Jason Kelce Pays Tribute to Departing Eagles Coach Jeff Stoutland

The longtime Eagles offensive line coach is leaving the team.

Published on Feb. 4, 2026

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After Philadelphia Eagles' longtime offensive line coach Jeff Stoutland announced his departure from the team, former Eagles star center Jason Kelce provided a touching tribute on social media. Kelce, who played the vast majority of his career under Stoutland, had high praise for his former coach and the impact he had on his career and the team's success.

Why it matters

Stoutland was a key part of the Eagles' coaching staff during their Super Bowl-winning season and helped develop one of the best offensive lines in the NFL. His departure is a significant loss for the team as they look to continue their success.

The details

In his post on X, Kelce wrote: 'There is absolutely no one I credit more with the career I had than Jeff Stoutland. The consistent passion and his eagerness to teach pushed my teammates, me, and our room to amazing success. More importantly, we became incredibly close as people.' Kelce went on to say that Stoutland's 'presence and sense of urgency that was unaccepting of mediocrity and potential left behind' will be missed inside the building and by everyone who played for him.

  • On February 5, 2026, Jeff Stoutland announced his departure from the Philadelphia Eagles.

The players

Jason Kelce

A former star center for the Philadelphia Eagles who played the majority of his career under Jeff Stoutland's coaching.

Jeff Stoutland

The longtime offensive line coach for the Philadelphia Eagles, who is departing the team.

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What they’re saying

“There is absolutely no one I credit more with the career I had than Jeff Stoutland. The consistent passion and his eagerness to teach pushed my teammates, me, and our room to amazing success. More importantly, we became incredibly close as people.”

— Jason Kelce (X)

The takeaway

Stoutland's departure is a significant loss for the Eagles, as he was a key part of the coaching staff that helped the team win a Super Bowl and develop one of the best offensive lines in the NFL. Kelce's emotional tribute highlights the impact Stoutland had on the team and players during his tenure.