After five seasons in the NFC East, Brian Johnson is taking his talents to the West Coast, joining Sean McVay’s staff with the Los Angeles Rams as a senior offensive assistant. The Rams made the announcement official on Monday, marking a new chapter for Johnson after his time with the Philadelphia Eagles.
Eagles fans might remember Johnson’s brief stint as the offensive coordinator in 2023, a season that had its ups and downs. While the offense struggled with blitzes, it wasn't all doom and gloom compared to Kevin Patullo’s challenging 2025 season.
Here's a quick look back at the numbers:
2023 Eagles Offense:
- 8th in points per game
- 9th in yards per game
- 6th in success rate
- 7th in EPA per play
- 10th in DVOA
2025 Eagles Offense:
- 19th in points per game
- 24th in yards per game
- 23rd in success rate
- 17th in EPA per play
- 17th in DVOA
Interestingly, the Eagles were seventh in cash spending on offense in 2023, jumping to first in 2025.
After his time in Philly, Johnson moved to the Washington Commanders, where he served as assistant head coach and offensive pass game coordinator. His work contributed to Jayden Daniels’ impressive rookie year in 2024. Despite injuries and a third-string quarterback situation in 2025, Washington’s offense showed flashes of potential and was more cost-effective than the Eagles.
2025 Commanders Offense:
- 23rd in points per game
- 22nd in yards per game
- 9th in success rate
- 16th in EPA per play
- 23rd in DVOA
Johnson’s departure from Washington comes after David Blough’s promotion to offensive coordinator, leading him to join former Commanders OC Kliff Kingsbury in Los Angeles.
McVay, known for his offensive prowess, clearly sees potential in Johnson. It’s not hard to imagine Johnson stepping into an offensive coordinator role again in the future. For now, fans can look forward to his return to Philadelphia when the Rams face the Eagles this season.