Landing John Harbaugh is a win the Giants’ whole organization badly needed
The New York Times • • general
Key Points:
- The New York Giants are close to finalizing a contract with former Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh, who was fired after 18 successful seasons, marking a major coup for the struggling franchise.
- Harbaugh’s availability shocked the NFL, and the Giants made an all-in effort to secure him, with significant involvement from team executives including co-owner Steve Tisch and Chris Mara.
- This hiring represents a departure from the Giants’ previous coaching searches, bringing in a proven winner with a Super Bowl title and a reputation for building strong coaching staffs and developing quarterbacks.
- Harbaugh is expected to have considerable influence over personnel decisions, working alongside general manager Joe Schoen, whose position had been uncertain but was strengthened by landing Har
