Sean Mannion tries sideline and booth calls in preseason games
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 9:15 PM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
Eagles offensive coordinator Sean Mannion is testing different locations for calling plays in preseason games. He successfully called plays from the sideline in the first game, reporting effective communication and smooth operation. Mannion plans to call the next game from the booth to gain further perspective. This approach mirrors practices by other NFC East offensive coordinators as they evaluate the most effective setup prior to the regular season.
- •Sean Mannion calls plays from both sideline and booth.
- •First game from the sideline reported as smooth with clear communication.
- •Mannion aims to assess both perspectives in the preseason.
- •This strategy is relevant among NFC East offensive coordinators.
- •Next preseason game will see Mannion in the booth for a trial.
- 9:15 PMYahoo Sports — Sean Mannion is experimenting with calling offense from sideline, booth
"Half of the NFC East's offensive coordinators are trying to figure out where to best call games.
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