Eagles Lure Experienced Coach to Revamp Passing Game with Josh Grizzard Hire
The Philadelphia Eagles have taken a strategic step towards revamping their underperforming passing game by hiring former Tampa Bay Buccaneers pass game coordinator, Josh Grizzard. According to a report from ESPN, Grizzard, 35, has been appointed as the team's new passing game coordinator.
Grizzard's appointment comes after he interviewed for the Eagles' offensive coordinator job earlier this year, only to see it go to relatively young Sean Mannion. However, despite his coaching experience at Duke and Yale, where he honed his skills on both sides of the ball, Grizzard's NFL resume is extensive, boasting nine years of coaching under his belt.
The Buccaneers had a standout season in 2024 but took a slight dip in performance last year due to a plethora of injuries that decimated their offense. In response, they opted for a more conservative approach with their passing game coordinator, which was evident in the statistics, as reported by PhillyVoice. The team saw a significant decline in passing yards per game (from 3 to 19), yard per pass attempt (6 to 23), and quarterback rating (4 to 17).
Grizzard's arrival may be just what the Eagles need to reboot their offense, which struggled mightily last season. As someone who has coached under some of the best minds in the sport, including Ryan Tannehill and Tua Tagovailoa, Grizzard is well-equipped to bring a high-powered attack to Philadelphia.
The addition of Mannion, meanwhile, represents a bold move by the Eagles' coaching staff, as he's taking over at just 33 years old. With nine years of NFL coaching experience under his belt, including one year as an offensive coordinator, Mannion has the potential to lead the team's offense to new heights.
With Grizzard and Mannion on board, the stage is set for a major overhaul of the Eagles' passing game. As two coaches who have spent time honing their craft in some of the most explosive offenses in the NFC, it will be interesting to see how they adapt to Philadelphia's unique challenges and capitalize on new opportunities.
The Philadelphia Eagles have taken a strategic step towards revamping their underperforming passing game by hiring former Tampa Bay Buccaneers pass game coordinator, Josh Grizzard. According to a report from ESPN, Grizzard, 35, has been appointed as the team's new passing game coordinator.
Grizzard's appointment comes after he interviewed for the Eagles' offensive coordinator job earlier this year, only to see it go to relatively young Sean Mannion. However, despite his coaching experience at Duke and Yale, where he honed his skills on both sides of the ball, Grizzard's NFL resume is extensive, boasting nine years of coaching under his belt.
The Buccaneers had a standout season in 2024 but took a slight dip in performance last year due to a plethora of injuries that decimated their offense. In response, they opted for a more conservative approach with their passing game coordinator, which was evident in the statistics, as reported by PhillyVoice. The team saw a significant decline in passing yards per game (from 3 to 19), yard per pass attempt (6 to 23), and quarterback rating (4 to 17).
Grizzard's arrival may be just what the Eagles need to reboot their offense, which struggled mightily last season. As someone who has coached under some of the best minds in the sport, including Ryan Tannehill and Tua Tagovailoa, Grizzard is well-equipped to bring a high-powered attack to Philadelphia.
The addition of Mannion, meanwhile, represents a bold move by the Eagles' coaching staff, as he's taking over at just 33 years old. With nine years of NFL coaching experience under his belt, including one year as an offensive coordinator, Mannion has the potential to lead the team's offense to new heights.
With Grizzard and Mannion on board, the stage is set for a major overhaul of the Eagles' passing game. As two coaches who have spent time honing their craft in some of the most explosive offenses in the NFC, it will be interesting to see how they adapt to Philadelphia's unique challenges and capitalize on new opportunities.