowney played on a low-cost $3.5 million deal last year. His price will go up this offseason with projections running around $8 million, which is still a bargain for what he gives you. The problem is, he hasn’t been able to string together two consecutive good seasons since his days in Houston. He’ll need to hope for better luck in the health department to buck that trend. With Jerry Jones notorious for massaging contracts with per-game bonuses, the Cowboys could find a way to protect their investment while still offering him a reasonable deal. Retaining Clowney is crucial for a team that has a lot of work to do as they transition to a new era of pass-rushing talent. The Cowboys are banking on second-year player Donovan Ezeiruka taking the next step, as well as adding one of the top collegiate pass rushers in this year’s draft, but mixing that with Clowney’s leadership is invaluable. Keeping him in the building ensures that the young stars have a blueprint for success right in their own locker room while keeping a veteran’s presence in the pass-rushing rotation.

Three free agent Edge defenders the Washington Commanders could target in 2026 – Hogs Haven
Josh Uche, 27, Eagles. Josh Uche’s double digit sack season with the Patriots seems like a long time ago, but the second-round selection from Michigan is still only 28 years old. His production has diminished over the last few years, with the Eagles looking like another failed stop in his career. Undersized, Uche doesn’t offer much in the run game, but as a pass rushing specialist he could be an effective rotational player as a buy-low free agent. Uche is best utilized as a 3-4 OLB but has played in 4-3 fronts in New England before being traded to the Chiefs in 2024, with Jerod Mayo citing Uche as a poor scheme and culture fit. Kansas City added him to their rushing attack on the way to the Super Bowl, but after the season Andy Reid admitted he was not a good fit there. The Eagles signed Uche to a budget deal, but he was the odd man out in the edge room, and Philadelphia traded for Jaelen Phillips at the deadline. The Eagles are not expected to re-sign him.

NY Giants free agency 2026: 5 wide receivers to consider – Big Blue View
JuJu Smith-Schuster, KC. I’m not including JuJu Smith-Schuster solely because of his familiarity with Matt Nagy, but also as a potential depth slot option if the Giants decide not to re-sign Wan’Dale Robinson. Smith-Schuster isn’t the most dynamic receiver at this stage of his career, but at 29, he remains a dependable 11-personnel piece who can block effectively from the slot. Over the past two seasons with the Kansas City Chiefs, he has totaled 55 receptions on 73 targets for 652 yards and three touchdowns. Realistically, after investing in Darius Slayton last offseason, the Giants may prioritize wide receivers through the draft while bringing in cost-effective veterans to compete for the final receiver spots. Smith-Schuster fits that mold — an affordable option who can handle slot snaps or shift outside if the team wants to utilize a power-slot look with Malik Nabers, similar to how Kansas City deployed Rashee Rice.



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Eagles News: Cam Jurgens travels to South America in search of healing

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Sep 4, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles center Cam Jurgens (51) against the Dallas Cowboys at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images | Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Eagles Question of the Day:


To what extent are you confident that Cam Jurgens will bounce back in 2026? Do you think they should invest in a contingency plan at center? Head over to The Feed and weigh in with your answer and explanation!

Let’s get to the Philadelphia Eagles news and links …

Eagles’ Cam Jurgens Was In Colombia For A ‘Health Reset Week’ – SI
Eagles Pro Bowl center Cam Jurgens confirmed via his Instagram Page that he was recently in Medellin, Colombia, for a “health reset week” at bioXcellerator. Self-described as “a leader in customized cell therapy and research with a focus on alternative methods of healing for individuals who face chronic disorders,” bioXcellerator has a corporate office in Arizona, but its treatment center is in Colombia due to the strict regulation of stem-cell treatments in the United States. Jurgens went through an injury-plagued season in 2025 while recovering from back surgery and also missing three games with a right knee injury that required playing with a bulky brace when the Nebraska product returned.

