The OC Search thread

[sfphillyfan]

McDaniel is out. He’s gonna sign with the Chargers.

[ThoughtProcess]

Whither Daboll? He could be in play for HC in Buffalo.

[ThoughtProcess]

Also, McDaniel hasn't yet signed with the Chargers yet, though that is the Chargers intention. Theoretically he could back out...

[ThoughtProcess]

https://www.bleedinggreennation.com/...dates-by-tiers

BRIAN DABOLL


Former New York Giants head coach
Pros


Daboll checks almost every structural requirement the Eagles should be targeting: he’s a proven NFL play-caller, he has a tangible quarterback development track record, and he has demonstrated adaptability across different personnel and different eras of offensive football. His work in Buffalo stands out as one of the best offensive development jobs of the last decade, transforming Josh Allen from a traits-first passer into a layered processor who could beat defenses with anticipation, coverage recognition, and intermediate manipulation.

At Alabama, he leaned into heavy personnel and power-run concepts; in Buffalo, he built a spread/RPO base with vertical stress; in New York, he pivoted to quick game, misdirection, and manufactured touches due to offensive line talent and injuries. Daboll also has meaningful relational overlap: he worked with Sirianni in Kansas City, coached Hurts at Alabama, and also knows Barkley and DeVonta Smith personally

Daboll would bring legitimate autonomy. Part of the Eagles’ stated intent is to let the new OC “run the offense” and inject their own identity. Daboll’s r?sum? gives him the authority to actually do that, which is something that younger or system-derived candidates would struggle to demand.
Cons


The concerns with Daboll are not schematic; they are interpersonal. He is a demanding coach who holds players to a high standard and can be combustible on the sideline. To be frank, he looks like a bit of an idiot at times on the sideline. That can be constructive for some quarterbacks, but it can also challenge building dynamics when the system hits adversity. His stint with the Giants included visible sideline tension, staff turnover, and communication issues with offensive assistants.

There is also a real question of power distribution. Hiring Daboll would require Sirianni to fully relinquish offensive control. That kind of autonomy is something the Eagles have historically been hesitant to grant unless the hires were explicitly brought in to run the show I don’t think Daboll would not accept a role where he is simply collaborating.
Overall Thoughts


If the Eagles want experience, structure, quarterback development, and a coach who can orchestrate an offense without training wheels, Daboll is one of the cleanest fits available. He would raise the floor immediately and should introduce a functional identity. However, the temperament scares me a little. Hiring Daboll is a choice to bring in a strong voice, not a steward. It would require the building to truly be ready for an OC to run the offense and challenge everyone, including the head coach!

[ThoughtProcess]

I was intrigued by McDaniel. Even if he's not yet put pen to paper, I would expect him to do so.

[dawkins20]

As quirky as he is, McDaniel was my #1. Probably went for weather. Not all that excited about Daboll. Just never liked him. At this point, hoping Joe Brady shakes free

[NoDakIggle]

I’m not excited about Daboll. I can just see him and Sirianni blowing up on the sidelines.
I just hope they are casting a wide net. While the regurgitated big names are familiar and sound like solid picks they are regurgitated for a reason. I can remember the Indiana coach Cignetti at little FCS James Madison playing ND State years ago. He was a nobody coach until now when he is admired for his program.
Brady would be good IMM but I just don’t think they get him. I’d like to see someone new. The problem with that is whether there are divas on the Eagles O that won’t accept someone new.