The NFL Players Association's annual team report cards might not be officially published anymore, but that hasn't stopped the buzz from spreading. ESPN managed to snag the results of the NFLPA survey, which gathered feedback from 1,759 players, shedding light on how teams stack up across various categories.
The Philadelphia Eagles landed 20th out of 32 teams, a slight improvement from their 22nd spot in 2024. Let's break down the Eagles' performance across the board:
- Treatment of Families: C+
- Home Game Field: A
- Food/Dining Area: A
- Nutritionist/Dietician: B+
- Locker Room: D
- Training Room: B-
- Training Staff: A
- Weight Room: A-
- Strength Coaches: A-
- Position Coaches: A-
- Offensive Coordinator: C+
- Defensive Coordinator: A+
- Special Teams Coordinator: A
- Team Travel: F
- Head Coach: A
- General Manager: B
- Team Ownership: B
In the 11 categories repeated from last year, the Eagles showed improvement in seven, held steady in three, and slipped in one-specifically, their locker room, which dipped from a D+ to a D.
The coaching staff received high praise, with Defensive Coordinator Vic Fangio earning an A+, Head Coach Nick Sirianni an A, and Special Teams Coordinator Michael Clay also securing an A. However, former Offensive Coordinator Kevin Patullo scored a C+ after a challenging season. Despite some external skepticism, Sirianni seems to have the players' support.
For the second consecutive year, the Eagles received an F for team travel. A recurring complaint is the lack of first-class seating for players on flights, a point of contention that remains unresolved.
The locker room's downgrade from a D+ to a D highlights concerns about the aging facilities at the Jefferson Health Training Complex, which, despite a new name, hasn't seen significant updates in its 25-year history.
Overall, while the Eagles have made strides in several areas, there's still room for growth, particularly in travel accommodations and facility upgrades.