John McMullen

Joined: Apr 23, 2024

John McMullen is a veteran reporter who has covered the NFL for over two decades. The current NFL insider for JAKIB Media, John is the former NFL Editor for The Sports Network where his syndicated column was featured in over 200 outlets including the Los Angeles Times, Chicago Tribune, and Miami Herald. He was also the national NFL columnist for Today's Pigskin as well as FanRag Sports. McMullen has covered the Eagles on a daily basis since 2016, first for ESPN South Jersey and now for Eagles Today on SI.com's FanNation. You can listen to John, alongside legendary sports-talk host Jody McDonald every morning from 8-10 on ‘Birds 365,” streaming live on YouTube.com. John is also the host of his own show "Extending the Play" on AM1490 in South Jersey and part of 6ABC.com's live postgame show after every Eagles game. You can reach him at jmcmullen44@gmail.com or on Twitter @JFMcMullen

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni has to figure out why his team's offense is struggling again.

Oct 11, 2026; Tottenham, ENG; Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni reacts during the first half against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni played an integral role in the team's heartbreaking loss on Sunday.

Eagles running back Dameon Pierce looks for yardage in the Eagles' preseason finale against the Cincinnati Bengals on Aug. 28, 2026.

Oct 4, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) in action against the Los Angeles Rams at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory

The Eagles leave for London Friday night for Sunday’s Week 5 game against the Jacksonville Jaguars without arguably their two best offensive players, and QB Jalen Hurts dealing with a calf injury.

Center Jake Majors and OL coach Chris Kuper at a 2026 OTA practice.

For the third time this season, the Eagles are expected to have a different center. Jake Majors is set to make his first NFL start Sunday against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London.

Oct 4, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles offensive tackle Jordan Mailata (68) plays against the Los Angeles Rams at Lincoln Financial Field.

There’s been quite the upheaval in the Eagles’ offensive line this week and the group playing in London on Sunday could include three players making their first NFL starts.

Jul 30, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles offensive coordinator Sean Mannion during training camp at Jefferson Health Training Complex.

With the Eagles’ offense stuck near the bottom of the league and questions mounting about a first-year coordinator’s scheme, Hurts described Mannion as “a warrior, a soldier.”

Oct 4, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles general manager Howie Roseman on the filed before game against the Los Angeles Rams at Lincoln Financial Field.

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The Eagles GM described the trade as too valuable to pass up even with the optics of moving on from another accomplished trench player a day after Lane Johnson’s retirement.

Oct 4, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni in a game against the Los Angeles Rams at Lincoln Financial Field.

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Nick Sirianni said the quiet part out loud after Sunday’s 24-20 collapse against the Los Angeles Rams.

Oct 4, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) snaps the ball against the Los Angeles Rams during the second half at Lincoln Financial Field.

What looked like a story of perseverance turned with a Nick Sirianni gamble with 7:32 left in the game and the Eagles leading the Los Angeles Rams by a 20-10 margin.

Sep 28, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith (6) warms up before the game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field.

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The Eagles’ margin for error in Week 4 was already small after a 27-7 loss in Chicago. Arguably, it’s gotten even thinner against the talented Los Angeles Rams, with DeVonta Smith and Zack Baun both ruled out.

Sep 11, 2026; Melbourne, Victoria, Australia; Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua (12) during the 2026 NFL Melbourne Game against the San Francisco 49ers at Melbourne Cricket Ground.

Britain Covey, who grew up around the Nacua family in Provo, Utah, and later shared the Rams receiver room with Puka before returning to Philadelphia, boiled down how the All-Pro helps the offense.

Sep 28, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith (6) runs with the ball during the second half against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field.

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The Eagles listed wide receiver DeVonta Smith (hamstring), linebacker Zack Baun (concussion), tight end Dallas Goedert (knee), safety Marcus Epps (groin), offensive tackle Fred Johnson (knee) and wide receiver Marquise “Hollywood” Brown (ankle) as out.

Sep 27, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) passes against the Denver Broncos during the second half at Empower Field at Mile High.

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Dating back to the NFC Championship Game, Los Angeles has topped 500 yards in three of four with games against Seattle, the Giants and Denver — three defenses Vic Fangio described as some of the best.

Sep 27, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay looks on during the first half against the Denver Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High.

Insert motion, which is growing in popularity, is a staple in Sean McVay’s offense and is expected to grow with the expected return of star receiver Puka Nacua.

John McMullen

Joined: Apr 23, 2024

McMullen: Eagles’ Second-Half Offense Has Become a Vanishing Act

McMullen: Nick Sirianni's 'Accountability' Claim Rings Hollow as Situational Failures Mount

Eagles-Jaguars Stock Report: Nick Sirianni Takes Accountability for Late-Game Collapse

Eagles' Dameon Pierce Has a Strong Benefactor in Nick Sirianni

Eagles' Injury Analysis: Banged-Up Offense Faces Tough Test vs. Jaguars

Next Man Up: Jake Majors Poised for First NFL Start as Musical Chairs on Eagles’ Offensive Line Continues

Jordan Mailata Is Holding The Eagles’ Young Offensive Linemen To A High Standard

QB In His Corner: Sean Mannion Still Has Jalen Hurts' Endorsement

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Howie Roseman Exploits NFL Market Inefficiency With Cam Jurgens Deal

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McMullen: No More Hedging; The Eagles Need To Commit On Offense

Eagles Stock Report After Rams Collapse: How Offense Is Affecting Jalen Hurts' Future

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The Three Matchups That Should Decide Eagles-Rams

Why Selfless Puka Nacua Is A Cheat Code For Rams’ Offense Against Eagles

Eagles Rule Out DeVonta Smith and Zack Baun; Rams lose Aaron Donald, Get Puka Nacua Back For Sunday

Eagles Prep For ‘First-Ballot’ Matthew Stafford And An Explosive Rams Offense

Eagles Defense Preparing For Sean McVay To Copycat What Worked For Bears This Week