Special teams coordinator Michael Clay returning to Eagles on new deal

The Philadelphia Eagles have retained special teams coordinator Michael Clay by agreeing to terms on a new contract. Clay has been with the Eagles in this role since 2021 and previously worked with the team in 2014 and 2015 before a stint with the San Francisco 49ers from 2015 to 2020. Despite the Eagles' disappointing wild-card playoff exit, Clay's special teams unit was not seen as a problem, highlighted by a key performance in a Week 3 victory over the Los Angeles Rams, where the unit blocked two field goals, leading to a game-winning touchdown.

Clay had drawn interest from other teams, including an interview with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for their special teams coordinator vacancy. With Clay staying, the Eagles now shift focus to filling the offensive coordinator position following their decision to part ways with Kevin Patullo.