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McDermott to officially be named DC

 

The Philadelphia Eagles today announced they have officially named Sean McDermottdefensive coordinator. Head coach Andy Reid will introduce McDermott at a press conference at 1 PM on Saturday which you can see live on PhiladelphiaEagles.com.

McDermott, 35, was one of the few NFL assistants to have successfully mentored two different position groups, after stints as a linebackers coach and a secondary coach. He worked closely with Jim Johnson in all phases of the defensive game plan and was the longest tenured defensive assistant coach under Johnson.

per PhiladelphiaEagles.com

The report also states that Andy will address Jim Johnson's status at the press conference tomorrow.  This seems to be a clear indication that the organization does not expect Jim Johnson back anytime soon, if ever.  I know everyone here at BGN wishes Mr. Johnson and his family nothing but the best, and we all hope and pray for his battle with cancer to prevail.  It's impossible to replace a man like Jim Johnson, but Sean McDermott has the confidence of the players and the coaching staff, has been in the system for several years and by all reports is a bright, competitive coach ready to make this defense his own.