Eagles Make it Official: Vic Fangio Hired as Defensive Coordinator
The Philadelphia Eagles have officially announced the hiring of Vic Fangio as their new defensive coordinator, confirming recent reports. The team issued a statement from head coach Nick Sirianni, praising Fangio’s reputation as a brilliant defensive mind with a tremendous knowledge of the game, passion, and work ethic. Sirianni expressed his excitement for the coaching staff and players to learn from Fangio.
Fangio was the Eagles’ desired defensive coordinator candidate last year to replace Jonathan Gannon. However, the team turned to Sean Desai and later promoted Matt Patricia. After a year with the Miami Dolphins, Fangio is returning to his home state of Pennsylvania to join the Eagles. With a strong track record, the team is hopeful that Fangio can improve their defense, which ranked poorly in various statistical categories in the 2023 season.
The Eagles are looking to raise the floor of their defense and improve their personnel under Fangio’s leadership. While they hope to become an elite defense, the main goal is to elevate the unit’s performance from a bottom-five ranking to mere competency. With a high-level offense and a more competent defense, the Eagles aim to contend for championships.
Fangio’s hiring is widely praised, as he is considered one of the most respected defensive minds in the NFL. In a 2022 article via The Athletic, he was described as the most influential defensive coordinator in modern NFL. He was also praised by successful play callers such as Sean McVay, Kyle Shanahan, and Matt LaFleur.
In contrast to Desai’s limited experience, the Eagles have placed their trust in Fangio’s ability to lead the defense without additional supervision. There is also potential for defensive continuity, as Fangio is unlikely to attract head coach interest after his unsuccessful stint with the Denver Broncos.
While the Fangio hire is not without its potential concerns, the Eagles believe it was the right decision. They hope his experience and expertise will have a positive impact on the team’s performance. Overall, the Eagles are looking forward to welcoming Fangio back to Philadelphia.
The Philadelphia Eagles’ New Defensive Coordinator: Vic Fangio
The Philadelphia Eagles have officially announced the hiring of Vic Fangio as their new defensive coordinator, confirming recent reports. The team issued a statement from head coach Nick Sirianni, praising Fangio’s reputation as a brilliant defensive mind with a tremendous knowledge of the game, passion, and work ethic. Sirianni expressed his excitement for the coaching staff and players to learn from Fangio.
Fangio was the Eagles’ desired defensive coordinator candidate last year to replace Jonathan Gannon. However, the team turned to Sean Desai and later promoted Matt Patricia. After a year with the Miami Dolphins, Fangio is returning to his home state of Pennsylvania to join the Eagles. With a strong track record, the team is hopeful that Fangio can improve their defense, which ranked poorly in various statistical categories in the 2023 season.
The Eagles are looking to raise the floor of their defense and improve their personnel under Fangio’s leadership. While they hope to become an elite defense, the main goal is to elevate the unit’s performance from a bottom-five ranking to mere competency. With a high-level offense and a more competent defense, the Eagles aim to contend for championships.
Fangio’s hiring is widely praised, as he is considered one of the most respected defensive minds in the NFL. In a 2022 article via The Athletic, he was described as the most influential defensive coordinator in modern NFL. He was also praised by successful play callers such as Sean McVay, Kyle Shanahan, and Matt LaFleur.
In contrast to Desai’s limited experience, the Eagles have placed their trust in Fangio’s ability to lead the defense without additional supervision. There is also potential for defensive continuity, as Fangio is unlikely to attract head coach interest after his unsuccessful stint with the Denver Broncos.
While the Fangio hire is not without its potential concerns, the Eagles believe it was the right decision. They hope his experience and expertise will have a positive impact on the team’s performance. Overall, the Eagles are looking forward to welcoming Fangio back to Philadelphia.
