The Philadelphia Eagles are still searching for their next offensive coordinator, and the buzz around the vacancy has taken a turn-mostly toward the negative. With several top candidates reportedly passing on the opportunity-including Mike McDaniel, Brian Daboll, and most recently, Zac Robinson-questions are swirling about how attractive this job really is.
Some have gone as far as to call it one of the least desirable coordinator roles in the NFL right now, citing everything from the intensity of the Philadelphia media and fan base to the challenges of working with head coach Nick Sirianni, quarterback Jalen Hurts, and star receiver A.J. Brown. But not everyone sees it that way.
FOX NFL analyst Greg Olsen offered a very different perspective during a recent appearance on Jason Kelce’s New Heights podcast. Olsen didn’t just defend the position-he endorsed it.
“If I'm an offensive playcaller, I'm doing everything in my power to get that job. I want to go call plays in Philadelphia...that's a great job.”
And he’s not wrong to see the upside. Because while the Eagles’ OC job comes with pressure, it also comes with a whole lot of potential.
Let’s start in the trenches-where the Eagles are still built to dominate. Jordan Mailata and Lane Johnson anchor the edges as one of the best tackle duos in football, both capable of handling elite pass rushers and paving the way in the run game.
Landon Dickerson, when healthy, is a Pro Bowl-caliber guard, and Cam Jurgens is coming into his own at center. That’s a line most coordinators would dream of scheming behind.
Then there’s the backfield. Saquon Barkley, when given space, is still one of the most explosive backs in the league.
He can take a routine carry and turn it into a highlight, and he’s a legitimate weapon in the passing game. Add in Tank Bigsby as a physical, downhill complement, and you’ve got a versatile running back room that can handle a variety of game scripts.
On the outside, the Eagles boast one of the league’s premier receiver tandems in A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith.
Brown brings the physicality and big-play ability, while Smith offers elite route-running and hands. Yes, there’s been some noise around Brown’s demeanor and sideline moments, but his production speaks volumes-and any coordinator worth their salt knows how to manage personalities as well as playbooks.
And then there’s Jalen Hurts-the centerpiece. When fully unleashed as both a passer and a runner, Hurts is a top-10 quarterback in this league.
He protects the football, makes smart decisions, and has proven he can lead a team deep into the postseason. But maximizing Hurts means leaning into his dual-threat ability.
If a new OC tries to limit his usage on the ground-whether due to injury concerns or philosophical differences-they risk leaving a major part of the offense on the shelf.
That’s the balancing act in Philly: you’ve got the tools to build a top-10 offense, maybe even top-five, but you’ve also got to handle the heat. The expectations are sky-high.
The media will ask the tough questions. The fans will let you know when things aren’t working.
And the locker room? It’s full of veterans who’ve been to the mountaintop and expect to get back.
But for the right coach, this job isn’t a risk-it’s an opportunity. The Eagles aren’t a rebuilding team looking for answers.
They’re a playoff-caliber roster looking for the right voice to steer the ship. The talent is there.
The infrastructure is there. And if you can handle the pressure, the rewards could be enormous.
So yes, the job comes with challenges. But make no mistake: this is still one of the most intriguing offensive coordinator openings in the NFL.