The Sean Mannion Offense: Part 2: The Run Game – BGN
For the Eagles to return to the NFL’s elite, Mannion must move away from the “we are simply more talented up front than you” style of run game that we have seen in recent seasons. If he can successfully install a cohesive, run-first infrastructure that ties to the passing game, this offense will be much harder to defend. Without that marriage, the offense risks remaining a collection of talented individuals rather than a strong overall unit. Studies have shown that pass rushers are less effective against under-center passes because they expect a run. The idea of this offense is that the run is never just about the run. We will get to play-action next time!

A.J. Brown trade partner power rankings – PhillyVoice
A.J. Brown might get traded this offseason. He might not. We’ll see. But certainly, there isn’t a team in the NFL that thinks he’s an untouchable player, and the Philadelphia Eagles will get offers. There also happen to be no shortage of teams who make sense as a potential landing spot, particularly in the AFC. And so, let’s rank Brown’s most likely new teams, should the Birds trade him. 1) New England Patriots. The Patriots reportedly made an offer for Brown at the trade deadline last season, but there was no way the Eagles were going to deal him at that time, as it didn’t make sense from a financial or football standpoint. So, you know, we already know there’s interest there. And the Pats certainly could have used Brown, as their offense sputtered throughout the playoffs. Their leading postseason receivers were… (checks notes)… Kayshon Boutte and Mack Hollins. 😬 A player like Brown – plus other additions to the offensive line – could help maximize the Pats’ chances of getting back to the Super Bowl again in 2026, which is the last season that Drake Maye is guaranteed to still be on his rookie contract.

Lifting the A.J. Brown Moratorium to Look at Prediction Market Trade Destinations – Crossing Broad
It’s a big cap hit to lose a great player. Howie would need to bring back a nice return to make A.J.’s departure palatable. A lot is riding on how much the addition of Sean Mannion and Josh Grizzard has affected things behind the scenes. Is A.J. happy with the changes on the offensive staff? What about Jalen Hurts? We have no clue at this point in time, but trading “yes” at 40% returns $25 for a $10 wager. If you’re bullish on A.J. sticking around and think the rumors are bullshit, this is a good price to get in on.

Staff Updates – Iggles Blitz
This move came as a surprise to many. With a new offensive scheme and a new offensive coordinator, most people expected an outside candidate to get the job. Sean Mannion has been putting together the offensive staff so this would seem to be his choice. Frazier is an interesting choice. He spent three years working with Nick Sirianni in Indianapolis. Frazier joined the Eagles last year so he has worked with Jalen Hurts. He was with Miami in 2024 so he’s been part of the Shanahan offense. Frazier checks a lot of boxes. With all the change Hurts has had to deal with in terms of coaches, there is something to be said for keeping a familiar face around to help him learn and adjust to the new offense. With Mannion being a new OC, some wanted a veteran coach in this spot. There is an argument for that. But it isn’t a requirement. I think there is something to be said for going with young coaches and trying to find the next “guy”. Besides, the Eagles can still add a veteran assistant and give him some hybrid title if they think experience is needed.

From Jaelan Phillips to Brandon Graham, which Eagles free agents could return? – The Athletic
The issue for the Eagles? Phillips is one of the top free agents in an uninspiring class, even with only five combined sacks last season. He’s 6-foot-5, 266 pounds with athleticism, scheme versatility and draft pedigree. Those players tend to get paid. The question is how his injury history factors into an evaluation. If he’s paid in the inflation-adjusted range of Chase Young ($17 million per year), that could be a shrewd signing for the Eagles. If he’s around (or above) the deal Kansas City’s George Karlaftis signed before the season, the contract will push toward the $23-$25 million range, considering players are often rewarded when reaching the open market. That could be a harder neighborhood to shop. He’s an in-his-prime player at a premium position, and the Eagles don’t yet need to pay Jalyx Hunt and Nolan Smith, so it would make sense for them to try to find a deal if they can stomach the injury risk. They’ll have a walk-away number — and Phillips might exceed it. If the price pushes too high, the Eagles would be in line for a favorable compensatory pick in 2027 if they don’t make an external signing to cancel it out.

