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Giants Finalize John Harbaugh Hire as Head Coach After Contract Talks

The agreement followed days of negotiations focused on reporting lines rather than salary, easing a leaguewide coaching search slowdown.

Overview

  • Multiple outlets reported a five-year contract in the vicinity of $100 million, placing Harbaugh among the NFL’s highest-paid coaches.
  • Talks stretched into Saturday as the sides resolved contract language on organizational authority and who the coach reports to, not financial terms.
  • Harbaugh previously reported directly to Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti, a structure that differs from the Giants’ typical coach–GM model under Joe Schoen.
  • The drawn-out finish affected other searches, with interest from teams such as the Titans and Falcons and candidates waiting on New York’s outcome.
  • With the deal done, Harbaugh turns to assembling his staff and planning the offseason around quarterback Jaxson Dart and the No. 5 draft pick.