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Kevin Alan Patullo (born July 14, 1981) is an American football coach who is the offensive coordinator for the Philadelphia Eagles of the National Football League (NFL). He previously served as an assistant coach for the Indianapolis Colts, New York Jets, Tennessee Titans, Buffalo Bills and Kansas City Chiefs.

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Early life and playing career

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A native of Hillsborough Township, New Jersey, Patullo attended Western High School in Davie, Florida. As the school's starting quarterback, he broke his leg in the first game of his senior year.[1] He attended and played college football at the University of South Florida, where he split time at both quarterback and wide receiver.[2]

Coaching career

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Early career

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Following his playing career, Patullo spent time at his alma mater South Florida and Arizona as a graduate assistant. He also had stints with the Kansas City Chiefs and Buffalo Bills as an offensive assistant and quality control coach before joining the Tennessee Titans in 2014 as an assistant wide receivers coach.

New York Jets

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Patullo was hired to be the quarterbacks coach for the New York Jets for the 2015 season.[3] Considered an unusual hire due to his lack of coaching experience at the time, he was hired as he had previous experience with both Jets offensive coordinator Chan Gailey and starting quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick from his time in Buffalo.[4] He was fired alongside five other assistant coaches on January 3, 2017.[5]

Texas A&M

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After his termination from the Jets, Patullo joined the staff at Texas A&M as a senior offensive analyst.[6]

Indianapolis Colts

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Patullo was hired as the wide receivers coach for the Indianapolis Colts in 2018.[7] He was to reassigned to pass game specialist before the 2020 season following the hire of Mike Groh.[8]

Philadelphia Eagles

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On January 24, 2021, Patullo was hired by the Philadelphia Eagles as their passing game coordinator under head coach Nick Sirianni.[9] He was part of the coaching staff that won Super Bowl LIX over the Kansas City Chiefs.[10]

On February 19, 2025, Patullo was promoted to offensive coordinator, replacing Kellen Moore who departed to become head coach of the New Orleans Saints.[11]

Personal life

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Patullo is married to his wife, Nichole and they have two children together: a daughter, Lauren, and a son, Logan.[12]

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Kevin Patullo (born July 14, 1981) is an coach who served as the for the of the () in 2025, a position to which he was promoted in the 2025 offseason after five years with the organization. He was fired from the position on January 13, 2026, following a 23-19 wild-card playoff loss to the San Francisco 49ers. Born in , and raised in Hillsborough, Patullo played at the from 1999 to 2002 as a and , earning the Golden Bull Award as a freshman in 1999 and four-time Academic All-Conference USA honors. He graduated in the top 10% of his class with a degree in from before earning a from the . Patullo began his coaching career as a at (2003–2004) and the (2004–2006), where he worked on the offensive staff. He entered the in 2007 as an offensive assistant and quality control coach for the , then held quality control roles with the (2010–2012), followed by assistant wide receivers coach for the (2014). From 2015 to 2016, he served as quarterbacks coach for the , helping throw for 3,905 yards and 31 touchdowns in 2015. After a stint as senior offensive analyst at Texas A&M in 2017, Patullo joined the as wide receivers coach (2018–2019) and pass game specialist (2020). He moved to the Eagles in 2021 as passing game coordinator under head coach , advancing to associate head coach in 2023 while retaining his passing game role through 2024. Under Patullo's contributions to the Eagles' offense, the team achieved a 14–3 record and reached in 2022, with quarterback finishing second in NFL MVP voting; wide receiver set a franchise record with 1,496 receiving yards that season, while rookie established a team rookie record with 916 yards in 2021. From 2021 to 2024, the Eagles' passing attack ranked among the league's elite, finishing second in receiving average (11.7 yards), third in yards per attempt (7.1), and sixth in interception rate (2.0%). As in 2025, Patullo led the Eagles to an 11–6 record, clinching the NFC East division title and the No. 3 seed in the NFC playoffs.

Early life and playing career

Early life

Kevin Patullo was born on July 14, 1981, in , and raised in Hillsborough Township. Patullo's family relocated to during his childhood, and he attended Western High School in . There, he emerged as the starting on the football team. However, Patullo suffered a broken leg prior to his senior year, an injury that limited his visibility to college recruiters. Despite the setback, he earned recognition as a senior by being selected to participate in the Dade-Broward County All-Star Game.

