Andy Reid is undoubtedly one of the NFL’s greatest coaches, but he was out-coached in the Super Bowl by Nick Sirianni, Vic Fangio, and Kellen Moore. Despite a Fox Sports Radio host’s suggestion that Reid should step aside, he clearly has no intention of doing so. This doesn’t mean he’s beyond criticism, as evidenced by Dan Orlovsky calling Super Bowl LIX the worst performance from a Reid-coached team and Devin McCourty questioning the lack of adjustments made.
🎙️@robparkerMLBbro: “Andy Reid should step down as head coach of the Chiefs…This fall off the cliff is 2 years in the making.”
🎙️@Kdubblive: “I start to look at changes in the staff…There’s no way I’m letting Andy Reid go.” pic.twitter.com/88OwYr8u4X
— FOX Sports Radio (@FoxSportsRadio) February 12, 2025
Parker expressed, “Andy Reid should step down as head coach of the Kansas City Chiefs. This is not merely a one-game reaction to their Super Bowl loss, especially considering the 40-6 score. Where were the adjustments or the game plan? Even former players and coaches have questioned the strategy, mentioning the absence of a running game early on.” He believes the issues go beyond just the Super Bowl; they mark a troubling pattern over the last two years.
“This decline has been two years in the making,” Parker continued. “Last year’s Super Bowl victory masked the team’s struggles, particularly with the receivers and Patrick Mahomes. Why has Mahomes struggled under Reid, who’s labeled an offensive genius? Has he not been the same quarterback the last two years? While it was a commendable run, the last two seasons have seen disappointing regular seasons. Yes, they reached the Super Bowl twice and won, but the embarrassment this year cannot be ignored.”
Parker’s co-host, Kelvin Washington, appeared uncomfortable with this line of thought. Yet, Parker dismissed the notion that age is the issue; he believes Reid’s influence has diminished despite their success. “The offense isn’t where it used to be. It’s taken two steps back. Perhaps it’s time for someone new with fresh ideas,” he noted. Oh, perhaps someone like Matt Nagy? Be careful what you wish for…
While Reid’s accomplishments are significant, questions will persist after this year’s Super Bowl performance. If he fails to adapt, it may not only be critics like Parker who think the game has passed him by. A shift in direction might be necessary, but those thinking a change will lead to greener pastures should reconsider.
