At a Glance
- Kevin Patullo has been dismissed as Philadelphia Eagles offensive coordinator after just one season
- The offense ranked 20th in scoring and 24th in total yards during the 2025 campaign
- Patullo becomes the fifth offensive coordinator in five years under head coach Nick Sirianni
- Why it matters: Jalen Hurts will now work with his seventh different play caller since entering the NFL, raising questions about continuity for the franchise quarterback
The Philadelphia Eagles have terminated offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo, head coach Nick Sirianni announced on Tuesday, Jan. 13, ending a disappointing season that saw the team’s high-powered attack plummet to the bottom third of league rankings.
“I have decided to make a change at offensive coordinator,” Sirianni said in a statement. “I met with Kevin today to discuss the difficult decision, as he is a great coach who has my utmost respect.”
The dismissal comes just two days after Philadelphia’s shocking 22-19 home loss to the San Francisco 49ers in the Wild Card round, a defeat that eliminated the defending Super Bowl champions in the opening playoff round for the first time since their championship run.
Historic Playoff Collapse Seals Fate
Sunday’s defeat marked multiple franchise firsts. It represented the initial time the Eagles lost at home after leading by six or more points entering the fourth quarter. Additionally, it became the first playoff loss at Lincoln Financial Field when holding at least a three-point advantage at halftime.
The offensive struggles that plagued Philadelphia throughout the regular season manifested prominently in the postseason defeat. Quarterback Jalen Hurts managed only 168 passing yards while adding a mere 14 rushing yards, failing to generate explosive plays against a 49ers defense that finished the regular season ranked in the bottom half of most statistical categories.
According to NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo, there’s a possibility Patullo could remain with the organization in a reduced capacity, though no official determination has been made regarding his future role.
Statistical Regression Across The Board
Patullo, who received his promotion to offensive coordinator in February after serving four seasons as Sirianni’s passing game coordinator, oversaw an attack that never found consistency. The unit finished 20th in scoring, averaging just 20.9 points per game – matching the franchise’s lowest output since 2012 when Andy Reid’s final team managed 17.5 points per contest.
The breakdown reveals widespread struggles:
- 24th in total yards gained
- 23rd in passing offense
- 24th on third-down conversions
- 18th in rushing yards
Philadelphia scored 19 or fewer points in seven consecutive games against playoff qualifiers, including Sunday’s wildcard defeat. The team managed more than 19 points just once against opponents with winning records – a Week 3 victory over the Los Angeles Rams.
Despite possessing the sixth-highest offensive payroll in football according to Spotrac, the Eagles couldn’t replicate previous success. Star receivers A.J. Brown and Saquon Barkley both surpassed 1,000 yards but required extraordinary efforts to reach those benchmarks, with neither approaching career-best form.
Second-Half Woes Define Season
Perhaps no statistic better captures the offensive futility than second-half production. Patullo’s group failed to score touchdowns after halftime on six separate occasions, including the season-ending loss to San Francisco.
The pattern became predictable: strong opening quarters followed by virtual disappearance as games progressed. Philadelphia scored fewer than 20 points in nine of their final 14 contests, watching leads evaporate regularly as opposing defenses adjusted.
During the team’s 4-0 September surge, the offense averaged 24 points per game. That number dropped to 20.2 over the subsequent 14 matchups, coinciding with a pedestrian 7-7 record during that stretch.
Constant Change Under Sirianni
Patullo’s departure continues unprecedented turnover within Sirianni’s offensive brain trust. Since taking over in 2021, the head coach will now search for his fifth different offensive coordinator:
- Shane Steichen (2021-2022)
- Brian Johnson (2023)
- Kellen Moore (2024)
- Kevin Patullo (2025)
This revolving door creates additional challenges for Jalen Hurts, who has worked with seven play callers during his professional career. The only consistency came during Steichen’s tenure, the lone offensive coordinator to hold the position for multiple seasons.
Hurts hasn’t hidden his frustration with the constant adjustments required. The quarterback frequently references the value of continuity when discussing offensive success, noting how challenging development becomes when systems change annually.
Quarterback Struggles Contribute To Downfall
While not solely responsible for the offensive decline, Hurts’ performance raised legitimate concerns about his development. The 2025 campaign saw him throw for 185 or fewer yards in a league-high nine games – most by an Eagles quarterback since Ron Jaworski in 1979.
His 168-yard playoff performance continued concerning trends. The dual-threat weapon that once terrorized defenses became increasingly one-dimensional, with designed runs disappearing from the game plan as weeks progressed.
Hurts finished with respectable overall statistics but lacked the game-changing moments that defined his breakthrough seasons. The connection with Brown appeared forced rather than natural, while Barkley’s integration never reached the level expected when the team signed him to a lucrative free-agent contract.
History Of Coaching Success
Prior to his Philadelphia struggles, Patullo built a reputation as an innovative offensive mind during stops across the league. The 44-year-old began his coaching career as a quality control assistant with Kansas City in 2007, followed by opportunities with Buffalo, Tennessee, and the New York Jets.
He spent one season at Texas A&M before reuniting with Frank Reich and Nick Sirianni in Indianapolis during 2018. Their collaboration proved successful, helping develop the Colts’ offensive identity around a power running game and play-action concepts.
That relationship continued when Sirianni earned the Philadelphia head coaching position, bringing Patullo aboard as passing game coordinator. His promotion seemed natural following successful seasons working alongside various offensive coordinators.
Fan Frustration Boils Over
The offensive struggles didn’t go unnoticed by the passionate Philadelphia fan base. Following a late November home loss to Chicago, frustrated supporters took their disappointment to extreme measures – literally. Patullo’s Moorestown, New Jersey residence became the target of an egg-throwing incident that required police intervention.
While such actions represent unacceptable behavior, they highlight the intensity surrounding football in Philadelphia. Expectations soared after the team’s Super Bowl victory, making the dramatic regression even more difficult for supporters to accept.
Looking Ahead
Sirianni now faces perhaps his most critical offseason since arriving in Philadelphia. Finding the right offensive coordinator could determine whether the Eagles return to championship contention or continue their downward trajectory.
The head coach defended Patullo throughout the season’s difficulties, consistently maintaining that offensive issues extended beyond any individual coach or player. That support waned following Sunday’s embarrassing playoff exit, leading to Tuesday’s decision.
Philadelphia possesses significant talent on offense, with Hurts, Brown, and Barkley forming a core that should compete with any unit league-wide. Whether a new voice can unlock that potential remains the critical question facing an organization desperate to return to football’s biggest stage.
Key Takeaways:
- Kevin Patullo’s firing continues unprecedented coordinator turnover under Nick Sirianni
- The Eagles’ offense ranked in the bottom third of nearly every major statistical category during 2025
- Jalen Hurts will now work with his seventh different play caller as a professional
- Philadelphia scored 19 or fewer points in seven straight games against playoff teams
- The search for stability on offense continues after five coordinators in five seasons
