The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-giants" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New York Giants</a> are going to be a team to watch for the upcoming NFL seasons. With the hiring of John Harbaugh as head coach, many things have changed. One of them involves bringing a familiar face of the new HC to his staff.



According to Charlotte Carroll of The Athletic, Harbaugh is hiring former Chargers offensive coordinator Greg Roman as senior offensive assistant. Roman will now work closely with newly-hired Giants OC Matt Nagy. Also, he could be involved in the development of quarterback <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jaxson-dart" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Jaxson Dart</a>.



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/john-harbaugh" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Harbaugh</a> is a man of old-school manners, so bringing a familiar face like Roman is always going to be welcomed for him. However, Nagy and Roman aren’t precisely a modern duo in terms of NFL offenses. Nagy is not regarded as a creative mind and Roman has always been a more traditional play designer. The NFL has drifted away from that, so it will be something to monitor along the way.



<h2>Roman is a Harbaugh guy through and through</h2>



The Harbaugh tree is shared between John and his brother Jim. For example, the Seahawks HC, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mike-macdonald" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Mike Macdonald</a>, worked for John on the Ravens and for Jim in Michigan. Now, Roman is basically the same case, but on the offensive side. 



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Roman first worked under Jim Harbaugh when he was in the San Francisco 49ers. After two years in the Bills, he then found his way to John Harbaugh in 2017. He stayed with him until 2022, before going back to Jim Harbaugh for the last two seasons as the Chargers OC. Now, is back to John once again.


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<h2>Roman had a bad end with the Chargers</h2>



Despite being loved by the Harbaugh brothers, Roman’s stint with the Chargers ended in a bad way. The team lost 16-3 in the Wild Card Round of the playoffs. Hence, the only points scored were by the special teams, not even Roman’s unit.



That prompted Jim Harbaugh to make a change, while it also left Roman without many OC options. Now, he will take a downgrade, but reuniting with John Harbaugh, with the task of helping this <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-giants" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Giants</a> offense reach new heights.

John Harbaugh will bring known face to his Giants coaching staff

John Harbaugh will bring known face to his Giants coaching staff - Bolavip US

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This Sunday, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/seattle-seahawks">Seattle Seahawks</a> will take the field in another Super Bowl, and much of this successful run can be credited to their talented coach. Young though he may be, Mike Macdonald has shaped this team to perfection and now has the chance to crown his work at Levi’s Stadium against the Patriots.



Macdonald’s exponential growth over the past few years may be influenced by several factors. However, according to the head coach himself, one person stands out above the rest: <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/john-harbaugh">John Harbaugh</a>.



“I don’t think it’s possible to overstate his influence on me,” Macdonald said. “I love John Harbaugh. He’s one of my biggest mentors. He was willing to take chances on me when other people weren’t and invested in me throughout my career. He had a vision for me and my career that I probably didn’t have for myself. 



“All the principles that are part of his program, that he’s about as a person, resonated with me. Those are a lot of the foundational principles that we brought to Seattle. He’s also a great friend, got a great family, I can’t say how much I love him.”



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<h2>Nearly a decade together in Baltimore</h2>



The relationship between John Harbaugh and Mike Macdonald is a masterclass in coaching development. Their journey together began in 2014, when Harbaugh took a chance on Macdonald as a coaching intern fresh out of Georgia. 


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Over the next decade, Macdonald climbed the organizational ladder with surgical precision, eventually being molded into the defensive mastermind that Harbaugh entrusted with the Defensive Coordinator role in 2022. 



Under Harbaugh’s mentorship, Macdonald transformed the Ravens’ unit into a historically dominant force, leading to his eventual hiring as the Head Coach of the Seattle Seahawks. This transition stands as a testament to Harbaugh’s ability to identify and cultivate elite coaching talent, leaving a lasting defensive legacy in Baltimore that now carries over to the NFC West.



<h2>Macdonald chases glory in San Francisco</h2>



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl">Super Bowl LX</a> is scheduled to take place this Sunday, February 8, 2026, at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California. This marks the third time the San Francisco Bay Area has hosted the championship game and the second time at the home of the 49ers. The matchup features a historic rematch between the New England Patriots and the Seattle Seahawks, with the game kicking off at 3:30 p.m. PT (6:30 p.m. ET).

Seahawks HC Mike Macdonald considers former Super Bowl champion to be his main mentor

Seahawks HC Mike Macdonald considers former Super Bowl champion to be his main mentor - Bolavip US

The<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-giants" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> New York Giants</a> are thrilled to have John Harbaugh as the head coach. However, that comes with new coordinators too, and the Super Bowl-winning HC is targetting two names to battle it out to become the offensive coordinator of the team and one of them has close connections to Patrick Mahomes.



