The Philadelphia Eagles are casting a wide net in their search for a new head coach, and one of the most intriguing names in the mix is Brian Daboll. According to reports, the team plans to interview the former Giants head coach as they evaluate their next leader on the sidelines.
Daboll, 50, is no stranger to the NFL grind. He’s been around the league for over two decades, building a reputation as a creative offensive mind with a knack for quarterback development.
While his recent stint with the Giants ended on a sour note, Daboll remains a hot commodity. In addition to the Eagles, he’s reportedly drawing interest for multiple offensive coordinator roles and even another head coaching interview with the Titans.
What makes Daboll such an appealing candidate? It starts with his coaching pedigree.
He broke into the NFL back in 2000 as a defensive assistant under Bill Belichick in New England-a program known for churning out sharp football minds. By 2002, he’d shifted to the offensive side, eventually becoming the Patriots’ wide receivers coach before moving on in 2006.
From there, Daboll bounced around, gaining experience in a variety of offensive roles. He coached quarterbacks for the Jets, called plays as offensive coordinator for the Browns, Dolphins, and Chiefs, and then returned to Foxborough in 2013 to coach tight ends. That stint included working closely with Rob Gronkowski, which certainly didn’t hurt his résumé.
After a year sharpening his play-calling chops at Alabama under Nick Saban, Daboll took over as offensive coordinator for the Buffalo Bills in 2018. That’s where his star really began to rise. He played a central role in developing Josh Allen into one of the league’s premier quarterbacks, helping transform Buffalo’s offense into one of the most dynamic units in the NFL.
That success in Buffalo led to Daboll landing his first head coaching gig with the New York Giants in 2022. His impact was immediate-he guided the team to a playoff berth and a postseason win in his debut season, earning NFL Coach of the Year honors.
But the momentum didn’t last. Over the next two seasons, the Giants struggled to maintain consistency, and Daboll’s tenure ended with a 20-40-1 overall record.
Still, that record doesn’t tell the full story. Daboll’s ability to elevate quarterbacks, adapt schemes, and connect with players makes him a compelling option for a team like Philadelphia. The Eagles are looking to rebound after a disappointing finish to their season, and they’re clearly prioritizing offensive innovation and leadership in their next hire.
Whether Daboll lands in Philly or elsewhere, he’s going to be one of the most closely watched names on the coaching carousel. And if he can recapture the magic he brought to Buffalo and early in his Giants tenure, whichever team hires him could be getting a coach ready for a serious second act.