BREAKING NEWS: Giants Closing in on Deal to Hire John Harbaugh as Next Head Coach
The New York Giants appear poised to land their primary target.
According to multiple sources, the Giants and former Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh have entered serious negotiations tonight, with a growing belief that the two sides will finalize an agreement shortly. While no contract has been officially signed and numbers are still being discussed, sources indicate that barring a last minute setback, Harbaugh is expected to become the 24th head coach in franchise history.
This development comes on the heels of an intensive courtship that saw the Giants organization pull out all the stops to secure the Super Bowl winning coach.
A “Full Court Press” Pays Off for New York
The Giants wasted no time in making their intentions clear. Following Harbaugh’s departure from the Ravens on Jan. 6 after an 18 year tenure, New York immediately identified him as their top priority to replace Brian Daboll.
On Wednesday, the team flew Harbaugh to their East Rutherford facility on co owner Steve Tisch’s private plane for his first in person interview. The visit included meetings with general manager Joe Schoen, ownership, and even rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart, whose potential is viewed as a major draw for the incoming coach.
Although Harbaugh left the facility Wednesday evening without a signed contract to return to Baltimore, negotiations reportedly heated up significantly overnight. The Giants were seemingly determined to prevent Harbaugh from reaching scheduled meetings with other interested teams, including the Tennessee Titans and Atlanta Falcons.
Overcoming Skepticism and Organizational Hurdles
The potential hiring represents a massive coup for a Giants franchise that has struggled to find stability, having cycled through four coaches since 2017.
Sources close to the situation suggest that earlier speculation regarding friction between Harbaugh and GM Joe Schoen was unfounded. Reports indicate that Schoen has been in frequent contact with Harbaugh’s camp and that even former coach Brian Daboll vouched for the collaborative environment within the organization.
The pursuit involved a comprehensive effort from the entire Giants brass. Senior personnel consultant Chris Mara reportedly met with Harbaugh personally in Baltimore, while franchise legends Tom Coughlin and Eli Manning also reached out to advocate for the organization.
What Harbaugh brings to Big Blue
If the deal is finalized as expected, the Giants are acquiring one of the most successful coaches of the modern era. Harbaugh boasts a 180-113 regular season record and a Super Bowl XLVII victory. His reputation as a “CEO type” leader with a special teams background offers a stark contrast to the offensive or defensive specialists the Giants have hired in recent years.
For a fanbase starved for success after a 2-8 start to the previous season and a 3-14 finish the year prior, the arrival of a proven winner like Harbaugh offers immediate credibility and hope.
Finalizing the Agreement
While the excitement is palpable, sources caution that the deal is not yet official. “There still is a lot to work through,” one source told ESPN regarding the specific contract figures, which could reportedly reach the $20 million per year range.
However, the momentum has shifted decisively in New York’s favor. The Giants threw “all their eggs in one basket” with this pursuit, and it appears that gamble is about to pay off. Expect an official announcement as soon as the final terms are agreed upon.