College career

Kevin Patullo enrolled at the (USF) in 1999, where he pursued a degree in , graduating in the top 10% of his class with a in 2003. During his time at USF, he balanced academics with participation in the football program, earning recognition as a four-time Academic All-Conference USA selection for his scholarly performance. Patullo played for the USF Bulls as both a and , earning three varsity letters from 2000 to 2002. As a in 2000, he appeared in five games primarily at , completing 14 of 22 passes for 17 yards and one while rushing for 34 yards on 10 carries. In 2001, during USF's inaugural season as a Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) program, he saw action in 11 games, adding one completion for 7 yards and 40 rushing yards on four attempts; the Bulls finished with an 8-3 record as an independent. Patullo transitioned to for his senior year in 2002, contributing on the scout team and earning the Golden Bull Award in 1999 for outstanding performance in that role during his freshman season.

Coaching career

Early coaching career

Patullo began his coaching career immediately after his playing days, serving as an offensive graduate assistant at the from 2003 to 2004, his , where he supported offensive preparations and assisted with recruiting efforts. In this entry-level role, he contributed to scheme installation and player development within the Bulls' offensive system. He then transitioned to the , continuing as an offensive graduate assistant from 2004 to 2006 under head coach and offensive coordinator Mike Canales. There, Patullo handled recruiting duties alongside his responsibilities in breaking down film and aiding in offensive strategy formulation, gaining hands-on experience in evaluating talent and integrating new players into complex schemes. These college positions provided foundational knowledge in offensive coordination and adaptability, drawing from his background as a and at . Patullo entered the in 2007 with the as an offensive assistant and quality control coach, a position he held through 2008. In this role, he focused on detailed film analysis to identify opponent tendencies and contributed to scheme development, including collaborative efforts to refine play-calling under in 2008. His work emphasized breaking down passing concepts and supporting transitions, such as adapting the offense around backup amid injuries, which helped improve the team's efficiency in drop-back and play-action passes. After a brief hiatus in 2009, Patullo joined the in 2010 as offensive , continuing in that capacity through 2011 and adding assistant wide receivers coach duties in 2012. Reporting to Chan Gailey, a carryover from his Chiefs tenure, he collaborated on weekly game planning, prioritizing adaptability in offensive designs to counter defensive adjustments. This period honed his skills in passing game analysis, including route concepts and protection schemes, while fostering an emphasis on development through targeted film sessions and scenario-based drills. In 2013, Patullo served as wide receivers coach for the Bowl's National Team.

Tennessee Titans

Kevin Patullo joined the as assistant wide receivers coach on January 22, 2014, under head coach , marking his first dedicated position coaching role in the . This appointment followed his quality control experience with the , where he had gained insights into offensive schemes that prepared him for hands-on player development. In this role, Patullo worked closely with wide receivers coach to develop the unit, emphasizing route-running precision, catching techniques, and positional versatility to enhance player adaptability. He contributed to coaching key players such as , who led the team with 57 receptions for 715 yards and six touchdowns, and , who recorded 40 catches for 647 yards and two touchdowns, focusing on their integration into varied offensive roles during practices. Patullo's efforts included rolling receivers into different positions to build flexibility, as noted by during the offseason program. The 2014 Titans finished with a 2-14 record, plagued by offensive struggles including a lack of scheme adjustments under Whisenhunt, which ranked the team near the bottom in passing efficiency. Patullo played a part in these efforts by aiding in refinements to the passing game, particularly in pass protection drills and route concepts aimed at addressing the unit's inconsistencies amid a transitional season. Despite the challenges, his work laid groundwork for receiver development during a period of roster rebuilding.