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/john-harbaugh-issues-strong-warning-to-one-of-giants-fiercest-nfc-rivals-ahead-of-next-nfl-season" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">John Harbaugh is already issuing warnings to divisional rivals</a>, so getting the offensive coordinator hire right is key for the team. Both candidates have been head coaches in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a>, as they are Kliff Kingsbury and Brian Callahan, according to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN. 



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kliff-kingsbury" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kingsbury</a> coached the Cardinals for four years but during his college days, he coached Patrick Mahomes at Texas Tech. More recently, he was the Washington Commanders OC for the last couple of seasons. As for Brian Callahan, he worked with Joe Burrow during his time with the Bengals as OC, but then was the HC of the Titans for a year and a half.



<h2>Kingsbury is an intriguing option</h2>



Kingsbury should be a more temptiong option than Brian Callahan. Kingsbury’s offense on the Commanders was very explosive. Callahan’s resume is saved by Burrow. However, the QB hid Callahan’s flaws and those were exposed during his Titans days. Kingsbury is more creative and also knows the AFC East pretty well.



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Also, Jayden Daniels is a very mobile quarterback and so is <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jaxson-dart" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Jaxson Dart</a>. He would also have a good RB room and pretty good, young wideouts. Callahan failed to develop Cam Ward in Tennessee and/or establish a proper WR1 for the rookie signal-caller.


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<h2>Harbaugh is giving this franchise an overhaul</h2>



The Giants have had only one winning season in the last nine years. In fact, they’ve only won more than six games once in that span too. Hence, a complete new regime is needed to revamp the franchise and that’s what <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/john-harbaugh" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Harbaugh</a> is doing.



The next few months will be key as he assess the talent on the roster, establishes the full coaching staff and prepares for the NFL Draft, where the Giants have the fifth-overall pick. In total, the Giants will have seven picks, though three are in the sixth round.

John Harbaugh targets former coaches of Patrick Mahomes and Joe Burrow for the Giants OC role

John Harbaugh targets former coaches of Patrick Mahomes and Joe Burrow for the Giants OC role - Bolavip US

Following his abrupt departure from the Ravens, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/john-harbaugh">John Harbaugh</a> quickly found himself back to work. His new challenge now places him in the NFC, specifically at the helm of the New York Giants. While he knows turning the franchise around won’t be easy, the first step will be aiming to take down one of the team’s longtime rivals.



The message was clear and aimed at one specific target: the Philadelphia Eagles. While the coach understands that winning the NFC East will also require getting past the Commanders and the Cowboys, measuring up to Philly would put the Giants on an entirely different level.



“It starts with the Eagles. I mean, let’s just be honest about it. The Eagles are defending champs,” Harbaugh said on The Howard Eskin Show. “I remember when my dad would tell us that when Bo Schembechler took the job at Michigan in 1969, when Michigan was down and Ohio State was the reigning national champion. 



“It was like, we have to beat Ohio State. Everything we do, every decision we make, is with his Ohio State in mind. And they ended up building a team like Ohio State. And they beat them the very first year.“



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He also added: “So, you gotta build a team to beat the Eagles. Yeah, you gotta beat the Commanders and you gotta beat the Cowboys, but the Eagles are the champs. So, we have to build a team to beat the Eagles. And everything we do, every practice we have, every film session will be with that in mind.”



<h2>Young talent ready to break out for the Giants</h2>


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John Harbaugh’s arrival as the new head coach of the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-giants">New York Giants</a> marks a seismic shift in the NFC East, as he inherits a young, high-upside roster primed for a 2026 breakout. 



With a healthy Malik Nabers returning to anchor the receiving corps and the physical, “hammer” running style of Cam Skattebo providing a reliable ground game, Harbaugh has the tools to implement a tough, disciplined culture in East Rutherford. 



Most importantly, the development of rookie standout Jaxson Dart—who showed flashes of elite dual-threat ability in 2025—gives Harbaugh a dynamic centerpiece to build around, positioning the Giants as a legitimate threat to dethrone their division rivals.

John Harbaugh issues strong warning to one of Giants’ fiercest NFC rivals ahead of next NFL season

John Harbaugh issues strong warning to one of Giants’ fiercest NFC rivals ahead of next NFL season - Bolavip US

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-giants" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New York Giants</a> will have John Harbaugh as their head coach for the 2026 NFL season. One of his main priorities will be fixing the club’s defense, which is why he is targeting a <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Super Bowl</a>–winning coach for that task.



