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Glenn Erby

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

Dec 31, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (L) and offensive coordinator Brian Johnson (R) talks during a timeout in the second quarter against the Arizona Cardinals at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

The Eagles head coach confirmed that Brian Johnson has been fired as the team’s offensive coordinator.

Vic Fangio is on his way

Nov 2, 2023; Frankfurt, Germany; Miami Dolphins defensive coordinator Vic Fangio at press conference at the PSD Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

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 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

Jan 15, 2024; Tampa, Florida, USA; Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni on the sidelines during the first half of a 2024 NFC wild card game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-USA TODAY Sports

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.

Sirianni a potential lame duck

Jan 15, 2024; Tampa, Florida, USA; Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni and chief security officer Dom DiSandro walk off the field before a 2024 NFC wild card game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-USA TODAY Sports

With questions stirring about who is picking his coaching staff, Sirianni could be coaching for his future with the Eagles in 2024.

New offensive coordinator will run his own ssytem

Jan 7, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni with teammates New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll (right) before the game at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports

Sirianni appears content to let the next offensive coordinator install his system and scheme, something that should cause less confusion.

Howie Roseman on roster building

TAMPA, FLORIDA – SEPTEMBER 25: Philadelphia Eagles general manager Howie Roseman is seen on the field prior to a game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium on September 25, 2023 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images)

Howie Roseman on LB position

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – NOVEMBER 05: Nakobe Dean #17 of the Philadelphia Eagles reacts during the second quarter in the game against the Dallas Cowboys at Lincoln Financial Field on November 05, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)

Roseman used typical GM jargon to describe his lack of urgency in addressing true depth at the linebacker position.

Brian Johnson not the only staffer fired

Dec 11, 2022; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Philadelphia Eagles assistant coach Kevin Patullo celebrates with quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) after a touchdown during the second half against the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports

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.

Sirianni on what he's looking for in an OC

Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports

Sirianni was asked and gave some insight into what the offensive coordinator should bring going forward.

What Vic Fangio brings

Miami Dolphins defensive coordinator Vic Fangiowatches the defense during the scrimmage at Hard Rock Stadium, Saturday, August 5, 2023 in Miami Gardens.

Philadelphia has been running variations of the Fangio scheme for three years, but the archictect of the defense is on his way and all should be well.

Sirianni on Eagles offense getting stale

Jan 15, 2024; Tampa, Florida, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) looks on during the first half of a 2024 NFC wild card game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-USA TODAY Sports

Nick Sirianni on where Jalen Hurts needs to improved

Jan 15, 2024; Tampa, Florida, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) throws against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the first half of a 2024 NFC wild card game at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-USA TODAY Sports

Hurts did some really good things in 2023, but he regressed in some sense and he’ll have another summer of work and retooling.

Sirianni on consulting Jalen Hurts with the firing of Brian Johnson

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – OCTOBER 22: Philadelphia Eagles Offensive Coordinator Brian Johnson looks on prior to a game against the Miami Dolphins at Lincoln Financial Field on October 22, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)

Brian Johnson has been a friend of the Hurts family since playing for Averion Hurts in high school.

Howie Roseman defends Nick Sirianni

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni, left, looks on with general manager Howie Roseman, right, during practice at NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 31, 2021, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola)

Philadelphia collapsed down the stretch, but the Eagles GM showed support when it was needed the most.

Sirianni wasn't in danger

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – DECEMBER 25: Head coach Nick Sirianni of the Philadelphia Eagles reacts to a play during the second quarter against the New York Giants at Lincoln Financial Field on December 25, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Adam Hunger/Getty Images)

Philadelphia’s collapse left some in the media wondering if Sirianni’s job was ever in jeopardy.

On Wednesday, the head coach said it was business as usual, and he didn’t enter any post playoff meetings looking to sell himself.

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