Eagles Offensive Staff Predictions: Who Stays and Who Goes Under Sean Mannion

The Philadelphia Eagles' decision to promote Sean Mannion to offensive coordinator has set the stage for the inevitable next question: what happens to the rest of the offensive coaching staff?

Every coordinator transition brings change, but the scope of that change matters enormously. And based on how these transitions have historically played out in Philadelphia — and across the NFL — the expectation should be for a relatively modest reshuffling rather than a wholesale overhaul.

The Framework: Only Two Changes Expected

The most useful comparison here is the Kellen Moore transition. When Moore took over as offensive coordinator in Philadelphia, he was given the ability to bring in two assistants of his own. The rest of the existing staff remained in place. The expectation, as discussed on Birds 365, is that Mannion's situation will follow a similar blueprint.

This isn't a Josh McDaniels or Brian Daboll hire — someone who would arrive with an entirely different system and a full coaching tree in tow. Mannion is an internal promotion, which naturally limits the degree of staff disruption. Two coaching changes. That's the working number.

Who's Staying

The name at the top of every conversation is Jeff Stoutland. The legendary offensive line coach and run game coordinator is the most important assistant on the Eagles' staff, and the organization would never push him out. The question isn't whether the Eagles want Stoutland — it's whether Stoutland wants to return under a 33-year-old first-time coordinator.

At 63 years old with a résumé that speaks for itself, Stoutland has the leverage to make his own decision. But the expectation is that he stays. His relationship with the organization and his commitment to the offensive line room make a departure unlikely, even if the reporting structure has shifted beneath him.

Jamal Singleton, the running backs coach, is also expected to return. The only scenario where Singleton might be at risk is if the Eagles committed to a dramatic schematic overhaul — a full Shanahan or McVay-style outside zone system. But that kind of wholesale change is unlikely and arguably unwise given the current roster construction. Singleton should be safe.

Jason Michael, the tight ends coach, rounds out the group of assistants expected to remain. His work with the tight end room has been solid, and there's no indication that Mannion is looking to make a change at that position.

Who's Going

The most vulnerable coach on staff is quarterbacks coach Scott Leffler. The historical pattern is clear: offensive coordinators almost always want their own quarterback coach. It's the most intimate coaching relationship on offense — the person who works daily with the starter on mechanics, reads, and preparation. Leffler was the last hire added to the previous staff, and the "last in, first out" principle applies here. This is expected to be one of Mannion's two staff picks.

Wide receivers coach Aaron Moorehead is the other name generating significant buzz. Moorehead has been with the Eagles since Doug Pederson's final season, giving him one of the longest tenures on the offensive staff. Sometimes coaching changes come down to shelf life — a desire for a new voice in the room, a fresh perspective on a position group. While nothing is guaranteed, the expectation is that Moorehead's time in Philadelphia is coming to an end.

What It Means for 2026

The continuity in this staff — keeping three of five position coaches — should provide stability as Mannion installs his vision for the offense. It also means the institutional knowledge built over the last several years won't be lost overnight. For a first-time play-caller stepping into one of the NFL's most scrutinized roles, that continuity could prove invaluable.

However, the two changes at quarterback coach and wide receivers coach aren't trivial. The quarterback coach will play a critical role in Jalen Hurts' continued development and weekly preparation. The wide receivers coach will need to maximize a talented but occasionally inconsistent position group. Both hires carry real weight.

Mannion's two hires will say a lot about his priorities and his vision for the offense. Does he bring in someone from the McVay coaching tree, where he spent his formative years? Does he prioritize experience over familiarity? Does he want coaches who will challenge him or coaches who will execute his plan without friction?

These decisions, perhaps more than any schematic choices Mannion makes this offseason, will shape the early trajectory of his tenure as the Eagles' offensive coordinator. The staff isn't getting a makeover — it's getting a tune-up. And in a league where coordinator transitions can derail entire seasons, that measured approach might be exactly what Philadelphia needs.

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