Eagles Hire New OL Coach, Aim for Line Dominance

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The Philadelphia Eagles have parter ways with longtime offensive line coach Jeff Stoutland

after 13 years, a move that shocked many fans since.

He built the league's top unit year after year.

The team quickly hired Chris Cooper from the Vikings to take over, aiming to get back to

dominance upfront.

Stoutland had already lost his run game coordinator duties this season amidst struggles on the ground,

even with 2005 rushing yards in the regular season.

Injuries like Lane Johnson's foot issue played a role, and now first year offensive coordinator

Sean Manion plans a wide zone scheme inspired by.

Coaches like Kyle Shanahan to fix those mismatches.

All pro tackle Lane Johnson spoke out recently, suggesting Stoutland could stick around in some

capacity for the upcoming season despite the change.

Eagles players and fans alike have mixed feelings, given how much Stoutland meant to the

line success.

Cooper faces a tall task after Minnesota ranked dead last in interior pressure protection,

three of the last four years, cycling through 25, different line combos last season alone.

Still, Philly hopes his experience restores their edge.

With Johnson returning for year 14 and a fresh scheme in place, the Eagles' line looks

poised for rebound as they gear up for next season.