Overview
- Barkley told NFL Network’s The Insiders he is “super excited” and described Mannion’s scheme as unlike any he has played in.
- He said he has met Mannion but they have not yet broken down X’s and O’s, framing this phase as introductions before deeper install work.
- Philadelphia overhauled its offensive staff with Josh Grizzard, Ryan Mahaffey, Chris Kuper and Parks Frazier, with Mannion set to call plays after his Green Bay QBs coach stint.
- The reset follows a 2025 downturn in which the Eagles ranked 19th in scoring and 24th in yards, leading to Kevin Patullo’s exit and Mannion’s Jan. 29 hire.
- Entering Year 9, Barkley is shifting his offseason training toward longevity and coordination—using trampolines and a hula hoop—while A.J. Brown trade speculation persists, with Barkley noting Brown is a longtime Patriots fan.