2026 NFL offseason: Players who need a change of scenery – ESPN
MICHAEL CARTER: Carter was near the top of the league in my coverage DVOA metric as the nickelback for the 2023 Jets. He sustained injuries in 2024, and New York traded him to the Eagles in the middle of last season. However, he is kind of wasted playing behind Cooper DeJean, and Carter barely saw the field for defensive snaps after the Eagles acquired him in October. Carter might still be able to be the lead nickel for another team, but I’m guessing the Eagles would not get much for him in the trade market.

Eagles WR DeVonta Smith’s celebrity softball game will return to Allentown in May – Inquirer
Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith will host his fifth celebrity softball game in Allentown on May 2, the Lehigh Valley IronPigs announced Monday. The event will take place at Coca-Cola Park, the IronPigs’ home stadium. Smith had another successful campaign for the Eagles, recording 1,008 receiving yards and four touchdowns on 77 receptions. It was the third time Smith has topped 1,000 yards in a season. The softball game will feature some of Smith’s teammates, friends, and other NFL players. A home run derby will take place at 1:30 p.m. followed by the softball game at 3 p.m.

2026 NFL franchise tag primer: Candidates to watch while window is open – NFL.com
GEORGE PICKENS: There is almost no doubt that Pickens is going to be tagged. Traded from Pittsburgh to Dallas last May, he had a career season, logging 93 receptions for 1,429 yards and nine touchdowns in the final year of his rookie contract. He also helped free up CeeDee Lamb in the pass game, and Stephen Jones has said the Cowboys want Pickens in Dallas. This should be a placeholder as the sides work toward a long-term deal, but the Cowboys have also shown a willingness to trade top players for draft picks. You can’t rule anything out, but it seems like Pickens will be a Cowboy.

ESPN suggests Dallas Cowboys trade Kenny Clark to Cincinnati Bengals – Blogging The Boys
The Dallas Cowboys have a lot of decisions to make this offseason. We can (rightfully) talk about decisions to keep or move on from players like Javonte Williams. There is obviously the George Pickens situation to tend to. While there are varying degrees of what is a big deal and a small situation, the ultimate reality is that there are plenty of decisions to come to terms to. One of the discussions the Cowboys are likely having has to do with defensive tackle Kenny Clark. This may sound a bit out of nowhere given that Clark was acquired in the trade that sent Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers, and that the Cowboys raved about how much they loved Clark, but the reality of the situation was always in the details.

We’re hiring: Team Site producer, Hogs Haven – Hogs Haven
Do you love the Commanders and enjoy talking about them on the internet? If so, we have the opportunity for you. [BLG Note: If you have any Washington football team fan friends who might be interested, let them know about this!]

NFL free agency 2026: NY Giants called fits for 2 of ESPN’s top 50 – Big Blue View
Valentine’s View: Bowen follows the crowd in connecting Linderbaum to the Giants. Earlier this offseason, I predicted that the Giants would add Linderbaum after signing Harbaugh as head coach. Nick Falato had Linderbaum at the top of his list of free agent offensive linemen for the Giants to consider this offseason. Harbaugh has said again and again since being hired by the Giants that building in the trenches is a must to compete with the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFC East. I can think of no better way for Harbaugh to show he is serious about doing just that than signing Linderbaum, a three-time Pro Bowler in four NFL seasons, to upgrade the interior of the Giants’ offensive line. John Michael Schmitz is an adequate NFL center. Whatever quibbles you have with Linderbaum, he is a far superior run blocker and marginally superior pass blocker in comparison to Schmitz.

Tennessee Titans new robot uterus logo was spoiled by a football for dogs – SB Nation
The Tennessee Titans are on the verge of a rebrand, and we got a glimpse at the team’s new logo courtesy of a football for dogs. Over the weekend Fanatics posted a new item which seemingly spoiled the logo, and they’ve since pulled the item down.



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Eagles assistant linebackers coach joins the Raiders

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Aug 16, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles helmet on the bench during a game against the Cleveland Browns at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images | Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Philadelphia Eagles assistant linebackers/defensive quality control coach Ronell Williams is not returning for the 2026 season.

