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Philadelphia Eagles defensive coordinator Vic Fangio is not going anywhere.
After months of speculation surrounding his future and reports that the organization quietly prepared contingency plans if he stepped away, Fangio made his intentions crystal clear Thursday while speaking with reporters.
The veteran defensive coordinator added that his post-season evaluation process has become routine rather than an indication that he is seriously considering leaving coaching.
Perhaps the most revealing moment came when Fangio joked about the results of his annual physical.
The comments came after Jimmy Kempski of Philly Voice reported that Philadelphia was uncertain about Fangio's long-term plans and explored potential backup options should retirement become a reality. According to the report, former Eagles defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon was viewed as a possible candidate before ultimately landing the defensive coordinator role with Green Bay. Philadelphia was also reportedly monitoring Cleveland defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz, who previously held the same role with the Eagles.
The uncertainty surrounding Fangio's future also raises questions about the organization's offseason decisions, particularly the decision to allow Christian Parker to leave Philadelphia for Dallas to become the Cowboys' defensive coordinator.
For Philadelphia, Fangio's return represents enormous stability.
Since arriving, Fangio helped engineer one of football's elite defenses and transformed the Eagles into one of the NFL's most disciplined and physical teams. Philadelphia allowed opponents to complete just 56.8% of passes last season, the league's best mark and the franchise's strongest performance in that category since 2008. The Eagles also surrendered an NFL-low 14 passing touchdowns while holding opposing quarterbacks to a 75.4 passer rating, the second-best mark in football. Philadelphia dominated situational defense as well, finishing first in opponent passer rating on third and fourth downs and first inside the red zone.
Philadelphia finished fifth in points allowed per game at 19.1 and fielded the NFL's No. 1 defense, helping cement Fangio as a finalist for NFL Assistant Coach of the Year.
His impact extended beyond the scheme.
Fangio's emphasis on physical practices and accountability changed the culture inside the building, helping spark a dominant stretch that included eight consecutive victories and a 10-2 run during the season. Now entering another critical year, Philadelphia no longer appears headed toward a potential defensive leadership transition.
If Fangio is telling the truth, the Eagles — and the rest of the NFL — may be dealing with his defenses for years to come.
This article originally appeared on Eagles Wire: Vic Fangio says Eagles are stuck with him after rumors swirl
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After months of speculation surrounding his future and reports that the organization quietly prepared contingency plans if he stepped away, Fangio made his intentions crystal clear Thursday while speaking with reporters.
The veteran defensive coordinator added that his post-season evaluation process has become routine rather than an indication that he is seriously considering leaving coaching.
Perhaps the most revealing moment came when Fangio joked about the results of his annual physical.
The comments came after Jimmy Kempski of Philly Voice reported that Philadelphia was uncertain about Fangio's long-term plans and explored potential backup options should retirement become a reality. According to the report, former Eagles defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon was viewed as a possible candidate before ultimately landing the defensive coordinator role with Green Bay. Philadelphia was also reportedly monitoring Cleveland defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz, who previously held the same role with the Eagles.
The uncertainty surrounding Fangio's future also raises questions about the organization's offseason decisions, particularly the decision to allow Christian Parker to leave Philadelphia for Dallas to become the Cowboys' defensive coordinator.
For Philadelphia, Fangio's return represents enormous stability.
Since arriving, Fangio helped engineer one of football's elite defenses and transformed the Eagles into one of the NFL's most disciplined and physical teams. Philadelphia allowed opponents to complete just 56.8% of passes last season, the league's best mark and the franchise's strongest performance in that category since 2008. The Eagles also surrendered an NFL-low 14 passing touchdowns while holding opposing quarterbacks to a 75.4 passer rating, the second-best mark in football. Philadelphia dominated situational defense as well, finishing first in opponent passer rating on third and fourth downs and first inside the red zone.
Philadelphia finished fifth in points allowed per game at 19.1 and fielded the NFL's No. 1 defense, helping cement Fangio as a finalist for NFL Assistant Coach of the Year.
His impact extended beyond the scheme.
Fangio's emphasis on physical practices and accountability changed the culture inside the building, helping spark a dominant stretch that included eight consecutive victories and a 10-2 run during the season. Now entering another critical year, Philadelphia no longer appears headed toward a potential defensive leadership transition.
If Fangio is telling the truth, the Eagles — and the rest of the NFL — may be dealing with his defenses for years to come.
This article originally appeared on Eagles Wire: Vic Fangio says Eagles are stuck with him after rumors swirl
Continue reading...
