Eagles emphasize crossing routes in offense under Sean Mannion
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 6:38 PM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026

The Philadelphia Eagles are adopting crossing routes as a core element of their offense under Sean Mannion. During preseason practices and games, these plays have proved effective in creating separation and facilitating quick, high-percentage throws for quarterbacks like Jalen Hurts and Tanner McKee. The versatility of crossing routes allows the offense to adapt to both man and zone coverages, exploiting defensive weaknesses. As the preseason continues, Mannion's approach seems geared towards maximizing the skills of players like DeVonta Smith and Dallas Goedert, indicating a strategic focus as the regular season approaches.
- •Sean Mannion showcases a strong preference for crossing routes in offense.
- •Crossing concepts have been effective for quarterbacks in training camp.
- •Players like Darius Cooper have excelled in creating yardage after catches.
- •The Eagles' roster is well-suited for this offensive approach.
- •Preseason patterns suggest these concepts will be foundational in regular season.
- 6:38 PMYahoo Sports — Crossing routes could be a staple of Eagles' offense under Sean Mannion
"Sean Mannion's offense may be creating easy answers for quarterbacks and difficult decisions for defenders.
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