Duce Staley was an integral part of the Eagles success during Andy Reid’s early years, so I’ll say this part Rooney Rule and part respect.
According to Adam Schefter — Staley, Eagles running back coach — interviewed for the vacant job previously held by Chip Kelly.
Eagles RB coach Duce Staley had interviewed for Philadelphia's head coaching job, per @Edwerderespn.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) January 2, 2016
Staley was the Eagles running back coach since 2013. He spent the first seven years of his playing career as a running back for the Eagles.