Jeff Stoutland’s run with the Philadelphia Eagles is officially coming to a close-and it marks the end of an era in the trenches.
After 13 seasons molding one of the NFL’s most consistently dominant offensive lines, Stoutland is stepping away from his role with the Eagles. And while this move comes amid sweeping changes to Philly’s coaching staff, it’s hard to overstate just how much of an impact he’s had-not just on the team, but on the league.
Stoutland announced his departure with a heartfelt message on social media, writing:
*"I’ve decided my time coaching with the Eagles has come to an end.
When I arrived here in 2013, I did not know what I was signing up for. I quickly learned what this city demands.
But more importantly, what it gives back. The past 13 years have been the great privilege of my coaching career.
I didn’t just work here, I became one of you." *
That quote says it all. Stoutland didn’t just coach in Philadelphia-he became part of its football fabric.
He took late-round picks and undrafted rookies and turned them into All-Pros. He didn’t just develop players; he built a culture of accountability, toughness, and technical excellence that became the foundation of the Eagles’ offensive identity.
His fingerprints are all over the success stories of Philly’s offensive front. Whether it was turning Jordan Mailata from a rugby player into a franchise left tackle, or helping Jason Kelce become one of the best centers of his generation, Stoutland’s track record speaks for itself.
His units didn’t just protect-they punished. They didn’t just execute-they dominated.
Now, the big question is what comes next.
NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo reports that Stoutland is expected to remain involved with the Eagles in some capacity, at least for now. But make no mistake-teams around the league have been eyeing this moment. Garafolo noted that other franchises have “smelled blood in the water for quite some time” and are “absolutely” interested in bringing him on board.
One team that makes a ton of sense? The New Orleans Saints.
Last offseason, the Saints hired Kellen Moore-formerly with the Eagles-as their offensive coordinator. At the time, it seemed like a natural fit to try and bring Stoutland along for the ride. That didn’t happen in 2025, but with Stoutland now officially stepping away, the door could be wide open.
The Saints already have a connection in place: T.J. Paganetti, one of Stoutland’s protégés, joined New Orleans last year as their run game coordinator. Add in a few other familiar faces from Stoutland’s Philly days, and the Saints have a compelling case to make.
And let’s be honest-if you’re trying to develop young offensive linemen like Taliese Fuaga and Kelvin Banks Jr., there’s no one better to lead that charge than Jeff Stoutland. He’s not just a technician-he’s a teacher. He doesn’t just coach schemes-he builds confidence, discipline, and cohesion.
Whether Stoutland chooses to take a break, retire, or jump into a new challenge, he leaves behind a legacy that’s hard to match. In an era where offensive line play is more crucial than ever, he’s been one of the few constants-a coach who consistently elevated his room, year after year.
If this is the end of his on-field coaching days, he walks away as one of the most respected assistant coaches in the modern NFL. But if he’s still got gas in the tank, don’t be surprised if we see him anchoring another offensive line room in the near future-possibly in New Orleans, where the fit feels just about perfect.