Kellen Moore, the Philadelphia Eagles' offensive coordinator, remains steadfast in his commitment to the Super Bowl despite swirling rumors about his potential move to the New Orleans Saints. Moore, who once played as a backup quarterback behind Dak Prescott with the Dallas Cowboys in 2017, has ascended through the coaching ranks, becoming a position coach for Prescott the following year. His past experiences, including a notable stint at the Manning Passing Academy in Thibodaux, Louisiana, where he developed ties with Archie Manning's family, have contributed to his rising profile.
Moore has emerged as the leading candidate for the vacant head coaching position with the New Orleans Saints, the last NFL team currently seeking a head coach. However, due to his current commitment to the Eagles, who are preparing for their Super Bowl showdown against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, any potential hiring must wait.
The Eagles' offensive prowess under Moore's guidance is undeniable. The team ranked second in rushing, averaging 179.3 yards per game during the regular season while placing 29th in passing with 187.9 yards per game. This balanced attack was further highlighted by Saquon Barkley's remarkable performance as he became the ninth running back in NFL history to surpass 2,000 rushing yards in a season.
Moore's philosophy centers around tailoring strategies to fit his players' strengths. He emphasized this approach saying:
"There's different styles we've played over the years and that's the fun part of it." – Kellen Moore
He elaborated on his coaching philosophy by asserting:
"You have certain things that you have strong feelings about from a coaching perspective."
"But I think it's important to do what your players do best and surround yourself with as many opportunities to get those guys in those situations as you can." – Kellen Moore
Moore maintains a strong rapport with his quarterback, Derek Carr, whom he once faced in college. This positive relationship is echoed by Eagles players who praise Moore's capabilities despite occasional playful jabs, such as Eagles offensive tackle Jordan Mailata humorously calling him "the worst coordinator I've ever had." Nevertheless, Moore's reputation as a skilled quarterback and respected coach remains intact.
Moore's focus is unwavering as he prepares for Sunday's Super Bowl matchup. He stated:
"Tons of respect for him as a quarterback in this league," – Kellen Moore
He remains committed to the task at hand, asserting that he doesn't "have to worry about a single thing except this opportunity" to coach in the Super Bowl.
Looking ahead, Moore anticipates continuing as the primary playcaller whenever he transitions to a head coaching role. His dedication to building an offense around his players is evident in his statement:
"You build around your players." – Kellen Moore
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