Eagles coach Sirianni weighs staff changes after scoring slump

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni said on Sunday that the organization is open to making personnel changes during the upcoming bye week. The team enters its break in last place in the NFC East after dropping a 19-11 decision against the New York Giants. The loss marked the seventh consecutive defeat for a squad that currently ranks as the third-lowest scoring unit in the National Football League.

Sirianni stated that all options remain on the table, including adjustments to the coaching staff. He emphasized that the primary goal between the Week 9 game and the November 22 matchup is to identify the root causes of the team's scoring difficulties. The coach noted that he will review game footage thoroughly and examine his own performance before evaluating those reporting to him. He described his role as overseeing both players and coaches, asserting that the team will pursue any method that helps them win as long as changes are not made merely for the sake of change.

Offensive coordinator Sean Mannion has faced scrutiny during his first year calling plays for the Eagles. His hiring during the offseason was intended to restore the team to its previous level of prolific scoring. Sirianni indicated that the blame for the current performance is shared among the entire offensive coaching staff rather than resting solely on Mannion. The head coach acknowledged that the group has not done enough to produce desired results and conceded that there are areas where everyone needs to improve.

A central question in the decision-making process is whether the struggles stem from coaching decisions or personnel shortages. Mannion has been tasked with calling plays for backup quarterbacks following the injury to Jalen Hurts. The team has also dealt with the extended absence of wide receiver Devonta Smith due to a hamstring injury, along with the loss of several starting offensive linemen.

Since Hurts was ruled out for the season with blood clots, the Eagles have scored 14, 21, 10, and 11 points in their subsequent games. They lost each of those contests by a margin of eight points or more. While the team was not known for high scoring with its starting quarterback, the point production has dropped further without him.

Sirianni maintained that regardless of whether the issues relate to coaching strategy or player execution, the responsibility lies with the coaching staff. He stated that every aspect of the product on the field is his responsibility. The coach questioned whether he has placed players in the best possible positions to execute their tasks, affirming that he will look internally to find solutions before blaming external factors.