New Eagles Coach Doug Pederson Immediately Grilled About Chiefs' Lethargic Offense In Playoffs

The Eagles held an introductory press conference today for newly hired head coach Doug Pederson, and the former Chiefs offensive coordinator mentioned that he called the plays on Kansas City’s 16-play, clock-bleeding drive against the Patriots on Saturday which left them with little time to attempt to tie up the game. Hoo boy, Doug. Why’d you do that?

When the topic came up at the presser, Pederson said he’d take the reins of the offense:

A responsible journalist followed up on his answer:

Apologies to Andy Reid. The blame should be spread.

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