The Las Vegas Raiders officially announced they’re hiring the Chester, Pennsylvania native as their new linebackers coach.

Williams previously interviewed for a position on the Dallas Cowboys’ new defensive staff under former Eagles assistant Christian Parker earlier this offseason.

The Raiders’ interest in Williams might have something to do with them employing multiple former Eagles front office members; both Brandon Hunt and Anthony Patch overlapped with Williams in Philly.

The Raiders were also likely interested in the Eagles’ recent success at the linebackers position. Zack Baun was a first-team All-Pro selection in 2024 and he made the Pro Bowl each of the past two seasons. Nakobe Dean, who is a free agent and could conceivably sign with the Raiders, has obviously played at a high level when healthy. 2025 first-round pick Jihaad Campbell showed promise as a rookie and Jeremiah Trotter Jr. has looked good in limited opportunities.

It’s not perfectly clear if Williams’ contract expired or if he was poached away from the Eagles. Either way, Philly will seemingly be looking for a new assistant linebackers coach to help Bobby King.

Williams joins the aforementioned Parker and Tyler Yelk as defensive coaches that left the Eagles this offseason.

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Lane Johnson is officially playing for the Eagles in 2026

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PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - NOVEMBER 05: Lane Johnson #65 of the Philadelphia Eagles walks off the field after a win over the Dallas Cowboys at Lincoln Financial Field on November 05, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images) | Getty Images

Lane Johnson is NOT retiring.

The Philadelphia Eagles’ two-time Super Bowl champion right tackle told the Inquirer’s Jeff McLane that he’s officially returning for his 14th NFL season in 2026.

There was previously speculation that Johnson, who turns 36 in May, might call it a career after finishing the 2025 season injured. Jeff Stoutland’s exit didn’t seem to work in favor of Johnson returning.

But former Eagles running back LeSean McCoy recently claimed that Johnson told him he’s not retiring. NFL insider Adam Schefter also said he expected Johnson to be back.

Not to mention that Johnson would’ve left a lot of money on the table by walking away this offseason.

The Eagles are very happy to have their All-Pro right tackle in place for next season. Especially when there’s uncertainty elsewhere on the offensive line, including as it relates to Stoutland’s replacement: Chris Kuper.

Johnson’s return hardly precludes the Eagles from selecting an offensive tackle as early as the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. They’ve had interest in drafting a potential Johnson successor for multiple years now. The rookie could conceivably serve as a swing tackle before eventually taking over as a starter in the future.

As everyone knows, the Eagles are a much better team with Johnson playing than without him. So, this development is a very encouraging sign for 2026.


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The Sean Mannion Offense: Part 4: Other Concepts

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SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - DECEMBER 15: Special teams coordinator Jay Harbaugh of the Seattle Seahawks and Offensive assistant Sean Mannion of the Green Bay Packers chat prior to the game at Lumen Field on December 15, 2024 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Jane Gershovich/Getty Images) | Getty Images

Full disclaimer: I have no idea what the Eagles’ offense will look like in 2026. Sean Mannion has never called plays over a full NFL season. Josh Grizzard has only done it once. There is no finished product to evaluate yet, no Eagles film to diagnose, no certainty to lean on. However, we can formulate some ideas based on past evidence. There is Mannion’s background inside the Sean McVay–Matt LaFleur–Kyle Shanahan ecosystem. There is his one public play-calling sample at the Shrine Bowl, where he installed an offense under time constraints. There are also years of league-wide data on how this coaching tree builds offenses.

The goal of this short series is not to guess which plays the Eagles will call, but to understand how this staff is likely to think about offense and what we might see from the Eagles next year. With Free Agency and the Draft just around the corner, I figured it’s a good time to get into it, as there may be some key takeaways regarding the type of player the Eagles may target.


