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Giants Fire Brian Daboll, Elevate Mike Kafka as Joe Schoen Launches Coaching Search

New York is keeping its GM to run an expansive process focused on developing rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart, with a permanent hire expected after the season.

Overview

  • Owners John Mara and Steve Tisch called recent seasons “nothing short of disappointing,” named Mike Kafka interim head coach, and confirmed Joe Schoen will remain GM.
  • ESPN reports Schoen is canvassing a pool of 20-plus candidates, with NFL Network noting names to watch such as Steve Spagnuolo, Antonio Pierce, and Lou Anarumo.
  • ESPN’s Dan Orlovsky suggested Browns coach Kevin Stefanski as his top target for New York if he becomes available, framing it as an analyst’s preference rather than a team pursuit.
  • Reporting indicates the Giants plan to keep Kafka in the role through the remainder of 2025 and make a full-time hire in the offseason.
  • Reaction has been mixed, with several players telling ESPN they anticipated the move, ex-Giant Jon Feliciano criticizing the decision, and multiple outlets calling the opening attractive given young talent like Jaxson Dart and Malik Nabers.