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The Jeff Stoutland era could continue in Philadelphia in some capacity after the initial shock of the longtime offensive line coach departing in shocking fashion. In a move that left some questioning the Eagles' decisions, Stoutland was out as offensive line coach and run game coordinator.
Stoutland spent 13 years with the organization, turning the Eagles' offensive line into the NFL's best year in and year out. The move came after reports that Stoutland was stripped of his running-game coordinator duties this season, as Philadelphia struggled to run the football against stacked defensive fronts. After logging 2,005 rushing yards during the regular season, Barkley was hit or tackled behind the line of scrimmage 84 times with 41 negative runs last season, according to SumerSports.
That will all change under first-year offensive coordinator Sean Mannion, who's sure to borrow from the Kyle Shanahan/Sean McVay/Matt LaFleur offensive styles, which focus on a "wide zone" scheme designed to create mismatches through motion, misdirection, and personnel. One big reason for the struggles was Lane Johnson's absence due to a foot injury.
Johnson will return for his 14th season, and during a recent appearance on the "Fitz and Whit" podcast via Jimmy Kempski of Philly Voice, the All-Pro right tackle hinted at Stoutland having a role for the upcoming season.
The Eagles hired Chris Kuper to replace Stoutland as offensive line coach. Kuper wasn't retained by the Vikings after four years in the same position.
Minnesota has ranked 32nd in pressure rate allowed on the interior in three of the last four seasons, including 2025 under Kuper, a season that led to his dismissal. In 2025, the Vikings used 25 different offensive line combinations, according to Next Gen Stats. In Philadelphia, Kuper will be tasked with restoring the battered offensive line to its status as the NFL's top unit.
This article originally appeared on Eagles Wire: Lane Johnson reacts to Stoutland exit, sees 2026 role for O-Line coach
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Stoutland spent 13 years with the organization, turning the Eagles' offensive line into the NFL's best year in and year out. The move came after reports that Stoutland was stripped of his running-game coordinator duties this season, as Philadelphia struggled to run the football against stacked defensive fronts. After logging 2,005 rushing yards during the regular season, Barkley was hit or tackled behind the line of scrimmage 84 times with 41 negative runs last season, according to SumerSports.
That will all change under first-year offensive coordinator Sean Mannion, who's sure to borrow from the Kyle Shanahan/Sean McVay/Matt LaFleur offensive styles, which focus on a "wide zone" scheme designed to create mismatches through motion, misdirection, and personnel. One big reason for the struggles was Lane Johnson's absence due to a foot injury.
Johnson will return for his 14th season, and during a recent appearance on the "Fitz and Whit" podcast via Jimmy Kempski of Philly Voice, the All-Pro right tackle hinted at Stoutland having a role for the upcoming season.
The Eagles hired Chris Kuper to replace Stoutland as offensive line coach. Kuper wasn't retained by the Vikings after four years in the same position.
Minnesota has ranked 32nd in pressure rate allowed on the interior in three of the last four seasons, including 2025 under Kuper, a season that led to his dismissal. In 2025, the Vikings used 25 different offensive line combinations, according to Next Gen Stats. In Philadelphia, Kuper will be tasked with restoring the battered offensive line to its status as the NFL's top unit.
This article originally appeared on Eagles Wire: Lane Johnson reacts to Stoutland exit, sees 2026 role for O-Line coach
Continue reading...
