The Philadelphia Eagles aren’t wasting any time reshaping their offensive brain trust. Fresh off the surprise hire of Sean Mannion as offensive coordinator, the team is adding another key piece to the puzzle: Josh Grizzard, who’s set to join the staff as pass game coordinator.
Grizzard may not have landed the OC role-he reportedly went through two rounds of interviews for it-but the Eagles clearly saw enough to bring him aboard in a significant capacity. And while his lone season calling plays for the Buccaneers had its ups and downs, there’s more to this hire than just the numbers.
Let’s talk about what Grizzard brings to the table.
Last season in Tampa Bay, Grizzard stepped into a tough spot, taking over the play-calling duties after Liam Coen departed for Jacksonville. The Bucs’ offense under his direction finished 21st in total yards and 18th in points scored-not eye-popping, but not disastrous either.
More importantly, the passing game showed flashes of promise. Tampa ranked 20th in passing yards, 11th in passing touchdowns, and sat middle-of-the-pack in interceptions at 13th.
Those numbers suggest a unit that was willing to push the ball and take some calculated risks.
That’s exactly the kind of mindset the Eagles could use right now.
Philadelphia’s aerial attack last season often felt stuck in neutral. The offense leaned heavily on predictable route concepts-hitch routes, quick outs, slants, and the occasional screen.
It was a system that lacked vertical threat and creativity, and opposing defenses caught on fast. That’s where Grizzard’s experience with a more aggressive approach could pay dividends.
Working with Baker Mayfield in Tampa, Grizzard helped unlock a more downfield-oriented style, something that could translate well to Jalen Hurts and the Eagles’ offense. Hurts has the arm talent to stretch the field, and with weapons like A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith on the outside, there’s no reason Philly shouldn’t be attacking defenses vertically more often.
This hire also adds a layer of support for Mannion, who’s stepping into his first major coaching role. Grizzard’s experience as a play-caller-even if limited-gives the Eagles another voice in the room who’s been in the fire. That kind of collaborative environment could be crucial as the team looks to bounce back from a disappointing finish to last season.
And let’s not forget the bigger picture here: the Eagles are assembling a staff that blends fresh ideas with practical experience. It’s a bold approach, but one that could spark the kind of offensive evolution Philly desperately needs.
So while the headlines might focus on Mannion, don’t sleep on the Grizzard hire. It’s a move that could quietly reshape how the Eagles attack through the air-and give Jalen Hurts the stability and creativity he needs to take the next step.