Eagles Turn to Veteran Coach Grizzard as Mannion Takes Helm
The Philadelphia Eagles are set to bolster their passing game with the appointment of Josh Grizzard, a former Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive coordinator, according to ESPN. Grizzard had previously interviewed for the team's top coaching job but ultimately fell short, with Sean Mannion taking the reins.
Grizzard's credentials are impressive, having spent nine seasons in the NFL as an assistant coach. He played safety at Yale before transitioning into coaching roles, including stints with the Miami Dolphins and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. As a coordinator, Grizzard is looking to build on his experience behind the scenes, having previously led the Bucs' pass game.
The Buccaneers' offense was impressive in 2024 but took a step back in 2025 due to injuries. However, Grizzard's familiarity with high-powered offenses could prove beneficial for the Eagles. Mannion is relatively inexperienced as an NFL coach, having taken the helm just three years ago, while Grizzard brings nine seasons of coaching experience.
The pairing could help kickstart an offense that struggled last season. With both Mannion and Grizzard coming from successful explosive offenses in the NFC, there's potential for a significant upgrade to the Eagles' passing game.
The Philadelphia Eagles are set to bolster their passing game with the appointment of Josh Grizzard, a former Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive coordinator, according to ESPN. Grizzard had previously interviewed for the team's top coaching job but ultimately fell short, with Sean Mannion taking the reins.
Grizzard's credentials are impressive, having spent nine seasons in the NFL as an assistant coach. He played safety at Yale before transitioning into coaching roles, including stints with the Miami Dolphins and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. As a coordinator, Grizzard is looking to build on his experience behind the scenes, having previously led the Bucs' pass game.
The Buccaneers' offense was impressive in 2024 but took a step back in 2025 due to injuries. However, Grizzard's familiarity with high-powered offenses could prove beneficial for the Eagles. Mannion is relatively inexperienced as an NFL coach, having taken the helm just three years ago, while Grizzard brings nine seasons of coaching experience.
The pairing could help kickstart an offense that struggled last season. With both Mannion and Grizzard coming from successful explosive offenses in the NFC, there's potential for a significant upgrade to the Eagles' passing game.
. The Bucs' offense did take a hit last season, but maybe that's just the nature of the beast when you're dealin with injuries and whatnot 
, grizzard sounds like a total genius 
, 9 years of exp is insane for a rookie coach and he's got the right skills to revamp our offense 
...mannion's gonna get roasted if we don't see some serious improvements ASAP 
, but with grizzard on board, i'm feeling confident we can go all the way this season 
! i mean, grizzard is like a total expert when it comes to offense, right? i can already imagine him working with mannion and they just click 
. i wish i was in the eagles' squad 
I'm loving this move by the Eagles! It's like they're saying "we can't wait for the next big thing" 
. The question is, are they being proactive or reactive? Are they really building a future team with Mannion and Grizzard, or just patching up the current hole? And what about the politics behind it - did they have to go through hoops to get Grizzard in the door? I think we might be looking at a power struggle between the new coach and the team's front office. 
... Mannion on the other hand is all about innovation and adapting to new situations - that's what Philly needs right now! Plus, I'm pretty sure Grizzard's gonna be the one calling plays on game day while Mannion's over here strategizing and making the big decisions 
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. Plus, Mannion's still relatively new to the coaching game, so having Grizzard on board might help him learn and adapt faster 
. Nine seasons of experience is nothing to sneeze at, but Mannion's still got some learning curves to tackle 
. If Grizzard can whip him into shape, they might just make that passing game pop like a champagne bottle 
. And hey, who needs a flashy new coach when you've got an old-school veteran like Grizzard leading the way? It's like they're saying, "Hey, let's go with the OG" 
. I'm rooting for them, but only if it means more Philly cheesesteak celebrations 
He's got potential, but I'm not sure if he's got the experience to lead this team. The pairing of Mannion and Grizzard could be a game-changer, though. If they can get that offense firing on all cylinders, it could make the Eagles a real contender in the NFC 
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. I mean, have you guys tried to post a thread or two lately? It takes forever! And don't even get me started on the formatting... 
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. But what really worries me is that we don't even have a decent way to discuss sports news without getting into drama and spam 
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. And let's not forget, he was part of an offense that actually showed up last season despite some key injuries 
! Mannion needs a vet like Grizzard to show him the ropes and help him take it to the next level 
. I'm loving this move, Eagles are gonna be UNSTOPPABLE in 2025 
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. The Bucs' D was all over the place last year, so maybe this is just what they needed - some fresh blood 
. Fingers crossed it works out! 
Not to mention he was a key part of Tampa Bay's offense last season, which should translate well to Philly 
Could be a big difference maker