According to Michael McCarthy of FrontOfficeSports.com, John Harbaugh has revealed that Rex Ryan could join his coaching staff in 2026. While he has been out of the NFL for nearly 10 years, the Super Bowl XXXV champion remains a highly respected defensive mind in Harbaugh’s eyes.



“Why not?” HC John Harbaugh said on WFAN. “Could you imagine Rex coming back in here? I’m not ruling anything out. A guy like Rex, he’s around the game, he knows the game. He’s going to have to get updated a little bit with some of the scheme stuff, but I’ll tell you, no one calls a better game than Rex Ryan.”



<h2>John Harbaugh knows how to identify a good coach</h2>



During his time with the Baltimore Ravens, John Harbaugh worked alongside several top-tier coordinators. His most recent success story is just one win away from a Super Bowl appearance, as Mike Macdonald is close to leading the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/seattle-seahawks" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Seattle Seahawks</a> to the big game.



Macdonald served as Harbaugh’s defensive coordinator from 2022 to 2023. He became the Seahawks’ head coach in 2024, and just one year later, he is on the verge of competing for a Vince Lombardi Trophy after orchestrating a remarkable transformation in Seattle.



While Rex Ryan has not coached in the league for a decade, there is a clear reason why Harbaugh still believes in him. With a Super Bowl–winning coach potentially by his side, the new Giants head coach appears focused on assembling a high-level staff to rebuild the franchise for the long term.


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Jaxson Dart sets clears expectations on the Giants after the hire of John Harbaugh

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jaxson-dart" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Jaxson Dart</a> was one of the highest points of the New York Giants in his rookie year. While the team didn’t have many positives—or wins, the quarterback was a bright spot, giving the team hopes that it found a franchise signal-caller. Now, he is the one setting the expectations with the arrival of John Harbaugh as head coach.



Dart spoke with Jordan Raanan of ESPN.com about Harbaugh’s arrival. The players “were all really, really excited about and wanted to have,” Dart said. The QB also said he expects there to be “a whole lot of winning” with <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/john-harbaugh" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Harbaugh</a> as the coach.



Dart expanded, “He was just a coach who I feel like I just bought into the things that he was saying immediately, and just the way that he carries himself and can conduct himself in front of a room and&nbsp;his track record is incredible.” Harbaugh is a Super Bowl winning coach to the highest of levels. 



<h2>Harbaugh is a gamechanger for a team that needed it</h2>



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/jaxson-dart-receives-clear-update-on-his-future-with-the-ny-giants-from-new-hc-john-harbaugh" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Jaxson Dart received a clear message from John Harbaugh too</a>. The fact that there is some sort of symmetry between the quarterback and the head coach is already a great sign for the team. Harbaugh is a man of his people and getting along with the quarterback goes a long way in rebuilding this team.



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Harbaugh brings a 61.4% winning percentage over 18 seasons coached. He also holds the record for most road playoff wins in history with eight. He is exactly what the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-giants" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Giants</a> needed.


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<h2>It’s a huge change of scenery for Harbaugh</h2>



Going from the AFC to NFC is a big change of pace. Going from the AFC North, one of the most highly-competitive divisions in football to the NFC East, which is going through a weird moment is something that Harbaugh might look as positive.



The Giants were the worst team in the division, but they have talent to build around. The Commanders are in full rebuild mode as they lost coordinators and much of their roster is old, so they need to get younger. The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dallas-cowboys" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cowboys</a> are not a great team by any means, but the roster is good. Then, there’s the Eagles, with an elite roster yet a complete disaster organizationally. Harbaugh has the chance to really make an instant impact on the division.

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/andy-reid">Andy Reid</a> sent a very special message to John Harbaugh to wish him success as the new head coach of the Giants. Both worked together with the Philadelphia Eagles when Reid decided to keep Harbaugh as special teams coach.



Now, the former head coach of the Baltimore Ravens hopes to emulate what Reid achieved in his stint with the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs">Kansas City Chiefs</a>. “Andy is a man of few words. His four words to me were: ‘Change can be good.’ That’s what he said. He was excited. He’s fired up for us. He’s a good friend. How about we deal that right now? We’ll sign up for that deal right now, what he did in Kansas City. Let’s do that.”



Harbaugh will face the enormous challenge of turning the Giants into <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl">Super Bowl</a> contenders again, and after nearly two decades in Baltimore, his career appears to have taken a path similar to Reid’s when the legend left Philadelphia even though he had already built a championship-caliber roster there. A new team could give John’s career a fresh boost too.



