Hold onto your helmets, Eagles fans, because the team’s coaching shakeup isn’t over yet! In a move that’s already sparking conversations, the Eagles are set to hire Allen Smith as their new assistant outside linebackers coach, according to a recent report by CBS Sports. But here’s where it gets interesting: Smith’s journey to Philadelphia is anything but ordinary.
Smith brings a unique blend of experience to the table. After a brief stint as the defensive line coach for Army, he spent two seasons (2022-2024) shaping the defensive line at Georgia State. But here’s the part most people miss: Smith dipped his toes into the NFL waters back in 2021 as an assistant defensive line coach for the Texans, though his roots are firmly planted in collegiate coaching, where he spent nearly a decade (2012-2020). This mix of college and pro experience could give him a fresh perspective in the Eagles’ locker room.
Replacing Ronnell Williams, who flew the coop to become the Raiders’ linebackers coach, Smith joins the Eagles as another young, ambitious addition to the coaching staff. And this is where it gets controversial: While his role focuses on outside linebackers, Smith will be working closely with defensive line coach Clint Hurtt. But with Hurtt’s name floating around for defensive coordinator positions, how long can the Eagles keep him in his current role? Could Smith’s arrival be a strategic move to prepare for Hurtt’s potential promotion once Vic Fangio retires? It’s a question that’s already dividing opinions.
For Smith, this is a golden opportunity to make his mark in the NFL. But here’s the real question for you, fans: Is Smith’s collegiate background an asset or a liability in the high-stakes world of professional football? And what does his hiring say about the Eagles’ long-term coaching strategy? Let us know your thoughts in the comments—this is one conversation you won’t want to miss!
