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Giants Name John Harbaugh Head Coach as Darren Rizzi Emerges From Search

A rave review of Darren Rizzi's interview positions the Broncos assistant for future head-coaching interest.

Overview

  • New York hired former Ravens coach John Harbaugh after a 4-13 season under Brian Daboll, with reports placing the deal near five years and $100 million.
  • Broncos assistant head coach and special teams coordinator Darren Rizzi delivered a standout interview that left GM Joe Schoen "totally blown away," according to reporting.
  • Rizzi's profile has risen following the process, with reports noting outside interest and citing his 2024 stint as the Saints' interim head coach, where he went 3-5.
  • Harbaugh is assembling his staff, with reports linking Todd Monken for offensive coordinator and Chris Horton for special teams coordinator and assistant head coach.
  • Reporting also notes Harbaugh has quickly built a strong working rapport with longtime Giants medical executive Ronnie Barnes.