The Philadelphia Eagles have made a significant adjustment to their coaching lineup by bringing in former NFL player Chris Kuper as their offensive line coach for the 2026 season. This move follows their decision to replace offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo with Sean Mannion after their offense’s scoring average dropped from 27.2 points per game during their Super Bowl-winning year to 22.3 PPG in 2025.
New Additions to Strengthen the Eagles’ Offensive Coaching
Philadelphia continued to reshape their coaching staff on Monday by adding Chris Kuper, who previously served as the offensive line coach for the Minnesota Vikings. Kuper and the newly appointed offensive coordinator, Sean Mannion, have prior experience working together during Mannion’s time with the Vikings in 2023. This familiarity is expected to support cohesion within the Eagles’ offensive unit.
Chris Kuper’s Professional Background and Coaching Experience
Kuper, a 43-year-old former offensive guard from Alaska, spent eight seasons with the Denver Broncos, appearing in 90 games and starting 79 of them. Since retiring as a player, he has coached offensive linemen for teams including the Miami Dolphins and Denver Broncos. Most recently, Kuper spent four seasons as the Vikings’ offensive line coach before they opted not to retain him following the 2025 season due to disappointing line performance.
Opportunity to Lead a Talented Eagles Offensive Line
Now joining the Philadelphia Eagles, Kuper will oversee an offensive line anchored by All-Pro tackles Jordan Mailata and Lane Johnson. His experience and past collaboration with Mannion could help address the Eagles’ recent offensive struggles and restore the line’s effectiveness, a crucial factor for the team’s success moving forward.
The Eagles are hiring Chris Kuper as their offensive line coach, sources tell The Insiders.
Kuper spent the past four seasons in the same role in Minnesota, where he crossed paths with new Eagles OC Sean Mannion. Now, they’re teaming up in Philly. pic.twitter.com/N6Ap2NRwCN
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) February 9, 2026