PREVIOUSLY IN THIS SERIES: Part 1, Basic Principles | Part 2, The Run Game | Part 3, Play Action

Part 4: Other Concepts​


Across the first three parts of this series, I’ve focused on specific areas. A lot of what I’ve discussed is how the run and pass are tied together, which makes everything easier for the quarterback. However, even the best systems need some classic passing concepts. You need a quarterback to throw it down the field and a receiver to win a contested catch, separate at the catch point, or something to do something special. This article is a bit more random, but I’m trying to focus on some of the concepts and extras I expect.

I think Green Bay’s offense over the past year is more of a ‘greatest hits’ of concepts offense than the Rams have been under McVay, or the 49ers under Shanahan. I think LaFleur is a bit more expansive when it comes to running standalone concepts that aren’t necessarily tied to the running game. It’s why I see the Packers’ offense as a good fit for the Eagles, as it is sort of McVay/Shanahan without being all the way in. They are quite vertical, which suits this current Eagles’ roster.

I had to include these 3 plays against Washington as a great example of an expansive passing game that is really well sequenced. Individually, they are great plays. But when you realize they are called within the same game, they become even better. The use of motion to convey a particular look, and the minor differences across plays, despite them all doing essentially the same thing, is great. Just watch them one by one…

6) What a beauty. A deep seam wheel to the TE for a big gain against clear single-high. Motion pulls the CB, the crosser pulls the safety, and the wheel runs through empty space. Once again, this kind of concept spreads a defense out horizontally and vertically. pic.twitter.com/CnneI7pEOs

— Jonny Page (@JonnyPage9) February 10, 2026
8) Another under-center play-action shot from 12 with the same core idea as the deep shot earlier, but this time it becomes a wide-open corner route. This is fantastic sequencing. The play looks similar to the earlier shot, but this time the corner route is wide open. pic.twitter.com/AMIbUzNXnl

— Jonny Page (@JonnyPage9) February 10, 2026
9) Shotgun version of the same concept for 19 yards, now with the RB in the flat. Same family with different presentation. The Packers were toying with Washington at times in this game! I expect to see good sequencing more of a part of the offense. pic.twitter.com/MWqPu9TzRn

— Jonny Page (@JonnyPage9) February 10, 2026

This is something we just didn’t see from the Eagles last year. On the first play, the crossing route displaces the safety, motion widens the outside defender, and the vertical release arrives through a void created by the other routes. Play 2 is nearly identical, but the offense exploits the defense’s adjustment to that very success, freeing a corner route into a ton of open space. And lastly, they run nearly the same thing as play 1 with a route in the flat to put the flat defender in a bind. It’s beautiful.

These plays are not independent calls. These vertical shots function more as connected families than as isolated designs. The purpose of sequencing is not simply to create one explosive play. It is to alter how the defense interprets every snap that follows. This is different from how the Eagles have viewed offensive football of late.

In terms of other concepts, the Packers do an excellent job targeting the intermediate area of the field, especially outside the numbers. They throw outside more than in the intermediate area of the middle of the field, which is why I’m bullish on this system working for Hurts. Here, a simple timing comeback from shotgun succeeds through rhythm and leverage alone, independent of motion or play action.

3) A standard comeback from shotgun. The ball is out right as the receiver hits the break. Just because they use the middle of the field more, I expect Hurts to love a lot of the outside-the-numbers intermediate routes that they run, too. They do a great job spreading a defense… pic.twitter.com/a1FelATFfJ

— Jonny Page (@JonnyPage9) February 10, 2026

The Packers do a good job of testing a defense’s rules by their use of personnel and formation, too. Jumbo personnel to take a deep shot? Why not…

20) Some Malik Willis film. The first play of the game was from jumbo personnel, attacking predictable single-high with a deep outside shot and multiple answers underneath. Make it easy for your QB! pic.twitter.com/ZifGrNUbd2

— Jonny Page (@JonnyPage9) February 10, 2026

The Eagles struggled against two-high zone coverage last year. They didn’t have answers. How about isolating a linebacker in coverage through the use of your formation and route concept? What a lovely idea…

15) Beautiful 3-on-2 zone beater where the post clears space and the trailing WR spins into a wheel for an 18-yard TD on a linebacker. I loved seeing them use Empty, as we know that Hurts excels. This is where understanding the defensive rules and using them against them is so… pic.twitter.com/HUccOTDGPZ

— Jonny Page (@JonnyPage9) February 10, 2026

The design succeeds because it uses the defense’s own rules against it, forcing a conflict that cannot be resolved within the coverage’s structure. This is just good offensive football.