New York Jets

Kevin Patullo joined the as quarterbacks coach in January 2015, following his tenure with the , under head coach and offensive coordinator . He held the position through the 2016 season, focusing on quarterback development during a period of transition at the position. In 2015, Patullo guided veteran quarterback through a breakout year, helping him achieve career highs of 3,905 passing yards and 31 touchdowns while starting all 16 games. These performances contributed to a resurgent Jets offense, though the team ended with a 10-6 record and missed the on a . Patullo's approach emphasized building and refining , which Fitzpatrick credited for his on-field comfort. The 2016 season presented greater challenges, with Patullo working primarily with and amid injuries and inconsistency; , a second-round draft pick, remained inactive. The Jets' quarterbacks collectively threw 25 interceptions—17 by Fitzpatrick in his return, seven by Petty, and one by Smith—exacerbating turnover problems in a 5-11 campaign. Patullo addressed these issues by implementing passing concepts that promoted faster processing, noting Smith's improved ability to "think faster" in the system and Petty's growing comfort in classroom discussions of protections and routes. Patullo's broader contributions to the Jets' offensive game planning included drills on pre-snap reads and progression work to enhance decision-making under pressure, drawing briefly from his prior experience as a wide receivers assistant with the Titans to integrate receiver alignments into quarterback preparation. These efforts aimed to stabilize the passing attack despite the roster flux.

Texas A&M

In 2017, Kevin Patullo joined the as senior offensive analyst under head coach . Patullo worked closely with the offensive staff on game planning and weekly offensive strategy, focusing on advanced evaluation to support the unit's schemes. His contributions aided a high-powered offense led by Kellen , who threw for 1,375 yards and eight touchdowns in 11 appearances as a true freshman. The Aggies finished the season with a 7-6 record, including a 4-4 mark in play, and their passing game ranked 44th nationally in yards per game at 255.7. Patullo's prior experience as quarterbacks coach for the informed his analytical approach in this behind-the-scenes role. His tenure at Texas A&M provided exposure to pro-style elements in , positioning him for a return to the as wide receivers coach for the the following year.

Indianapolis Colts

Kevin Patullo joined the as wide receivers coach in 2018 under head coach . In this role, he worked closely with veteran , who led the team with 88 receptions for 1,345 yards and six touchdowns that season, and helped develop emerging talents like rookie , who showed promise in route running despite limited play due to injury. Patullo's coaching emphasized precision in separation techniques and timing, contributing to the group's adaptation to Reich's timing-based passing concepts. In 2020, Patullo was promoted to pass game specialist, expanding his responsibilities to oversee the integration of the passing attack across the offense. This position involved refining route concepts, enhancing quarterback-receiver synergy—particularly with as the starter—and ensuring cohesive execution in multi-faceted plays. His prior experience as an offensive analyst at Texas A&M in aided in and scheme adjustments for the pass game. Under Patullo's guidance, the Colts' passing offense improved significantly, ranking in the top 10 league-wide with 260.6 yards per game in , a marked increase from 207.1 yards per game the previous year. These advancements helped drive the team's 11-5 record and a playoff appearance, where they advanced to the wild-card round. Patullo played a key role in implementing innovations like pre-snap motion to diagnose coverages and spacing concepts to create exploitable windows in Reich's system, fostering better synchronization among receivers like Hilton and .

