Report: Philadelphia Eagles pursued Texas A&M's Sumlin in coaching search

The Philadelphia Eagles made a run at Texas A&M coach Kevin Sumlin at the beginning of their coaching search, according to the NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.

The Aggies' coach, who has been at Texas A&M since 2012, is reportedly saying he wants to stay in college for now.

Philadelphia fired Chip Kelly prior to Week 17 of the NFL season.

At start of their search, #Eagles pursued #Texas A&M coach Kevin Sumlin, source said. He's told people he wants to stay in college now.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) January 9, 2016

Sumlin, 51, has compiled a 36-16 record with the Aggies.