Quarterback movement introduces another answer to the same problem. Against Baltimore, a designed rollout places the primary route directly within the passer’s line of sight, reducing the complexity of the read while still attacking downfield space.

23) I love getting the QB on the move! Designed rollout to the right with a wheel coming open directly in the QB’s line of sight. Movement used to simplify the read and cut the field in half for the QB. pic.twitter.com/7OhFSK8UPc

— Jonny Page (@JonnyPage9) February 10, 2026

Movement in this context is not improvisation; it is structure extending beyond the pocket. This is another weapon that you can use to attack defenses with a mobile quarterback.

I’ve mentioned the Packers’ use of intermediate outside-the-number routes. Expect to see a lot of Flood and 4-strong concepts next year. They like to cut the field in half and flood one area, which is a good way of stressing modern zone coverages. This is a big part of their identity. I don’t see Jordan Love (or Malik Willis when he played) as a genius post-snap who can eliminate reads at an elite level. Similarly, I don’t want Hurts taking full field reads where he has to get to a backside dig within the timing of the play. That’s a tough way to live in the modern NFL.

24) Under-center play-action with a deep comeback, stressing the intermediate zone. This offense does a great job stretching you horizontally and vertically. pic.twitter.com/BYADsRYmDw

— Jonny Page (@JonnyPage9) February 10, 2026
19) I bet you can't believe it's taken me this long to post this! Classic boot off under-center outside zone for a nice gain. We saw this boot with flood concept a lot in the Shrine Bowl! If Mannion’s influence is real, you’ll see this exact picture a lot in 2026. pic.twitter.com/d4iCTH4vPe

— Jonny Page (@JonnyPage9) February 10, 2026

Yes, Hurts will need to hit the intermediate middle-of-the-field more. He will need to get used to under-center play action. There may be a learning curve, but I am willing to give it time. The Packers’ offense does stuff like this, but they also do a lot of RPOs and concepts Hurts is used to.

Been watching a ton of Packers film of late… so here's a thread of somethings I expect to see from the Eagles next season. 1) This is classic Packers structure. Under-center play-action with the TE in the backfield opens a huge void in the intermediate middle of the field for… pic.twitter.com/hNaEUdgL8J

— Jonny Page (@JonnyPage9) February 10, 2026

Access to that area forces defenses to defend the full width of the field, preventing the kind of sideline-condensed coverage structures that have too often limited Philadelphia’s recent passing efficiency. Even if Hurts does this only a little, it will be an improvement over the past year.

Overall, I hope I’ve given you a little insight into this offense. Sequencing can create explosives. Structure can simplify reads. Motion can make things easier for a QB. But, despite everything I’ve said about the scheme, always remember that the most talented teams often win a lot of games. A lot of Mannion’s success will come down to whether the Eagles can build an offense that suits what he wants to do.

The move toward more under-center runs, outside-zone looks, and play action should create a better offensive environment, one less dependent on late-down improvisation and more capable of sustaining efficiency across drives. But the ceiling of that environment will still be defined by talent. The more I watch the Packers, the more I like the hire of Mannion, because I think the Packers’ offense is a great blend of the McVay/Shanahan tree, with a lot of concepts that Hurts is familiar with already. LaFleur does not run a straight-up Shanahan offense. He is more in tune with modern spread concepts that Hurts already enjoys.

Despite all the positivity, remember what I said at the start … I have no idea what the Eagles’ offense will look like in 2026. Sean Mannion has never called plays over a full NFL season. Josh Grizzard has only done it once. There is no finished product to evaluate yet, no Eagles film to diagnose, no certainty to lean on.

But hey, it’s February, I’m choosing to be positive for now…

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