Philadelphia Eagles

Kevin Patullo joined the in 2021 as passing game coordinator under head coach , while also holding the title of vice president of player personnel. In this dual role, he contributed to the team's offensive strategies and personnel decisions during the early years of Sirianni's tenure. In 2023, Patullo was elevated to associate head coach while retaining his passing game coordinator responsibilities, a position he held through the 2024 season. Under his oversight, the Eagles' passing attack ranked second in the in receiving average at 11.7 yards per reception and third in yards per attempt at 7.1 during that period. These rankings highlighted the unit's efficiency, particularly in supporting quarterback and wide receivers like through adaptive game-planning and schematic adjustments. Patullo's tenure with the Eagles culminated in a key role on the coaching staff for their victory over the on February 9, 2025, defeating them 40-22 to secure the franchise's second championship. His contributions to offensive adaptability were instrumental in the playoff run, emphasizing versatile play designs that maximized Hurts' dual-threat abilities and Brown's deep-threat potential. Following offensive coordinator Kellen Moore's departure to become of the , Patullo was promoted to on February 19, 2025. This internal promotion positioned him as the primary play-caller, building on his prior experience as a pass game specialist with the , where he honed coordinator-level responsibilities. Entering the 2025 season, Patullo's debut as brought an outlook of continued aggression and innovation, with expectations of leveraging the Eagles' talent for a repeat contention. The team finished the regular season with an 11-6 record, securing the NFC East title but entering the playoffs as the No. 6 seed after losing higher seeding in the final weeks. However, the offense drew significant criticism for inconsistencies throughout the year, including fan discontent expressed through "Fire Kevin" chants during games and an incident of vandalism at Patullo's New Jersey home with eggs thrown following a 24-15 loss to the Chicago Bears on November 29. The unit ranked 19th in the in points scored at 22.3 per game. Fans have particularly criticized Patullo's comments on improving the team's offensive consistency in the postseason, describing them as uninspiring and evasive; in response to questions, Patullo rejected the idea of a "playoff switch" and emphasized the need for better execution and detailed preparation. This has fueled discussions including calls for his firing or demotion, though some defenses highlight potential improvements with a healthier offensive line and the unit's past postseason success. Head coach Nick Sirianni has hinted at potential adjustments to the offense, stating the team would "evaluate everything," while affirming that Patullo would remain the play-caller. Despite this, Patullo has emphasized an "attack mode" philosophy, incorporating designed runs for Hurts and aiming to elevate the passing game's explosiveness. In the Eagles' Wild Card playoff game against the San Francisco 49ers on January 11, 2026, the team lost 23-19, intensifying debates about Patullo's future as offensive coordinator. Media reports questioned his play-calling effectiveness and suggested potential replacements such as Kliff Kingsbury, amid ongoing concerns about offensive consistency in the postseason. While some voices, including longtime Eagles broadcaster Jon Ritchie, urged a firm stance on improvements, Sirianni continued to back Patullo. Following the loss, Patullo drew heavy fan criticism for repetitive play-calling and poor offensive performance, highlighted by a viral rant from young fan Sam Salvo targeting Patullo and wide receiver A.J. Brown, in which Salvo suggested Patullo "flipping burgers at the local McDonald's." Jason Kelce defended Patullo, praising him as a great coach and attributing the team's issues to players failing to execute. Reports from ESPN's Adam Schefter indicated that league sources expect the Eagles to hire a new offensive coordinator for the 2026 season, suggesting Patullo's impending removal based on internal discussions. On January 13, 2026, the Philadelphia Eagles fired Patullo as offensive coordinator after one season, as announced by head coach Nick Sirianni. In the announcement, Sirianni took full responsibility for the team's poor offensive performance, stating, "Ultimately, when we fall short of our goals that responsibility lies on my shoulders." The move followed a disappointing offensive performance, including the 23-19 wild-card playoff loss to the San Francisco 49ers, and marked the team's fifth offensive coordinator change in five years. Sirianni praised Patullo's integral contributions to the team's success over the past five years and expressed confidence in his future coaching career, while indicating openness to retaining Patullo in another role while searching for a new play-caller. Following Patullo's firing, the Eagles began their search for a new offensive coordinator. According to reports, the team has reached out to candidates, with Mike McDaniel, recently fired as head coach of the Miami Dolphins after a 7-10 season and the team's second straight missed playoffs, and Brian Daboll, former head coach of the New York Giants, at the top of the list. The Eagles have assured candidates of complete autonomy over the offense without interference from head coach Nick Sirianni.

Personal life

Family

Kevin Patullo married Nichole Morrone in July 2006, shortly after completing his college career. The couple has two children: a , , and a son, Logan. Due to Patullo's coaching positions, the family has relocated several times, including to ; ; ; northern New Jersey; College Station, Texas; and Indianapolis, Indiana, before settling outside in 2021. Nichole Patullo manages much of the family logistics during the NFL season, effectively serving as a for half the year amid Kevin's extensive travel demands, while the couple maximizes family time in the offseason; support from the families of fellow Eagles coaches further aids in balancing these challenges.

Residence and community involvement

Since joining the in 2021, Kevin Patullo has resided in the greater Philadelphia area with his family, having relocated from following his tenure with the Colts from 2018 to 2020. The family settled in a home on a in , affording convenient access to both the team's facilities and recreational opportunities in the region. Patullo maintains an active interest in , where he holds a 5-handicap, a skill developed through years of play and shared family outings at local courses. This pursuit serves as a key outlet for balancing the rigors of his professional role, enabling participation in family-oriented activities that foster connections within the Philadelphia-area community. He frequently coaches his daughter's during practice sessions, integrating personal hobbies with supportive parenting amid the schedule's demands.

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