At a Glance
- Howie Roseman interrupted Thursday’s press conference to praise Nick Sirianni as “elite at being a head coach”
- The Eagles will hire their fifth offensive coordinator in six years under Sirianni this offseason
- Roseman says Sirianni gives assistants freedom to “put their own spin on things”
- Why it matters: The public show of support comes as fans and media again question what Sirianni actually controls on game day
Howie Roseman rarely speaks at length in end-of-season press conferences, but on Thursday he made an exception, breaking in to deliver a pointed defense of Nick Sirianni as the Eagles begin another search for an offensive coordinator.
Roseman’s Rare Interjection
Midway through Sirianni’s session with reporters, the head coach was asked whether the next coordinator would be allowed to hire his own staff. Before Sirianni could finish, Roseman cut in.
“I just would say, with coach, I mean, I’ve got a lot of things that I’d like to say about Coach and the job that he’s done here,” Roseman said. “I’m incredibly proud of him, but he’s shown that when we bring people in that he’s open to doing whatever’s best for this football team, and that all he cares about is winning.”
The general manager continued, listing the qualities the front office values:
- Elite at “building connections with our team”
- Strong in “game management, situational awareness”
- Keeps players “accountable” while “bringing the team together”
Roseman concluded: “When you’re looking for a head coach, those are really the job descriptions… we have one, I mean, we’re starting with a huge advantage.”
According to News Of Philadelphia, the remarks felt pre-planned rather than spontaneous, a direct response to growing outside skepticism about Sirianni’s exact responsibilities.
The Coordinator Carousel
The Eagles have cycled through coordinators since Sirianni’s arrival:
| Year | Offensive Coordinator | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Shane Steichen | Hired as Colts head coach |
| 2022 | Shane Steichen | Same departure |
| 2023 | Brian Johnson | Fired after season |
| 2024 | Kellen Moore | Fired after season |
| 2025 | TBD | Fifth in six years |
Because Sirianni does not call plays, the offense’s success or failure falls on the coordinator, creating a hire-fire-hire loop whenever results dip or rise.
Same Question, Same Answer
The issue first surfaced in January 2024, when the team announced that incoming coordinator Kellen Moore would control the offense. Asked then what Sirianni’s role would be, the coach answered: “The head coach of the football team.”
Two years and two coordinators later, the question returned. Sirianni offered an identical reply Thursday before Roseman stepped in to expand.
Yet the numbers support continuity:
- 70% regular-season win rate
- Five straight playoff berths
- Two Super Bowl trips, one title
Despite the success, the question “What does Nick Sirianni do?” resurfaces every offseason because his strengths-culture building, in-game management, staff cohesion-are less visible than the play-sheet in someone else’s hands.
Key Takeaways
- Roseman used the press conference to publicly endorse Sirianni, calling him “elite” at the non-schematic parts of head coaching
- The Eagles’ structure puts play-calling in the coordinator’s hands, making that position a revolving door
- Sirianni’s 70% win rate and five postseason appearances haven’t silenced doubts about his exact role
- The next coordinator will inherit an offense loaded with talent-and the pressure that comes with being the fifth in six years
