This was a very interesting yet weird moment and now Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni has come to the defense of wide receiver A.J. Brown, who was seen reading a book on the sidelines during the team’s Wild Card game against the Green Bay Packers.
The book, titled “Inner Excellence” by Jim Murphy, is something Brown has been reading throughout the season to maintain his mental focus and peace. Critics were quick to interpret Brown’s sideline reading as a sign of frustration or disengagement from the game, but Sirianni swiftly dispelled those notions during a recent radio appearance.
“I’m definitely OK with it. The crazy thing is, he’s been reading this book on the sideline for a long time. It just so happened a camera saw it this week,” Sirianni said. “Some guys pray in between, some guys mediate in between. A.J. reads in between. Whatever these guys need to do to put their mind in a place where they can play with great detail and great effort, I fully encourage them to do that.”
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Defending was never going to stop
This incident highlights Nick Sirianni’s inclusive approach to player preparation and his willingness to support the unique methods his players use to stay mentally sharp. As the Eagles advance to the NFC Divisional Round, Sirianni’s stance underscores his commitment to fostering a positive and understanding environment within the team.
“I love A.J. He’s such a great teammate. I saw Jahan Dotson said something defending A.J. and I thought that was awesome too. Another example of our teammates defending each other,” the head coach said about his player.
Sirianni’s support for Brown not only defends his star receiver but also sets an example of how modern coaching can adapt to the diverse needs of players. It’s clear that for Sirianni, the ultimate goal is to ensure his players are in the best possible mental and physical state to perform at their highest level.
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