<h2>Is Andy Reid leaving Chiefs?</h2>



No. Despite having lost many members of his coaching staff in recent days, Andy Reid has no plans to leave the Chiefs. In fact, he has already begun the restructuring process, and his first major splash for the 2026 season could be bringing Eric Bieniemy back as offensive coordinator.


 

 


The Chiefs hope that Patrick Mahomes recovers from his knee injury to lead an offense with very important names such as Rashee Rice and Xavier Worthy. The big question is what will happen at the running back position, and that is where Bieniemy could bring new ideas.



Additionally, it is still unclear if Travis Kelce will confirm his retirement or return to play one more year in 2026. That decision is also crucial, as it could have a major impact on the team’s first-round pick in the next draft.


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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-giants" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New York Giants</a> are set to look very different in 2026 under John Harbaugh’s guidance. Now, the new head coach has addressed a key question: will <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jaxson-dart" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Jaxson Dart</a> remain the team’s QB1?



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/john-harbaugh" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">John Harbaugh</a> has officially been introduced as the Giants’ head coach. As expected, he was asked about Jaxson Dart’s future, and he made it clear that there is currently no alternative—Dart will enter the 2026 season as the starting quarterback.



“It starts with the quarterback, for sure,” Harbaugh said about Jaxson Dart as QB1. “You build your team around your quarterback. You build your team around your players and what they do well, and I like the way he plays. I like his talent, skill set, all the things he’s accomplished. But more than that, I like who he is and what he’s about. To me, he’s about football. This young guy loves football. He wants to talk football all the time. And that’s what I like doing too so I think we’re going to have a lot of great conversations. Can’t wait to get started with him.”



<h2>A big challenge for Harbaugh</h2>



When the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/ravens-fire-john-harbaugh-his-record-in-baltimore-and-potential-landing-spots" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ravens fired John Harbaugh</a>, many fans wondered where he would continue his career. After weighing his options, he ultimately chose the Giants as his next destination.



New York has not been a true contender since the Eli Manning era, but the outlook is improving. The Giants have a young, promising offense and a defense that may only need a few additions to take the next step.



Harbaugh will now be tasked with developing Jaxson Dart as the leader of the offense. Dart benched Russell Wilson during the 2025 regular season, showing the coaching staff’s confidence in him. However, questions remain about his durability.


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While Dart has shown flashes of high-level potential, he was unable to play all the 2025 season due to multiple concussions—an issue the Giants and Harbaugh must monitor closely moving forward.



For some fans, Harbaugh appeared to be a strong fit for the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/bills-fire-sean-mcdermott-what-was-his-contract-and-record-in-buffalo" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bills following Sean McDermott’s exit</a>. Instead, he chose New York, a decision that suggests he believes in the long-term direction and upside of the Giants’ roster.



<h2>Who will be Jaxson Dart’s backup in 2026?</h2>



With Harbaugh confirming Dart as QB1, attention now shifts to the backup quarterback role. Russell Wilson is set to hit free agency, and the Giants are reportedly not interested in bringing him back for 2026.



According Harbaugh, the Giants plan to retain Jameis Winston as Dart’s backup. Still, adding a third-string quarterback remains a possibility, especially given Dart’s concussion history in 2025 and the importance of depth at the position.


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Things are moving quickly around the NFL. On Saturday, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-giants" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New York Giants</a> confirmed the signing of John Harbaugh. With one major candidate off the board, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kevin-stefanski" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kevin Stefanski</a> has now emerged as the favorite to become head coach of a team with a promising dual-threat quarterback.



The NFL is set to look very different in 2026. Several franchises will have new head coaches, creating a ripple effect across the league and opening vacancies that few expected just weeks ago.



After the Ravens parted ways with John Harbaugh, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/john-harbaughs-giants-contract-length-and-salary-how-much-will-the-hc-make-in-ny" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Giants acted swiftly and offered him a lucrative contract</a>. New York had initially shown interest in Kevin Stefanski, but with Harbaugh now in place, the former Cleveland Browns head coach has become a top target for another NFC team.



<h2>Report: Falcons emerge as strong favorites to hire Kevin Stefanski</h2>



According to NFL Media, Kevin Stefanski is now the leading candidate to become the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/atlanta-falcons" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Atlanta Falcons</a>’ next head coach for the 2026 season. Adam Schefter also reported that the Falcons are scheduled to bring Stefanski in for a second interview, significantly increasing his chances of landing the job.



Stefanski is currently the first candidate to receive a second interview in Atlanta’s head coaching search. The Falcons view him as a proven offensive mind capable of elevating the team’s attack to another level.



