Eagles Hire Vikings Assistant Chris Kuper as New Offensive Line Coach to Replace Jeff Stoutland
The Philadelphia Eagles are hiring Chris Kuper as their new offensive line coach, replacing Jeff Stoutland who led the team’s star-studded line for 13 years. Kuper, 43, previously served as the Vikings’ offensive line coach for four seasons and played eight NFL seasons with the Denver Broncos. His hiring follows significant changes in the Eagles' offensive staff, including the firing of offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo and the departure of Stoutland, who was also coordinating the run game since 2018. Kuper has extensive experience coaching in schemes similar to those used by the Eagles, and his playing background adds credibility to a veteran group. The Eagles' offensive line, featuring Pro Bowlers Lane Johnson and Landon Dickerson, is expected to return healthier next season. The team is likely to address the line further in the upcoming draft. The team has also added Sean Mannion as offensive coordinator, with Kuper crossing paths with him during his time with the Vikings. Other staff changes include hiring Ryan Mahaffey as run game coordinator/tight ends coach. Despite these adjustments, the Eagles aim to improve an offense that underperformed in 2025. The team remains cautious about roster changes, including trade rumors involving wide receiver A.J. Brown, amid ongoing roster and scheme evaluations.
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