Eagles' offense struggles assessed after joint practices with Patriots
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 10:47 PM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026

The Philadelphia Eagles faced critical evaluations of their offense following joint practices with the New England Patriots on August 19, 2026. Insiders reported limited improvement, noting inconsistent run game success and a lack of explosive passing plays. Key injuries, particularly to top target DeVonta Smith, hindered performance, putting additional pressure on new offensive coordinator Sean Mannion. The Eagles aim to refine their offensive strategies ahead of the regular season.
- •Joint practices occurred on August 19, 2026, against the Patriots.
- •Eagles' offense showed limited progress, raising concerns among insiders.
- •Injuries to DeVonta Smith and Makai Lemon affected scrimmage participation.
- •Offensive coordinator Sean Mannion faces pressure to improve the unit.
- 10:47 PMYahoo Sports — Eagles’ Offense Gets Troubling Assessment After Patriots Joint Practices
"Every fan in the City of Brotherly Love just wants to hear something positive about the Philadelphia Eagles‘ offense. After watching Kevin Patullo’s system fail in a post-Super Bowl world during the 2025 NFL season, there is plenty of hope in the first-year offensive coordinator, Sean Mannion. The Eagles put the system to the test […] The post Eagles’ Offense Gets Troubling Assessment After Patriots Joint Practices appeared first on HEAVY.
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