Philadelphia Eagles Tackle Jordan Mailata Reveals He Has Been Crying Over Jeff Stoutland’s Departure
Philadelphia Eagles left tackle Jordan Mailata has publicly shared his emotional reaction to the departure of longtime offensive line coach Jeff Stoutland, admitting, “I’ve been crying about it.” Stoutland, who guided the Eagles’ offensive line for 13 seasons, announced on Wednesday that he is stepping away from the organization. Mailata, a former rugby player who developed into a dominant tackle under Stoutland’s tutelage at the famed “Stoutland University,” described the coach as a father figure and credited him entirely for his NFL success.
While the team officially framed the exit as a mutual conclusion to his tenure, reports indicate that internal friction may have precipitated the move. Sources close to the situation suggest that Stoutland, 63, grew increasingly frustrated during the 2025 season as Head Coach Nick Sirianni and the offensive staff implemented run scheme adjustments without his full consultation, leading the veteran coach to feel his voice was no longer being heard. Despite these internal disagreements, Stoutland’s agent has clarified that the coach is not retiring from professional football, but is simply leaving Philadelphia.
The departure represents a seismic shift for the franchise, as Stoutland was the longest-tenured coach on the staff, having served under three different head coaches—Chip Kelly, Doug Pederson, and Nick Sirianni—and playing a pivotal role in securing two Super Bowl championships for the city. New offensive coordinator Sean Mannion now faces the challenge of restructuring the offensive staff without the foundational presence of Stoutland.
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