Why the Eagles’ Interview with Zac Robinson Raises Eyebrows-and Concerns
The Philadelphia Eagles are at a crossroads when it comes to their next offensive coordinator hire. After a disappointing offensive showing under Kevin Patullo, the franchise needs to get this one right. Whether that means bringing in a fresh, innovative mind or leaning on the experience of a proven play-caller, the expectation is clear: this offense has to evolve-and fast.
That’s why the news that the Eagles are interviewing Zac Robinson, the former offensive coordinator of the 2025 Atlanta Falcons, is raising more than a few eyebrows. According to reports, Robinson is getting a look for the position, but based on what we saw from Atlanta last season, it’s tough to see how his résumé matches the urgency of what Philly needs right now.
Let’s start with the numbers. The Falcons finished 24th in points per game and 13th in total yardage-a disconnect that speaks volumes.
The offense moved the ball in stretches but couldn’t finish drives, and the passing game was especially inconsistent. In five of their final seven games, Atlanta failed to crack 200 passing yards.
That’s not just a slump; that’s a trend. And it’s a trend that should concern a team like the Eagles, who are built to win now and have a receiving corps that demands more than mediocrity.
Robinson’s approach in Atlanta leaned heavily on his running back-Bijan Robinson saw a staggering 287 rushing attempts and was targeted over 100 times in the passing game. That kind of workload is rare in today’s NFL, and while Bijan is young and explosive, it’s hard to imagine that same volume translating to a veteran like Saquon Barkley without significant risk. Barkley’s already taken his share of hits over the years, and putting that kind of mileage on him could be a recipe for disaster.
There’s also the issue of wide receiver development-or lack thereof. Outside of Drake London, the Falcons’ pass-catching group under Robinson didn’t offer much in terms of consistent production.
That’s a red flag for a team like the Eagles, who already struggled to get meaningful contributions beyond A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith last season.
The depth didn’t deliver, and neither did the scheme. Bringing in a coordinator who couldn’t unlock more from Atlanta’s weapons feels like a step backward, not forward.
And let’s not forget the locker room dynamics. A.J.
Brown has been vocal in the past about his frustrations with the offense, especially under Patullo. The Eagles need someone who can not only scheme better but also connect with their top-tier talent.
Robinson hasn’t shown he can do either at a high enough level to justify this move. If anything, his track record suggests more of the same-something this team simply can’t afford.
To be clear, an interview doesn’t mean a hire is imminent. Teams do their due diligence, and sometimes names come up that serve more as a data point than a serious candidate.
But for a team with this much talent and this much at stake, every decision matters. The Eagles can’t afford to miss again at offensive coordinator-not with a roster built to contend and a fanbase expecting results.
So while Robinson may bring some intriguing ideas to the table, the fit just doesn’t add up. The Eagles need a voice that can elevate the offense, maximize their stars, and bring a new level of creativity to the playbook.
Based on what we saw in Atlanta, Robinson doesn’t check those boxes. And in Philadelphia, where expectations are sky-high, that’s simply not good enough.