PHILADELPHIA – The Philadelphia Eagles are nearing a deal to hire Nick Sirianni to be their head coach, according to two people familiar with the decision.Sirianni was the offensive coordinator for the Indianapolis Colts the past three seasons.
He worked under coach Frank Reich, who was offensive coordinator in Philadelphia when the Eagles won the Super Bowl three years ago.Both people spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the team hasn't officially announced the hiring.
One person familiar with the coaching search told the AP in a text message: “Guy is a stud!”The 39-year-old Sirianni previously served as an assistant coach with the Chiefs and Chargers.