The Seattle Seahawks have made a significant move by hiring Brian Fleury, formerly the San Francisco 49ers' tight ends coach, as their new offensive coordinator. Fleury steps in to fill the shoes of Klint Kubiak, who departed to become the head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders.
This transition brings to mind the recent journey of the Philadelphia Eagles. In 2024, the Eagles soared through the season, dominating opponents and clinching a Super Bowl victory against the Kansas City Chiefs.
However, the departure of their offensive coordinator, Kellen Moore, to the New Orleans Saints marked the beginning of their struggles. Despite retaining much of their roster, the Eagles' offense faltered in 2025, with running back Saquon Barkley and the rest of the unit unable to replicate their previous success.
The Eagles' offensive woes were laid bare during the playoffs when they faced a depleted 49ers defense in the Wild Card round. Despite the Niners' challenges, Philadelphia's offense couldn't find its rhythm, leading to an upset loss. The fallout saw replacement coordinator Kevin Patullo dismissed at the season's end.
The Seahawks now find themselves at a similar crossroads. Kubiak's brief tenure in Seattle was marked by an effective offensive strategy that complemented their formidable defense, culminating in a Super Bowl triumph. The Seahawks' offense managed to secure key victories, including high-scoring battles against the Los Angeles Rams.
The question now is whether Fleury can sustain or even enhance this offensive prowess. While he brings familiarity with the offensive schemes, success isn't guaranteed.
Quarterback Sam Darnold, entering his second year in Seattle, faces the challenge of adapting to a new play caller. His past struggles with inconsistent coaching could resurface if the transition doesn't go smoothly.
For the 49ers, there's a hope that the Seahawks might face hurdles similar to the Eagles' recent experience. Yet, with Seattle's defense remaining a formidable force, they could still pose a significant threat even if the offense experiences growing pains under Fleury's guidance.