After the season-ending loss, the Eagles announced they would move on from Kevin Patullo as offensive coordinator, while there was chatter that special teams coordinator Michael Clay could be lured to another role across the league. However, the team found a way to keep Clay in town. 🧩
Ian Rapoport reported that the Eagles and Michael Clay have agreed to a new contract to return, and that Clay, one of the more coveted special-teams coaches in the league, chose to remain in Philadelphia. He drew significant interest but elected to stay home. 🎯
Clay’s path to prominence includes a rapid rise after a brief NFL playing career. He began with the Eagles, then spent time with the 49ers before returning to Philadelphia in 2021, where he has served as the special teams coordinator and gained steady attention for his work. His re-signing is viewed as a win for the Eagles. 🛡️
But there is still much work ahead. The Eagles must hire a new offensive coordinator to replace Patullo and begin roster upgrades to address holes that surfaced late in the season. If the plan comes together, Philadelphia could again enter 2026 as one of the league’s top teams. 🚀
