Philadelphia Eagles: Have They Found Their New Defensive Line Coach?

The Philadelphia Eagles are interested in Jim Washburn, the Tennessee Titans defensive line coach, and talks have been engaged between the two parties.

Washburn has been on Titans head coach Jeff Fisher's staff since 1998, and Eagles head coach Andy Reid certainly trusts Fisher, as the two have a somewhat close relationship.

Jeff Fisher said, “The only thing I can confirm is he has been talking to them. We are in the middle of it and going back and forth. I would think we’d find out in the next day or so.”

It seems like the Eagles may have found their new D-line coach, who is one of the best in all of football.

Washburn is considered a "get in your face" kind of guy. He is not scared to speak his mind and is a perfect motivator for a struggling defensive line.

Under Washburn, players such as Jevon Kearse, Jason Babin, Kyle Vanden Bosch, Kevin Carter and Albert Haynesworth all have gone to the Pro Bowl.

Haynesworth especially praised Washburn, saying that he was a teacher of the fundamentals of the game and was not afraid to make an example of you for the entire defensive line.

Haynesworth acknowledges Washburn's contribution to his career.

Jason Babin, who was a journeyman defensive end previously with the Eagles, especially blossomed under the guidance of Washburn.

The 61-year-old Washburn obviously can help the Eagles' underachieving line. Players such as Daniel Teo-Nesheim, Brandon Graham, Trent Cole and many others can use some real defensive coaching, unlike what former line coach Rory Segrest provided.

Under Segrest, there was not much progression from the younger defensive linemen, and veterans such as Cole and Juque Parker slowed down the second half of the year.

Segrest's only main improvement was with Antonio Dixon.

So, hopefully the Eagles can close in on the deal and hire one of the best defensive line coaches in all of football.