The Philadelphia Eagles are on the lookout for a new offensive coordinator following the dismissal of Kevin Patullo. According to reports from The Athletic, two prominent candidates have emerged: Brian Daboll and Mike McDaniel.
Patullo was let go after the Eagles” playoff defeat to the San Francisco 49ers. With the search for a replacement now underway, both Daboll and McDaniel are at the top of the Eagles” list.
Mike McDaniel, 42, was recently removed from his position as head coach of the Miami Dolphins. Known for his innovative and run-focused offensive scheme, he holds a career record of 35-33 with the Dolphins. During his tenure, McDaniel effectively utilized star players like Devon Achane, Tyreek Hill, and Jaylen Waddle to enhance the team”s offensive capabilities. His previous experience includes serving as the offensive coordinator for the San Francisco 49ers in 2021 and as the run game coordinator from 2017 to 2020, which ties him to the Kyle Shanahan coaching tree.
Brian Daboll, 50, faced challenges during his time as the head coach of the New York Giants, where he posted a 20-40-1 record before his termination in November. However, he previously established himself as a top-notch offensive coordinator, guiding the Buffalo Bills to become one of the NFL”s most prolific offenses in 2020 and 2021. His familiarity with quarterback Jalen Hurts and Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni is noteworthy; Daboll was the offensive coordinator at Alabama when Hurts played there and worked as the offensive coordinator for the Kansas City Chiefs in 2012 when Sirianni was the wide receivers coach.
With both candidates bringing a wealth of experience and a history of successful play-calling, the Eagles have a pivotal decision to make in their search for a new offensive leader. As the team looks to rebound from a disappointing season, securing a skilled offensive coordinator will be critical to their future success.
