Eagles Legend LeSean McCoy’s Bold Criticism of Offensive Coordinator
Philadelphia Eagles legend LeSean “Shady” McCoy has made headlines with his scathing criticism of the team’s offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo. During a recent appearance on the “Speakeasy” podcast with Emmanuel Acho and Kieran Hickey-Semple, McCoy didn’t mince words about his feelings regarding the Eagles’ offensive struggles this season. “If he’s back, I’m leaving the Eagles,” McCoy declared bluntly, even suggesting he would be willing to have his retired number 25 removed from the team’s Hall of Fame if Patullo remains with the organization. This extraordinary statement demonstrates just how strongly the Eagles legend feels about the current offensive leadership.
McCoy’s frustration stems from watching the once-powerful Eagles offense struggle significantly this season. Despite their respectable 8-5 record, Philadelphia has plummeted in offensive rankings compared to last year. They currently sit 24th in yards per game (309.4), 22nd in rushing yards per game (110.5), and 19th in points per game (22.2) – all dramatic drops from their 2024 performance. What makes these statistics particularly disappointing is that the team features star running back Saquon Barkley, who rushed for over 2,000 yards last season. McCoy believes these offensive woes fall squarely on Patullo’s shoulders, not on quarterback Jalen Hurts, who recently had a disastrous performance with five turnovers in the team’s 22-19 overtime loss to the Los Angeles Chargers.
What makes McCoy’s criticism especially significant is his stature within the Eagles organization. As a Hall of Famer whose number has been retired, his opinion carries substantial weight among the fanbase. He’s not alone in his frustration, either – many Eagles supporters have been vocal about their disappointment with Patullo’s offensive schemes throughout the season. The situation has grown so tense that some fans allegedly threw eggs at Patullo’s New Jersey home, an incident that went viral online. McCoy was explicit about where he places blame, defending both Hurts and head coach Nick Sirianni while focusing his criticism entirely on the offensive coordinator, saying, “Give the kicker my number if Kevin is still there.”
The Eagles’ current offensive struggles are particularly concerning given their recent success. As the reigning Super Bowl champions, expectations were high for the team to continue their offensive dominance. Instead, they’ve lost three straight games, with their latest defeat featuring a career-high five turnovers from Hurts. The final turnover – an interception by Tony Jefferson at the Chargers’ goal line – sealed the Eagles’ fate in overtime. Throughout the game, the Eagles defense provided multiple opportunities for the offense to succeed, but execution errors and poor offensive strategy repeatedly squandered these chances, fueling McCoy’s criticism of Patullo’s game planning and play-calling.
Despite their recent struggles, the Eagles still maintain a favorable position in the playoff race. They currently lead the NFC East and would hold the third seed in the NFC if the season ended today. However, with the Dallas Cowboys (6-6-1) still within striking distance of the division title, Philadelphia faces pressure to improve their offensive output quickly. The remaining four games of their regular season present a relatively favorable schedule, with matchups against the struggling Las Vegas Raiders (2-11) and Washington Commanders (3-10) twice, along with one challenging contest against the Buffalo Bills (9-4). This gives the Eagles an opportunity to potentially correct course before the playoffs begin.
McCoy’s outspoken criticism represents the growing frustration surrounding an Eagles team that appears to be underperforming relative to its talent. While the defense has kept them competitive in most games, the offense’s inability to consistently produce points threatens to derail their championship aspirations. The coming weeks will determine whether the Eagles can address their offensive issues and silence critics like McCoy, or whether his harsh assessment of Patullo will gain further validation. For now, the legendary running back has made his position crystal clear – in his view, the team’s offensive future depends on making a change at coordinator, even if it means removing his own honored place in Eagles history.
