The inside story of the Giants’ John Harbaugh deal and the talks that saved it
The New York Times • • sports
Key Points:
- John Harbaugh, formerly the Baltimore Ravens coach, agreed to a five-year, $100 million contract to become the head coach of the New York Giants after extensive negotiations and meetings with Giants ownership and executives.
- The coaching search involved intense discussions about organizational structure, with Harbaugh insisting on reporting directly to owner John Mara rather than general manager Joe Schoen, signaling a shift toward a coach-driven model in the franchise.
- Despite a verbal agreement with the Giants, Harbaugh's camp maintained communication with the Tennessee Titans and other teams until the contract was finalized, reflecting the high stakes and competitive nature of the coaching market.
- The deal was finalized after private meetings and concessions on both sides, with John Mara playing a crucial
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