It’s currently unknown if Brian Johnson will return to Philadelphia as the Eagle’s offensive coordinator, but he’s certainly racking up the head coaching interview.
The Panthers and Titans had previously expressed interest in Johnson, and Adam Schefter is reporting that the former Utah quarterback will interview with the Atlanta Falcons.
Falcons interviewed Eagles’ Offensive Coordinator Brian Johnson for their head coach opening.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) January 18, 2024
Atlanta is said to have a second interview scheduled with former Patriots head coach Bill Belichick, and the interview with Johnson could be just a way to comply with the NFL’s Rooney Rule.
Johnson is in his third season with the Eagles and was promoted to offensive coordinator following the 2022 campaign when Philadelphia finished 14-3 en route to a Super Bowl LVII appearance.
Before being named offensive coordinator, Johnson was the Eagles quarterbacks coach from 2021-22, playing a crucial role in the development of Jalen Hurts, who posted the second-highest winning percentage (.733, 22-8) among NFL quarterbacks in that span, trailing only Patrick Mahomes (.765, 26-8).
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