Eagles Fire Offensive Coordinator Patullo After Playoff Loss

Philadelphia's offense struggled mightily in 2026 after a Super Bowl win, leading to a coaching shakeup.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 8:09pm by

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The Philadelphia Eagles have announced that they are parting ways with offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo following a turbulent 2026 season that saw the team's offense decline sharply after their Super Bowl LIX victory. Head coach Nick Sirianni acknowledged the team's offensive struggles and took responsibility, but ultimately decided a change at coordinator was necessary. Many players, including star wide receiver A.J. Brown and running back Saquon Barkley, voiced frustrations with the offense's performance and usage throughout the year.

Why it matters

The Eagles' offense was a major strength in recent seasons, but took a significant step back in 2026 under Patullo's leadership as play-caller. This led to growing discontent among players and fans, ultimately resulting in Patullo's dismissal. The team now faces the challenge of finding a new offensive coordinator to help get their high-powered attack back on track and return to the Super Bowl.

The details

Patullo was informed of the decision to part ways after the Eagles' wild-card playoff loss to the San Francisco 49ers. While Sirianni praised Patullo's contributions over the past five years, he acknowledged the need for a change at offensive coordinator. The Eagles' offense struggled mightily in 2026, finishing 19th in scoring and 24th in total yards - a far cry from their top-10 rankings in those categories from 2022-2024. Star players like A.J. Brown and Saquon Barkley publicly voiced frustrations with the offense's performance and usage throughout the season.

  • The Eagles informed Patullo of the decision to part ways on April 12, 2026.
  • The Eagles suffered a wild-card playoff loss to the San Francisco 49ers in the 2026 season.

The players

Kevin Patullo

The former offensive coordinator of the Philadelphia Eagles, who was dismissed from his role after the 2026 season.

Nick Sirianni

The head coach of the Philadelphia Eagles, who took responsibility for the team's offensive struggles and decided to make a change at offensive coordinator.

A.J. Brown

The star wide receiver for the Philadelphia Eagles, who publicly voiced frustrations with the offense's performance and usage throughout the 2026 season.

Saquon Barkley

The star running back for the Philadelphia Eagles, who struggled with consistency in 2026 and was below his usual yards per carry mark.

Jalen Hurts

The quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles, who declined to comment directly on Patullo's future after the team's playoff loss.

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What they’re saying

“I have decided to make a change at offensive coordinator. I met with Kevin today to discuss this difficult decision. He is an excellent coach who has my utmost respect. Kevin has played a vital role in this team's success, not only in terms of game performance but also behind the scenes as a leader for our players and organization. I am confident he will continue to find success in his coaching career.”

— Nick Sirianni, Head Coach, Philadelphia Eagles

“When we fall short of our goals, the responsibility ultimately rests with me.”

— Nick Sirianni, Head Coach, Philadelphia Eagles

“Someone has to take the blame, even if it's not entirely fair.”

— Saquon Barkley, Running Back, Philadelphia Eagles

What’s next

The Eagles will now begin their search for a new offensive coordinator to help revive their high-powered offense and return the team to the Super Bowl. Sirianni has indicated that Patullo may remain on the coaching staff in a different role.

The takeaway

The Eagles' decision to part ways with offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo highlights the ongoing instability and pressure within the organization to maintain their offensive excellence. While the team still has a talented roster, the coaching carousel and offensive struggles have become a major storyline. The next offensive coordinator will face high expectations to quickly turn things around and get the Eagles back to the Super Bowl.