Doug Pederson fired with the Philadelphia Eagles three years after winning the franchise’s only Super Bowl title; The Eagles won four times in the 2020 NFL season; Eagles chairman Jeffrey Lurie talks about the need to move into a ‘new chapter’
Last updated: 11/01/21 8:11 pm
Doug Pederson led the Eagles to the 2017 Super Bowl title
The Philadelphia Eagles have fired coach Doug Pederson less than three years after leading them to the franchise’s only Super Bowl title.
Pederson led the Eagles to two division titles and three playoff shows before going 4-11-1 in 2020.
His overall record with the franchise, to which he joined in 2016, was 42-37-1 over five seasons.
After winning the Super Bowl title in 2017, the Eagles were in the rematch again the following two seasons after going 9-7 both years, but they only won. four times in 2020.
Eagles chairman and CEO Jeffrey Lurie said in a statement: “I have spent the last few weeks evaluating everything from the past year and looking forward. We are all extremely disappointed with the way our season was turned and wishing to turn things around, not only next season but also for the future of the franchise.
“Coach (Doug) Pederson and I had the opportunity to sit down and discuss what that common vision would move forward with. After taking some time to reflect on these conversations, I believe it is in our interest to separate ways.
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“I have known Doug and his family for over 20 years and they will always be my family. I have great respect for him and everything we have achieved together over the last five seasons.
“Everyone in the group understands the kind of person and coach he is, and what he means to us all as well as the City of Philadelphia. We are all looking forward to the day. was introduced to the Eagle Hall of Fame as a Super Bowl-winning head coach, and we are confident he will be a success with his next team.
“But as the leader of this group, it is vital for me to do what I believe is in the best interests of all as we look to the future and move into the next. we chapter.
“I know we have a job to do to get back to where we want to be, but I also believe we have a very strong group of people in this group who will help set us up for success. in the future. “
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