The Philadelphia Eagles' offseason revamp is picking up steam, and the latest move brings a fresh face to one of the most critical positions on the coaching staff. With longtime offensive line guru Jeff Stoutland stepping away, the Eagles have officially named his replacement - and the hire signals a continued commitment to building from the trenches.
Chris Kuper Steps In
Chris Kuper, a former NFL lineman with a reputation for toughness and a strong football IQ, takes over the offensive line room. Kuper played under Mike Shanahan during his days in Denver, a connection that hints at the kind of zone-blocking principles and schematic discipline he might bring to Philly. According to league sources, Kuper was known as a smart, gritty player - the kind of guy who understood the game at a high level even before transitioning into coaching.
His most recent stint was with the Vikings, where he was part of a staff that invested heavily in the offensive line. While not every project panned out - Ed Ingram, a high draft pick, struggled to develop in Kuper’s first year - there were bright spots.
Christian Darrisaw, drafted just before Kuper’s arrival, blossomed into a high-end tackle, and the line as a whole showed flashes of promise. The jury’s still out on Kuper’s track record as a developer of talent, but he’s walking into a room with some blue-chip pieces already in place.
Wide Receiver Coaching Search Still in Flux
The search for a wide receivers coach remains unresolved - and the clock is ticking. With the offseason calendar moving quickly, the Eagles are running out of time to bring in a new voice for a talented but sometimes inconsistent receiver room.
One bright spot? Darius Cooper.
The young wideout has shown enough flashes to earn praise from inside the building. The coaching staff, including Aaron Moorehead during his tenure, was seen working closely with players like Johnny Wilson, pushing them to refine technique and improve consistency.
Moorehead’s departure leaves a void, and the Eagles need to find someone who can both connect with the players and elevate their game technically.
Jemal Singleton’s Steady Hand at RB
While other positions are in flux, the running back room remains in good hands with Jemal Singleton. His track record speaks for itself - backs who’ve come to Philadelphia under Singleton have often improved in areas where they previously struggled.
Whether it’s ball security, pass protection, or vision in zone schemes, Singleton has helped his players find new levels in their game. He’s not flashy, but he’s effective - and in a league where the margin for error is razor-thin, that matters.
A.J. Brown’s Future Looms Large
Then there’s the A.J. Brown situation - and it’s one that could define the Eagles’ offseason.
Brown is entering the back half of his contract, and with his cap number set to rise, the Eagles are facing a familiar decision: extend to lower the cap hit, or explore trade options while his value remains high. The challenge?
Brown hasn’t been producing at the elite level we saw early in his Philly tenure. He’s still a top-tier talent, but with no 1,400-yard seasons recently and some signs of frustration surfacing, the front office has a decision to make.
Even with the potential cap hit, Brown could bring back real value in a trade. He’s still a physical mismatch and a proven playmaker - the kind of player who could help another team immediately.
But the Eagles have to weigh that against what he brings to Jalen Hurts and the offense as a whole. Chemistry matters, and Brown has been a key part of this group’s identity.
What’s Next?
The Eagles aren’t done yet. With key coaching hires still to be made and major roster decisions looming, this is shaping up to be one of the more pivotal offseasons in recent memory. The pieces are moving, and the front office has shown it’s not afraid to shake things up in pursuit of another deep postseason run.
From the trenches to the skill positions, the Eagles are retooling - and the decisions they make in the coming weeks could shape their trajectory for years to come.