At a Glance
- Eagles win 13-12 over Bills after a shutout second half
- Coach Nick Sirianni blames himself for the offense’s collapse
- Offense dropped from 174 yards and 10 first downs to 16 yards and 1 first down
Why it matters: Fans and analysts see the coaching staff’s approach to play-calling and in-game adjustments.
The Philadelphia Eagles edged the Buffalo Bills 13-12 on Sunday, but the win was marred by a dramatic second-half collapse that left the offense stagnant. Head coach Nick Sirianni publicly accepted responsibility, saying he must step up his play-calling and communication with offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo.
Sirianni Takes Ownership
Nick Sirianni stated:
> “I have to help. I put it on myself. I have to help with some things there, with some things that I know we want to get called.”
He added that he will be more assertive in what is called on the field, especially in the second half, and that better communication between him and Patullo is essential.
Offensive Performance Breakdown
The first half was productive: 174 yards, 10 first downs, 110 passing yards, 68 receiving yards, and 51 rushing yards. The second half saw only 16 yards and a single first down, with five possessions all ending in punts and four 3-and-outs.
| Metric | First Half | Second Half |
|---|---|---|
| Yards | 174 | 16 |
| First Downs | 10 | 1 |
| Pass Completions | 13/20 | 0/0 |
| Rushing Yards | 51 | 0 |
| Receiving Yards | 68 | 0 |
Sirianni emphasized that the team did not adopt a “13-0 is enough” mindset, but he still feels the coaching staff could have done better in the final period.
Key Takeaways
- Sirianni blames himself for the offensive shutdown after a strong first half.
- Communication gaps between the head coach and offensive coordinator were highlighted.
- Statistical drop from 174 yards and 10 first downs to 16 yards and 1 first down underscores the collapse.
The Eagles’ narrow victory may hold, but the coaching staff’s candid admission points to a need for tighter play-calling and better in-game adjustments moving forward.
