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Doug Pederson's first press conference as head coach of the Philadelphia Eagles took place on Tuesday afternoon. Eagles Chairman and CEO Jeffrey Lurie also spoke. It certainly wasn't the most inspiring presser of all time, but a lot of topics were addressed. Here's a brief overview of what we learned. Some of these topics will be covered in more detail in separate posts here at BGN, so stay tuned.
Eagles coaching search process
Jeffrey Lurie says this Eagles coaching search process was "exhaustive."
— Brandon Lee Gowton (@BrandonGowton) January 19, 2016
Lurie says Eagles had 25 coaching candidates on their list. Reduced to 10 the team was very interested in. Eagles only interviewed six.
— Brandon Lee Gowton (@BrandonGowton) January 19, 2016
"At the end of the search, this was an easy call." - Lurie on the Pederson hire.
— Brandon Lee Gowton (@BrandonGowton) January 19, 2016
Lurie says no other coaching candidate than Pederson was offered the Eagles job.
— Brandon Lee Gowton (@BrandonGowton) January 19, 2016
Why Lurie chose Pederson
Lurie says Pederson is a "real smart strategic thinker." Thing that stood out the most.
— Brandon Lee Gowton (@BrandonGowton) January 19, 2016
Lurie says players wanted a coach who is comfortable in their own skin and can be genuine.
— Brandon Lee Gowton (@BrandonGowton) January 19, 2016
Lurie confirmed Eagles will search for new head of player personnel
Lurie confirms Eagles will do a search for a head of player personnel. Starts this week.
— Brandon Lee Gowton (@BrandonGowton) January 19, 2016
Lurie failed to clarify Howie Roseman's role because he said he doesn't want to give away details that could compromise a search for their new executive. Lurie did say he will hold Roseman accountable but he did not say how he will do that.
Jim Schwartz is the defensive coordinator
Doug Pederson officially confirms Jim Schwartz as defensive coordinator.
— Brandon Lee Gowton (@BrandonGowton) January 19, 2016
At least three Chip Kelly assistants are staying
Pederson confirms the Eagles will keep Dave Fipp and Jeff Stoutland.
— Brandon Lee Gowton (@BrandonGowton) January 19, 2016
Doug talking post-presser ... Said Pat Shurmur still in the mix for a spot on his coaching staff.
— Reuben Frank (@RoobCSN) January 19, 2016
Pederson just said on @CSNPhilly he is going to keep Duce Staley as RB coach.
— The700Level (@The700Level) January 19, 2016
Offensive coordinator hasn't been finalized
Pederson says he hasn’t officially decided on an offensive coordinator yet. Reports indicate it could be Frank Reich.
— Brandon Lee Gowton (@BrandonGowton) January 19, 2016
Pederson seems to like Sam Bradford, but Lurie wasn't so convincing
Pederson: "I think Sam Bradford is a quality quarterback. I think he’s a top notch QB."
— Brandon Lee Gowton (@BrandonGowton) January 19, 2016
Lurie won’t say if Bradford is a franchise QB or not. Defers to personnel people.
— Brandon Lee Gowton (@BrandonGowton) January 19, 2016
Pederson will call plays
Doug Pederson says he’ll call plays for the Eagles.
— Brandon Lee Gowton (@BrandonGowton) January 19, 2016
Pederson was responsible for the Chiefs' final drive taking so long against the Patriots
Doug Pederson says he called the plays on the Chiefs drive that took so long at end of Patriots game.
— Brandon Lee Gowton (@BrandonGowton) January 19, 2016
Pederson didn't commit to a specific offensive style
Pederson says his offense plays to the strength of his players.
— Brandon Lee Gowton (@BrandonGowton) January 19, 2016
Who will have final say on the roster?
Doug Pederson says final control over roster is a "collaborative effort."
— Brandon Lee Gowton (@BrandonGowton) January 19, 2016
Players Pederson is looking forward to working with
Jason Peters, Brent Celek among players Doug Pederson mentions he looks forward to working with.
— Brandon Lee Gowton (@BrandonGowton) January 19, 2016
Pederson also mentioned Jason Kelce.
Pederson believes the Eagles can rebound quickly
Can the Eagles be back in serious playoff contention next season? Doug Pederson says yes.
— Brandon Lee Gowton (@BrandonGowton) January 19, 2016
Sounds like the Eagles won't be going back to Lehigh for training camp
Doug Pederson says he likes the idea of keeping training camp in Philly.
— Brandon Lee Gowton (@BrandonGowton) January 19, 2016
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