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Report: Pederson's job not safe, issues extend 'well beyond' Wentz

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Philadelphia Eagles head coach Doug Pederson's position with the team "is not firm" following a poor meeting with owner Jeffrey Lurie on Tuesday, sources told ESPN's Chris Mortensen and Tim McManus.

Lurie's concerns with Pederson reportedly extend well beyond issues surrounding quarterback Carson Wentz, ranging from personnel to the outlook of the coaching staff.

The head coach could be out if Lurie is not confident in Pederson's "vision for the team" following an upcoming meeting in Florida early next week.

It was reported prior to Week 17 that Pederson's job was likely safe.

However, the head coach was widely criticized - including by his own players - for benching Jalen Hurts for Nate Sudfeld late in a close regular-season finale against the Washington Football Team.

Washington secured the NFC East crown with the 20-14 win, while Philadelphia dropped to 4-11-1.

Wentz was a healthy scratch for the game after being replaced by Hurts three weeks prior. The quarterback's relationship with Pederson is reportedly "fractured beyond repair."

While the veteran reportedly remains intent on requesting a trade this offseason, Eagles general manager Howie Roseman said Monday he "can't imagine" moving on from Wentz.

"When you have players like that, they're like fingers on your hand," Roseman said. "You can't imagine that they're not part of you, that they're not here. That's how we feel about Carson."

Pederson led the Eagles to their first Super Bowl title in franchise history in 2017.

However, the head coach has come under increasing pressure amid a disappointing season for Philadelphia and Wentz's shocking regression.

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