Open Thread: Doug Pederson’s Introduction
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Jeffrey Lurie will introduce Doug Pederson as the new head coach of the Philadelphia Eagles at 2:00. We’ll check in with updates live from NovaCare when it all begins.
2:00 — CSN Philly has the press conference streaming live right here.
2:54 — Lurie on the coaching search.
Jeffrey Lurie said at least one college coach was among the 10 candidates they were very interested in, who didn’t want to leave.
— Josh Paunil (@JoshPaunil) January 19, 2016
2:51 — T-Mac’s take on the front office situation.
Lurie continues to be vague about Roseman role, says structure will be revealed when search for new player personnel head is concluded. — Tim McManus (@Tim_McManus) January 19, 2016
2:50 — Pederson, on training camp.
Pederson says he likes the idea of having training camp here, but no decision made.
— Dave Zangaro (@DZangaroCSN) January 19, 2016
2:48 — What McLane gleaned from his line of questioning.
Lurie: Can’t answer whether new player personnel will report to Howie Roseman until after the search. — Jeff McLane (@Jeff_McLane) January 19, 2016
2:47 — After a spirited exchange with the Inquirer’s Jeff McLane over responsibility in the organization, Lurie talks on accountability.
Lurie: “Accountability will be the No. 1 priority for me. That goes for Howie and it goes for everybody.”
— Reuben Frank (@RoobCSN) January 19, 2016
2:43 — Lurie says the organization will look for a director of player personnel.
Jeffrey Lurie: “We’re about to do a search for a player personnel head.” Doesn’t want to talk about the front office structure at this time. — Josh Paunil (@JoshPaunil) January 19, 2016
2:42 — Pederson, on his team’s ability to compete.
Can the Eagles be back in serious playoff contention next season? Doug Pederson says yes.
— Brandon Lee Gowton (@BrandonGowton) January 19, 2016
2:40 — Pederson, on DeMarco Murray’s fit.
Pederson: Murray fits well into what I can bring. Unique style. — Les Bowen (@LesBowen) January 19, 2016
2:37 — Pederson, on his coaching staff.
Pederson confirms Fipp, Stoutland will be retained.
— Tim McManus (@Tim_McManus) January 19, 2016
2:34 — Lurie clearing things up.
Jeffrey Lurie: “At no point was anyone about to get offered a job” besides Doug Pederson. — Josh Paunil (@JoshPaunil) January 19, 2016
2:32 — Jeffrey Lurie draws a laugh.
Who breaks tie in “collaborative effort” front office approach? Lurie, stage left, raises his hand.
— Tim McManus (@Tim_McManus) January 19, 2016
2:31 — Who has final say on the 90-man roster? 53-man roster?
“Collaborative effort.” Cross it off the Bingo board. — Dave Zangaro (@DZangaroCSN) January 19, 2016
2:30 — More Pederson on Bradford.
Doug Pederson on Sam Bradford: “He has all the tools. … There’s no denying that.”
— Josh Paunil (@JoshPaunil) January 19, 2016
2:28 — Pederson, on how he felt about the team’s coaching search and his role.
Doug Pederson was asked directly if it bothers him because he didn’t seem to be the Eagles’ top candidate: “No.” — Josh Paunil (@JoshPaunil) January 19, 2016
2:24 — Pederson says he’ll call plays as the Eagles’ head coach.
Pederson says he will call plays here.
— Tim McManus (@Tim_McManus) January 19, 2016
2:24 — Pederson on what makes a great head coach.
Doug Pederson said you “have to be a great listener” to be a successful head coach, citing Andy Reid, Mike Holmgren and Don Shula. — Josh Paunil (@JoshPaunil) January 19, 2016
2:23 — Pederson on Sam Bradford.
Pederson says Bradford is a QB that could “fit perfectly” in his system
— Tim McManus (@Tim_McManus) January 19, 2016
2:22 — No word on an offensive coordinator yet.
Doug Pederson said he hasn’t settled on an offensive coordinator yet. — Josh Paunil (@JoshPaunil) January 19, 2016
2:21 — The Jim Schwartz hiring is official.
Doug Pederson officially announces Jim Schwartz’s hiring as DC.
— Adam Hermann (@AdamWHermann) January 19, 2016
2:20 — Pederson, endearing himself to the city.
Doug Pederson: “I understand the culture and passion of Philadelphia. I get it. … I experienced it first hand.” — Josh Paunil (@JoshPaunil) January 19, 2016
2:19 — Pederson pays respects to Kansas City.
Doug Pederson started by thanking the Kansas City Chiefs for the opportunity to be their offensive coordinator.
— Josh Paunil (@JoshPaunil) January 19, 2016
2:18 — The start of the Doug Pederson era.
Doug Pederson’s first words as Eagles HC: “I’m standing here before you, just a humble human being.” — Adam Hermann (@AdamWHermann) January 19, 2016
2:17 — Lurie on Pederson.
Jeffrey Lurie said Doug Pederson’s communication skills are “unparalleled.” Added that he wanted someone “comfortable in your own skin.”
— Josh Paunil (@JoshPaunil) January 19, 2016
2:16 — Quite a tip from Lurie.
That is incredible – They apparently were looking for Chip’s replacement before they fired Chip. I’m SURE word did’t get around the building — Reuben Frank (@RoobCSN) January 19, 2016
2:15 — More details on the team’s search.
Jeffrey Lurie: Eagles started with 25 candidates, “at some point late in the season.” Then had 10 candidates they were “very interested in.”
— Josh Paunil (@JoshPaunil) January 19, 2016
2:14 — The man of the hour.
Pederson awaiting introduction. pic.twitter.com/Dqub5a7Vf0 — Tim McManus (@Tim_McManus) January 19, 2016
2:13 — The Eagles’ new defensive coordinator is here.
Jim Schwartz is here at the press conference.
— Adam Hermann (@AdamWHermann) January 19, 2016
2:12 — Lurie on the search.
Jeffrey Lurie: “This was a very, very detailed and exhaustive search process.” But said he can’t share all the details publicly. — Josh Paunil (@JoshPaunil) January 19, 2016
2:03 — A few Eagles are excited to see their new head coach.
Jason Kelce and Connor Barwin are here to watch Doug Pederson’s press conference #EaglesTalk
— Rachel Appel Micali (@RachelCSN) January 19, 2016
1:55 — Before we get going, CBS’s Jason La Canfora is impressed by the Eagles’ reported hiring of Jim Schwartz.
Jim Schwartz is most coveted defensive coordinator out there. With all offensive HCs hired most wanted Schwartz as their new DC. Big get — Jason La Canfora (@JasonLaCanfora) January 19, 2016