The Ringer's Philly Special A.J. Brown, Nick Sirianni, and Eagles Combine Takeaways With Zach Berman!
Feb 25, 2026
Zach Berman, National NFL reporter for The Athletic, brings on-the-ground combine reporting and Eagles offseason analysis. He unpacks A.J. Brown's uncertain future and trade markets. He recounts how Sean Mannion won the offensive coordinator job and his plans for Jalen Hurts. He also covers roster retention, Jaelan Phillips' outlook, and a wild travel horror story from Indianapolis.
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A.J. Brown Trade Odds And Eagles Strategy
- A.J. Brown's future in Philadelphia is uncertain with the team open to listening to offers while preferring to keep him.
- Howie Roseman will field calls and seek maximum compensation, and Zach Berman rates Brown about 60-40 that he gets traded.
Mannion Hire Reflects Scheme Shift
- Sean Mannion was hired despite not being a play-caller; Nick Sirianni prioritized a McVay/Shanahan-style scheme and Mannion's conviction.
- The staff will implement more play action, motion and wide-zone concepts to marry run and pass.
Stoutland Exit Linked To Run Game Reorganization
- Jeff Stoutland's exit ties to changes in run-game responsibilities and a move away from his traditional emphases.
- The team framed last year as more integrated offense/defensive coordination rather than separate run/pass pods.