The Ringer's Philly Special State of the Eagles, and Mailbag With Zach Berman!
Oct 14, 2025
Zach Berman, a seasoned Eagles reporter from The Athletic, joins the conversation to dissect the team's recent struggles. He shares insights from Kevin Patullo's presser about coaching dynamics and evaluates Lane Johnson's candid critique of the offense's predictability. With AJ Brown's frustrations mounted, they address trade speculation and the need for better targeting. Berman also reflects on owner Jeffrey Lurie's perspective and the urgency for improvement. Plus, listener questions spark lively discussions on everything from sports culture to travel tips.
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Patullo's Guarded Messaging
- Kevin Patullo gave short, guarded answers and emphasized both doing his job better and situational fixes.
- The coaching staff's public message is avoiding blame while internally they still assign responsibility.
Cornerback Health Creates Gameplan Drift
- Quinyon Mitchell's hamstring left the cornerback plan uncertain for Sunday against Justin Jefferson.
- Adoree Jackson is ahead of Keely Ringo and Cooper Kupp usage could shift if Mitchell misses.
Lane Johnson's Comments Matter
- Players are sounding alarms about predictability and poor in-game adjustments.
- Lane Johnson's blunt comments carry weight because they reach ownership and front office ears.
