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Nick Sirianni compares DeVonta Smith’s first-step jab to Allen Iverson’s crossover

Eagles’ head coach Nick Sirianni spoke to reporters on Friday afternoon, and talked about the similarities between DeVonta Smith’s jab and Allen Iverson’s crossover. He also talked a bit about balancing Fletcher Cox’s comfort and production with Jonathan Gannon’s plan for the defense, and what he’s seen from the Panthers’ defense heading into Sunday’s game.

Sirianni showed up in yet another new Philly shirt and he joked that he’s been getting so much gear from fans this season, and he absolutely loves it.

Here’s what else the head coach had to say:

On DeVonta Smith’s jab

“I always consider the jab at the first point, at the line of scrimmage.