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The Alarming Stat That Explains the Eagles' Passing Game Crisis
The Alarming Stat That Explains the Eagles' Passing Game Crisis
Jalen Hurts has thrown 77 of his 110 career touchdowns against man coverage. Against zone — which defenses played 56% of the time last season — he managed just 6 TDs to 3 picks. The numbers explain everything about the Eagles' offensive struggles.
Jeffrey Lurie's Two Jalens Problem Tells You Everything About the Eagles' Future
Jeffrey Lurie's Two Jalens Problem Tells You Everything About the Eagles' Future
Jeffrey Lurie confused the two Jalens at the owners meetings — and his wildly different reactions to each revealed the power dynamics shaping the Eagles' future. Effusive praise for Hurts, lukewarm nondescript answers about Carter.
ESPN Exposes the Real Problem With the Eagles Offense — and It Starts With Jalen Hurts
ESPN Exposes the Real Problem With the Eagles Offense — and It Starts With Jalen Hurts
A bombshell ESPN report reveals Jalen Hurts has pushed back on scheme changes, resisted going under center, and suggested the infamous four verticals call in the playoffs. The Eagles offense has calcified — and fixing it means Hurts has to evolve.
The Eagles Can't Afford to Wait: Why Pick 23 Must Be an Offensive Tackle or Edge Rusher
The Eagles Can't Afford to Wait: Why Pick 23 Must Be an Offensive Tackle or Edge Rusher
With Lane Johnson aging, Jaelan Phillips gone, and this draft class front-loaded at two critical positions, Howie Roseman faces a rare scenario where patience could backfire. Here's why the Eagles need to strike early — and the trade-up math that makes it possible.
Eagles 2026 Position Group Report Cards: Linebacker
Eagles 2026 Position Group Report Cards: Linebacker
The Eagles linebacker corps transformed from a long-standing weakness into one of the NFL's best units in 2025. With Zack Baun locked in, Jihaad Campbell emerging, and depth pieces contributing, this group earns its highest grade in years.
How Howie Roseman Turned Two Mid-First-Round Picks Into AJ Brown, Jalen Carter, and Cooper DeJean
How Howie Roseman Turned Two Mid-First-Round Picks Into AJ Brown, Jalen Carter, and Cooper DeJean
In the 2022 draft, the Eagles traded picks 16 and 19 to the Saints. What they got back became AJ Brown, Jalen Carter, and Cooper DeJean — three franchise cornerstones from a single trade. It might be the greatest deal in Roseman's career.
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Are the Eagles Overrated? A Position-by-Position Reality Check
Are the Eagles Overrated? A Position-by-Position Reality Check
The Eagles ranked 9th in a pre-draft NFL roster ranking — but are the individual players living up to their reputations? From Saquon Barkley's one great year to Landon Dickerson's 14 knee surgeries, the cracks are showing.
RPOs Are Dead in Philadelphia — What the Mannion Hire Really Means for Hurts
RPOs Are Dead in Philadelphia — What the Mannion Hire Really Means for Hurts
The Eagles didn't hire Sean Mannion to run RPOs. They hired him to find out if Jalen Hurts can survive as a pocket passer. The backup quarterback room tells you everything about what Nick Sirianni actually wants this offense to be.
Sean Mannion Has 137 Days to Install an Offense He's Never Built Before
Sean Mannion Has 137 Days to Install an Offense He's Never Built Before
Under NFL Players Association rules, the first day coaches can contact players is April 20. That gives Sean Mannion exactly 137 days to build, install, and execute a playbook he's never created — with a roster that may not fit his scheme.
Eagles Draft-Proofing Explained: Why Howie Roseman Keeps Signing Players Nobody Cares About
Eagles Draft-Proofing Explained: Why Howie Roseman Keeps Signing Players Nobody Cares About
The Eagles signed Chandler Martin to a two-year deal. Most fans shrugged. That's exactly the point — Howie Roseman's draft-proofing strategy gives the Eagles a massive advantage that 31 other teams ignore.
The Eagles Have a Bigger Problem Than Losing Reed Blankenship
The Eagles Have a Bigger Problem Than Losing Reed Blankenship
Reed Blankenship is gone and his replacement as the Eagles' on-field communicator isn't on the roster yet. The safety position needs a starter who can also direct traffic — and that's a hard combination to find.
Chris Kuper's Track Record Should Worry Eagles Fans
Chris Kuper's Track Record Should Worry Eagles Fans
Chris Kuper replaces a legend in Jeff Stoutland. His track record in Minnesota — where two linemen left and played better elsewhere — raises real questions about the Eagles' offensive line future.
Too Many Cooks or the Smartest Move the Eagles Made This Offseason?
Too Many Cooks or the Smartest Move the Eagles Made This Offseason?
The Eagles hired three OC finalists onto one coaching staff. Critics call it crowded. The truth is it might be the smartest insurance policy in the NFL.