The Philadelphia Eagles have finally filled their offensive coordinator vacancy-and it’s a name that might raise some eyebrows. Sean Mannion, the former Green Bay Packers quarterbacks coach, is stepping into the role under head coach Nick Sirianni. While Mannion doesn’t bring play-calling experience to the table, his quick rise through the coaching ranks speaks volumes about the trust and respect he’s earned in NFL circles.
Now the question becomes: who might follow him to Philadelphia?
Mannion developed strong ties in Green Bay, and with the Eagles looking to revamp key areas on offense, it wouldn’t be surprising if a few familiar faces from Lambeau Field made their way to the City of Brotherly Love. Let’s take a closer look at three Packers who could realistically join him in Philly-and why they’d make sense.
1. Elgton Jenkins (OL)
If the Eagles want to get back to dominating in the trenches, Jenkins is a name worth watching. Though he’s still under contract, he’s a potential cap casualty in Green Bay.
According to Spotrac, the Packers could save over $19.5 million by moving on from him this offseason. That kind of financial incentive, paired with the team’s need to retool its offensive line, makes a split feel more likely than not.
For Philadelphia, Jenkins would be more than just a plug-and-play lineman-he’d be a chess piece. While he’s been solid at center, his best work has come at left guard, where he earned All-Pro recognition. And with Jason Kelce’s retirement leaving a massive void, Jenkins could be used to push Cam Jurgens or even take over inside, depending on how the Eagles want to shuffle their front.
Don’t overlook his consistency, either. Since the start of the 2023 season, Jenkins has allowed just three sacks over 1,479 pass-blocking snaps, per Pro Football Focus. That kind of production is exactly what Philly needs to protect Jalen Hurts and reestablish its offensive identity.
2. Emanuel Wilson (RB)
The Eagles’ ground game took a noticeable step back last season. Outside of Saquon Barkley, who barely cracked 500 rushing yards, the backfield rotation was underwhelming. Jalen Hurts ended up as the team’s second-leading rusher-a stat that speaks volumes about the lack of consistency behind him.
Enter Emanuel Wilson. He’s not a household name, but he’s carved out a reputation as a reliable, versatile back in Green Bay.
He came just four yards shy of a second straight 500-yard season, and he’s found the end zone eight times over the past two years. That’s solid production for a guy playing behind a committee of backs.
Wilson also brings value in the passing game-26 catches for 147 yards and a touchdown over two seasons-and he’s shown poise in two-minute situations. He’s a restricted free agent this spring, but there’s a path to him becoming unrestricted depending on how Green Bay handles his tender. If that happens, Mannion could have a chance to bring in a familiar face who’d make a strong RB2 behind Barkley.
3. Romeo Doubs (WR)
This one would be a swing for the fences-but it’s the kind of move that could reshape the Eagles’ receiving corps.
With A.J. Brown’s future in Philly uncertain, and DeVonta Smith poised to take on a bigger role, the Eagles need more firepower at wide receiver.
Romeo Doubs fits the bill. After battling drop issues early in his career, he’s turned a corner and emerged as a reliable, big-play threat in Green Bay.
Despite sharing targets in a crowded receiver room, Doubs still posted 55 catches for 724 yards and six touchdowns on 85 targets this past season. He’s shown he can win downfield, operate in tight windows, and come through in the red zone. At just 25 years old, there’s still plenty of room for his game to grow.
If he becomes available-and that’s still a big “if” given his production-he’d be a strong fit in Philly’s offense. Pairing him with Hurts and Smith would give the Eagles a dynamic trio, and it would give Doubs a chance to step into a bigger spotlight on a team with championship aspirations.
Bottom Line
Sean Mannion may be new to the play-calling scene, but he’s not stepping into the role blind. He knows what kind of players fit his system, and he’s built strong relationships with guys who could help him hit the ground running in Philadelphia. Whether it’s a versatile lineman like Jenkins, a dependable back like Wilson, or a rising receiver like Doubs, there are real possibilities for familiar faces to follow Mannion east-and help the Eagles get back to contending in the NFC.