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Kansas City Chiefs Fire DC Steve Spagnuolo Immediately After Crushing Loss to Eagles

September 15, 2025

The Kansas City Chiefs wasted no time making changes after a painful Week 2 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. Moments after the final whistle, the team officially announced the dismissal of defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo.

The decision came just minutes after the Chiefs’ defense surrendered 20 points, including a disappointing fourth quarter, in a 20–17 defeat. Although the offense led by Patrick Mahomes battled to keep pace, the defense’s collapse against Jalen Hurts and the Eagles sealed the loss.

This wasn’t the first red flag. Back in Week 1, Kansas City’s defense had already cracked in a 27–20 loss to the Chargers. The unit gave up 27 points, allowed the Chargers to run effectively, and saw its secondary get tormented by

In his eighth season with Kansas City, Spagnuolo faced heavy criticism for failing to contain the Eagles’ run game—particularly the controversial “tush push.” Fans voiced their outrage on social media, with many calling for his firing even before the game ended.

Head coach Andy Reid explained the move, saying the team needed a new voice on defense. “We have talent on the back end, but the execution hasn’t been good enough. At this level, results matter. We have to move forward quickly.”

The Chiefs entered the season optimistic about their defense, but back-to-back breakdowns against the Chargers and Eagles erased whatever confidence remained in Spagnuolo’s leadership.

Assistant defensive backs coach Dave Merritt is expected to take over as int as the Chiefs prepare for a tough Week 3 matchup with the New York Jets.

For Chiefs fans, the move is a clear sign that leadership heard their frustration. For the players, it’s a reminder that patience runs thin when expectations aren’t met.

 

Eagles Star CB Faces Family Tragedy After Week 5 Game as Military-Trained Skydiving Instructor Dies in Nashville
Philadelphia Eagles defensive back Cooper DeJean is mourning a profound personal loss following the team’s Week 5 game , as his cousin Justin Fuller a respected military-trained skydiving instructor, died in a tragic tandem jump accident near Nashville.   Fuller, 35, was fatally injured after becoming separated from his parachute harness mid-air during a jump organized by Go Skydive Nashville. His student survived after landing in a tree with the parachute deployed and was later rescued by firefighters. Police confirmed Fuller’s body was recovered in a wooded area off Ashland City Highway. The Nashville Fire Department called it “one of the most complex high-angle rescues in recent years,” commending its personnel for the effort. Justin Fuller, known by the nickname "Spidey," died after a tandem skydiving jump went wrong on Oct. 4, 2025, near Nashville, Tennessee.  (Facebook/Justin Fuller Spidey ) Fuller, known affectionately as “Spidey,” had completed more than 5,000 jumps and trained U.S. military personnel in advanced aerial maneuvers. Friends described him as “fearless, focused, and committed to lifting others higher — both in life and in the air.”   DeJean —whose mother is the younger sister of Fuller’s mother, grew up admiring his cousin’s discipline and sense of purpose. Family members say that influence helped shape his mental toughness and leadership on the field. A relative told local media, “Justin taught Dejean that strength isn’t about being unbreakable — it’s about standing firm when life hits hardest. That’s exactly how he lives and plays today.” In the Eagles’ defensive system, DeJean has steadily earned complete trust thanks to his versatility — working outside at corner, in the slot (nickel), and on coverage units — and standing out for top-end speed, precise tackling angles, and the ability to read quarterbacks. Coaches describe him as “calm, wise beyond his years, and disciplined at the catch point,” consistently maintaining leverage and finishing clean in tight spaces. Through the first five games of 2025, DeJean has played every defensive snap and totaled 36 tackles (26 solo) with five passes defensed, reinforcing his value on the perimeter and inside.  The Philadelphia Eagles have provided time and private support for DeJean and his family, ensuring he can grieve without team-related obligations. Teammates have stood beside him, honoring both his resilience and his family’s tradition of service. An FAA investigation into the accident is underway, while tributes to “Spidey” continue to pour in across social media from military colleagues, fellow skydivers, and fans nationwide.“He taught others to fly — now he flies higher than all of us,” one tribute read. DeJean kept his public remarks brief before being embraced by teammates:“He taught me not to fear the height — only the moment you forget to look down and pull someone else up with you. This week, I’m playing for him.”