Overview
- NFL insider Josina Anderson reports Colts defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo is expected to receive strong consideration for the Giants’ vacancy, with the New York Post’s Ryan Dunleavy calling him the slight favorite.
- The Giants began their in-season search after firing Brian Daboll, with Mike Kafka continuing an on-the-job audition as interim head coach.
- Anarumo’s résumé includes Dolphins staff roles (2012–2017), Giants defensive backs coach (2018), Bengals defensive coordinator (2019–2024) and his first season coordinating the Colts’ defense in 2025.
- Performance under Anarumo has been mixed, with Cincinnati’s defense peaking in 2022 before declining in 2023–2024, while Indianapolis ranks top 10 in scoring defense this year despite middle-of-the-pack yardage allowed.
- The process remains broad with other names in the mix, including Rams DC Chris Shula, ex-Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy and Packers DC Jeff Hafley, as debate persists over a familiarity-driven hire.