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Eagles’ Offense Stuck in Neutral – And Time’s Running Out to Fix It

We’re 11 games into the season, and the Philadelphia Eagles are 8-3. On paper, that record says contender. But anyone watching this team week in and week out knows the offense is telling a different story – and it’s a troubling one.

The concern isn’t new. It’s been bubbling all season. But now, it’s boiling over.

This offense, led by Kevin Patullo’s play calling, simply hasn’t delivered. And at this point, it’s fair to ask: what exactly are we waiting to see before making a change?

A Tale of Two Offenses – And Neither Is Consistent

Let’s start with the numbers. Through the first four games of the season, the Eagles were averaging 23.5 points per game – not exactly lighting it up, but manageable with a strong defense.

Since then? That number has dropped to 19.8.

And that includes games where they managed just 10, 16, and 17 points. The only time they’ve topped 21 points since Week 4 came against a Giants team that was unraveling so fast they fired their head coach weeks later.

Yes, there have been flashes – moments where the offense looked like it was ready to take off. A 26-point second half against the Rams.

A hot start in Tampa. A 38-point outburst in a rematch with the Giants.

And just this past Sunday, a 21-point first quarter in Dallas that looked like the beginning of a statement win.

But that’s the problem – they’re just flashes. The Eagles come out swinging, but once defenses adjust, the offense stalls. And there’s been little sign that Patullo and company can adjust back.

Regression Across the Board

This isn’t just a case of the offense failing to meet lofty expectations. It’s a clear step backward.

Last year, with largely the same personnel, the Eagles averaged 29 points and 366 yards per game. This year?

They’re down to 21 points and 304 yards.

That’s a big drop for a unit that still features elite weapons at wide receiver, a dynamic quarterback, and a backfield that added Saquon Barkley. But the run game can’t get going.

The passing game lacks rhythm. And the offense is near the bottom of the league in key categories like third-down conversions, first downs per game, yards per play, and sacks per pass attempt.

These aren’t just stats. They’re symptoms of a deeper issue.

The Play Calling Problem

At the heart of it all is the play calling. Patullo’s offense has lacked cohesion and creativity.

Plays don’t seem to build off each other. There’s no clear identity.

One drive might feature a promising mix of run-pass balance, and the next feels like someone hit shuffle on the playbook.

It’s not just about calling flashy plays – it’s about understanding how to set up defenses, how to exploit tendencies, how to keep opponents guessing. Right now, the Eagles are the ones being figured out, and they don’t seem to have answers.

That’s not to say Patullo is the only issue. Injuries on the offensive line have disrupted continuity.

Barkley hasn’t looked like himself. And pre-snap penalties have killed more than a few promising drives.

But when an offense this talented struggles this consistently, the spotlight naturally falls on the person calling the shots.

Sirianni’s Role Can’t Be Ignored

Let’s be clear: this is still Nick Sirianni’s offense. And the issues we’re seeing now aren’t entirely new.

Similar inconsistencies popped up in 2021 before he handed play calling to Shane Steichen. We saw it again last year under Kellen Moore, and even during Brian Johnson’s tenure in 2023.

So this isn’t just about Patullo – it’s about a pattern under Sirianni’s watch. That makes the head coach just as accountable.

Still, play calling is a skill. Some coaches just have the feel – the ability to anticipate, to adjust, to dictate the flow of a game.

Steichen had it, and we’re seeing what he’s doing now in Indianapolis. Right now, the Eagles don’t have that guy on the headset.

Who Could Step In?

There’s no obvious replacement waiting in the wings like Steichen was in 2021. But there are options.

Quarterbacks coach Scot Loeffler, passing game coordinator Parks Frazier, and tight ends coach Jason Michael all have play calling experience at the college or NFL level. They’ve done it before, and they’ve done it well.

At this point, it’s not about finding the perfect answer – it’s about finding a better one.

Because after watching the Eagles blow a 21-point second-quarter lead and go scoreless on their final eight drives against a defense ranked near the bottom of the league, it’s clear something has to change.

The Defense Deserves Better

One of the more frustrating parts of this offensive slump is that it’s wasting some strong defensive performances. The Eagles’ defense has stepped up in recent weeks, keeping games within reach even as the offense sputters. That unit is doing its part.

But to win in January – and to lift a Lombardi Trophy – you need more than just a good defense. You need balance. You need an offense that can close out games, sustain drives, and put points on the board when it matters most.

Right now, the Eagles don’t have that. Not consistently. Not when it counts.

Still Time – But Not Much

The good news? The Eagles are still 8-3.

They’re still in the thick of the NFC race. They still have a roster capable of making a deep postseason run.

But they won’t get there unless the offense turns the corner – and fast.

It’s not about scapegoating Kevin Patullo. It’s about recognizing that this version of the offense isn’t getting the job done. And if the Eagles want to be more than just a team with a good record, if they want to be champions again, they can’t afford to wait any longer.

The time for change is now.