Eagles: 11 takeaways from Howie Roseman, Nick Sirianni’s end-of-season press conference
The Eagles held their annual season-ending press conferences.
Unlike the 2023 version, we’ll head into the offseason with uncertainty about the team’s identity, coaching staff, and direction on both sides of the football.
Brian Johnson and Sean Desai are out, while there are 20 pending free agents, but other than that, Philadelphia will enter the 2023 offseason with front-office continuity, draft assets, and a clear plan for improving around Jalen Hurts.
Here are 11 takeaways and notes from the presser.
Brian Johnson is out
The Eagles head coach confirmed that Brian Johnson has been fired as the team’s offensive coordinator.
HC Nick Sirianni confirmed that OC Brian Johnson was fired by the #Eagles.
— Jeff McLane (@Jeff_McLane) January 24, 2024
Vic Fangio is on his way
likely delayed by the news that a coach was headed home, Vic Fangio is now available to hire after parting ways with the Dolphins to be closer to his family.
The Dolphins and Vic Fangio have mutually agreed to part ways, sources tell me and @JFowlerESPN. Fangio now will be the top target for the Philadelphia Eagles to hire as their defensive coordinator, and a deal is expected. Miami is allowing Fangio to leave to be closer to his… pic.twitter.com/HjyMAC2S0p
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) January 24, 2024
The move would give Sirianni the coach he originally wanted upon losing Gannon to the Cardinals, but the major damage has been done after a year wasted with Sean Desai and Matt Patricia.
Sirianni looking to prove himself
Sirianni has made three straight playoff appearances to start his career. Still, the shine from the Super Bowl and 14-3 season has dissipated, and he’s now looking to regain control and confidence in his ability to lead.
Nick Sirianni says he is “hungry” to prove himself all over again to the Eagles and the city of Philadelphia#Eagles #NickSirianni pic.twitter.com/y6Ff7QlyCw
— Jeff Skversky (@JeffSkversky) January 24, 2024
Sirianni a potential lame duck
With questions stirring about who is picking his coaching staff, Sirianni could be coaching for his future with the Eagles in 2024.
I honestly feel bad for Nick Sirianni. His role moving forward appears to be nothing more than motivator, messenger, and someone to take the hit for the players/coaches/GM.
There is no reason for him to still be the HC.
— Jon Johnson (@jonjohnsonwip) January 24, 2024
New offensive coordinator will run his own ssytem
Sirianni appears content to let the next offensive coordinator install his system and scheme, something that should cause less confusion.
Nick Sirianni on his role if he’s to cede more of the offense to the OC:
I’ll be the head coach, much as it’s been. May sit in on more defensive meetings. #Eagles
— Jeff McLane (@Jeff_McLane) January 24, 2024
Howie Roseman on roster building
Howie Roseman said re: #Eagles roster: you have to have a vision, a process, and can't "overreact to a result that maybe was just kind of an aberration."
Not sure if he was speaking generally or about '23 but..did he think #Eagles defense underperforming was an aberration? pic.twitter.com/2rlRhk6KWA
— Geoff Mosher (@GeoffPMosher) January 24, 2024
Howie Roseman on LB position
Roseman used typical GM jargon to describe his lack of urgency in addressing true depth at the linebacker position.
Howie Roseman on the linebacker position. #Eagles pic.twitter.com/rSdMQswXef
— Andrew DiCecco (@AndrewDiCecco) January 24, 2024
Brian Johnson not the only staffer fired
Sirianni didn’t speak on who else joined Brian Johnson in getting fired, but there were other staffers who will depart for fresh and innovate ideas.
Nick Sirianni intimated he made other changes to the offensive coaching staff:
"But in addition to (Brian Johnson), it was a couple of other guys that I’ve been with for multiple years as well. Just wanted to bring in some fresh ideas.” https://t.co/JobTjcTsVk
— Brooks Kubena (@BKubena) January 24, 2024
