The Philadelphia Eagles continue to reshape their offensive brain trust, and the latest addition brings another layer of NFL experience to Nick Sirianni’s staff. Just a day after hiring Sean Mannion as offensive coordinator, the Eagles are bringing in former Buccaneers OC Josh Grizzard to serve as their pass game coordinator.
Grizzard, who was promoted to offensive coordinator in Tampa Bay last January, steps into a more focused role in Philly-one that could play to his strengths. Before taking the reins from Liam Coen (who left to become the Jaguars’ head coach), Grizzard served as the Bucs’ pass game coordinator, and he was heavily involved in third-down play calling.
That’s a key detail, because in 2024, Tampa led the league in third-down conversion rate at 51.1%. That’s not just good-it’s elite in today’s NFL.
Now, let’s not gloss over the 2025 season. The Buccaneers’ offense took a step back statistically, finishing 21st in total offense.
Baker Mayfield went 8-9 as the starter, completing 63.5% of his passes with 26 touchdowns and 11 interceptions. Not exactly eye-popping numbers, but not disastrous either.
It’s a reminder that while Grizzard was at the helm, he wasn’t working with a top-tier offensive arsenal-or a fully stable situation.
What stands out about this hire is how it fits into the Eagles’ broader approach. This isn’t about handing the keys to one offensive mind.
Instead, it’s about building a collaborative system. With Mannion as OC and Grizzard focusing on the passing game, the Eagles are spreading responsibility across multiple voices.
That kind of structure can foster creativity, adaptability, and maybe most importantly-accountability.
For Eagles fans who’ve been yearning for a fresh offensive identity, this could be a sign of progress. Mannion and Grizzard both bring different experiences and perspectives, and together, they might just give Philadelphia the schematic versatility it’s lacked in recent years.
There’s no guarantee, of course. Coaching chemistry is just as unpredictable as player performance.
But the Eagles aren’t standing still. They’re making calculated moves, assembling a staff that’s designed to evolve-not just replicate what’s already been done.
Grizzard may not be a household name yet, but his track record on third downs and in the passing game gives him a clear role in this new-look offense. And in a league where offensive margins are razor-thin, that kind of specialization could be the difference between another middling season and a return to contender status.