Colts Retain Offensive Coordinator Cooter as Eagles Look Elsewhere

Cooter will remain with the Colts after the Eagles hire a different offensive coordinator.

Jan. 29, 2026 at 8:31pm

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The Indianapolis Colts are set to retain offensive coordinator Jim Bob Cooter, as the Philadelphia Eagles have decided to hire Green Bay Packers quarterbacks coach Sean Mannion for their offensive coordinator role instead. Cooter was a candidate for the Eagles' job, but they have opted to go in a different direction. The Colts' offense finished eighth in both points per game and yards per play this past season under Cooter's leadership.

Why it matters

Retaining Cooter is an important move for the Colts, as he has helped guide their offense to be one of the most productive in the NFL over the past couple seasons. His familiarity with head coach Shane Steichen and the existing offensive system should provide continuity for the Colts as they look to build on their success.

The details

Cooter was a candidate for the Eagles' offensive coordinator job, having previously worked with Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni as an offensive consultant in 2021. However, the Eagles have decided to hire Packers quarterbacks coach Sean Mannion instead. This means Cooter will remain with the Colts, where he has served as offensive coordinator since 2023. Under Cooter's leadership, the Colts' offense finished eighth in the league in both points per game and yards per play this past season.

  • The Indianapolis Colts have retained offensive coordinator Jim Bob Cooter for the 2026 season.
  • The Philadelphia Eagles interviewed Cooter for their offensive coordinator opening, but have decided to hire Green Bay Packers quarterbacks coach Sean Mannion instead.

The players

Jim Bob Cooter

The Indianapolis Colts' offensive coordinator since 2023, who will be retained in that role for the 2026 season.

Shane Steichen

The head coach of the Indianapolis Colts, who previously worked with Cooter when Steichen was the offensive coordinator for the Philadelphia Eagles.

Nick Sirianni

The head coach of the Philadelphia Eagles, who previously worked with Cooter when Sirianni was the offensive coordinator for the Eagles.

Sean Mannion

The new offensive coordinator for the Philadelphia Eagles, hired away from his previous role as the quarterbacks coach for the Green Bay Packers.

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What’s next

The Colts will look to build on their offensive success from the 2025 season with Cooter remaining as their offensive coordinator.

The takeaway

The Colts' decision to retain offensive coordinator Jim Bob Cooter provides continuity and stability for their offense, which was one of the most productive units in the NFL this past season. Cooter's familiarity with the system and the coaching staff should help the Colts maintain their offensive momentum going forward.