Context:

The Texans moved to reset their offensive staff by parting ways with their quarterbacks coach Jerrod Johnson, and he swiftly found a new opportunity with the Philadelphia Eagles for the 2026 season. Johnson’s departure follows Houston's ongoing rebuilding of its pass game staff, with Jerry Schuplinski positioned as a potential replacement. The move places Johnson on a veteran Eagles staff alongside Nick Sirianni and a new offensive coordinator, Sean Mannion, in an offense that finished 23rd in passing yards per game last season. The development underscores a broader trend of NFL coaching staff reshuffles as teams pursue more consistent quarterback development and offensive production. Looking ahead, Johnson’s role with Philadelphia signals a harmonized path for his experience across multiple franchises as Houston eyes a culture shift.

Dive Deeper:

• Johnson joined the Texans as their quarterbacks coach in 2023, and his tenure ended early in 2026 as Houston explored changes to its offensive staff.

• Following Johnson’s departure, Houston was expected to install Jerry Schuplinski, previously their pass game specialist/senior offensive assistant in 2025, as the next quarterbacks coach to maintain continuity on the QB room.

• Philadelphia’s interest in Johnson resurfaced after he had previously interviewed for their offensive coordinator vacancy earlier in the offseason, signaling the Eagles’ interest in adding a seasoned voice to their passing attack.

• Johnson’s NFL coaching career spans the 49ers (starting in 2017) and stints with the Colts (quality control, 2020–2021) and Vikings (assistant quarterbacks coach, 2022) before joining Houston in 2023.

• The Eagles’ 2025 passing offense finished 23rd in the NFL in yards per game, a context in which Johnson’s experience could help contribute to improved consistency in 2026.

• Johnson’s upcoming role with Philadelphia remains officially defined, but the move provides him a 'soft landing' on a strong staff as the Eagles pursue more productive quarterback development and offensive output in the near term.