Atlanta’s starting quarterback is <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/michael-penix-jr" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Michael Penix Jr.</a>, a dual-threat signal-caller whose skill set could benefit greatly from an offensive-minded head coach like Stefanski. The organization appears to believe that coaching stability is the missing piece preventing the Falcons from taking the next step.


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<h2>Michael Penix Jr. still searching for consistency</h2>



The Falcons selected Michael Penix Jr. with the 8th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, despite signing Kirk Cousins earlier that offseason. He was viewed as the franchise quarterback of the future, but those expectations have yet to be fully realized.



Penix Jr. has struggled to stay healthy through his first two NFL seasons. While his talent is evident when he is on the field, availability remains a concern. For any team, sustained success depends on having a quarterback who can consistently stay healthy, regardless of raw ability.


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It’s official. According to multiple reports, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/john-harbaugh" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">John Harbaugh</a> is set to become the newest head coach of the New York Giants after signing a five-year deal. This marks an aggressive move by the franchise who now gets a Super Bowl winner to command the future of the franchise.



By signing on the dotted line, Harbaugh became the 24th head coach in franchise history. However, the hope is he will bring stability into a team that hasn’t had a reliable tenure in more than a decade. This is the list of <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-giants" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Giants</a>‘ HCs so far:



<ol><li>Bob Folwell (1925)</li><li>Doc Alexander (1926)</li><li>Earl Potteiger (1927-1928)</li><li>Roy Andrews (1929-1930)</li><li>Benny Friedman* (1930)</li><li>Steve Owen* (1930-1953)</li><li>Jim Lee Howell (1954-1960)</li><li>Allie Sherman (1961-1968)</li><li>Alex Webster (1969-1973)</li><li>Bill Arnsparger (1974-1976)</li><li>John McVay (1976-1978)</li><li>Ray Perkins (1979-1982)</li><li>Bill Parcells* (1983-1990)</li><li>Ray Handley (1991-1992)</li><li>Dan Reeves (1993-1996)</li><li>Jim Fassel (1997-2003)</li><li>Tom Coughlin (2004-2015)</li><li>Ben McAdoo (2016-2017)</li><li>Steve Spagnuolo (2017)</li><li>Pat Shurmur (2018-2019)</li><li>Joe Judge (2020-2021)</li><li>Brian Daboll (2022-2025)</li><li>Mike Kafka (2025)</li><li>John Harbaugh (2026-current)</li></ol>



*Indicates Hall of Fame status



<h2>Harbaugh will have a solid core to work with</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/12/01073817/jaxson-dart-5-1920x1080.webp" alt="Jaxson Dart" class="wp-image-537303"></figure><figcaption>Jaxson Dart #6 of the New York Giants.</figcaption></figure>



Harbaugh has a good young core to work with. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jaxson-dart" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Jaxson Dart</a> was a revelation as a rookie, now Harbaugh will help him evolve as a quarterback in his second year. They also have a second-year running back in Cam Skattebo who has all the tools to become an absolute threat if he recovers from his ankle injury properly. Also coming back from injury, third-year star wide receiver Malik Nabers. With them and a good front seven, the Giants are a promising team for Harbaugh to elevate.


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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/nfl-report-giants-used-unexpected-influence-to-convince-john-harbaugh-to-take-head-coaching-job" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Giants were urged to sign Harbaugh so much so that they used an unexpected influence to poach him</a>. Well, now they got him so a new, much-more successful era should rise for this team.



<h2>How big of a challenge is this for Harbaugh?</h2>



Well it’s not a Super Bowl contender team, but there are some positives for Harbaugh. For instance, his best players are still on rookie deals for the foreseeable future. Second of all, the NFC East is a very volatile division where Harbaugh can easily position the team as a possible divisional champion.



The Cowboys have a mess of their own which sees no end in sight. While a dangerous team, they’re not dominant by any means. The Commanders have an old, injured roster and just lost their offensive coordinator while dismissing the defensive coordinator too. Hence, they are looking to rebuild some areas to help Jayden Daniels out. Last, the Eagles, who are as talented as a team can be, but have an internal warfare and they seem bound to implode.

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Lamar Jackson could have played for the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers">Pittsburgh Steelers</a>. The shocking theory was revealed by Nick Wright on First Things First, following the complicated relationship the quarterback had with his former Ravens head coach, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/john-harbaugh">John Harbaugh</a>.



“I have on good authority that Lamar loves Tomlin and that if things had gone a different way with Baltimore’s decision whether or not to keep John Harbaugh, that Lamar had a lot of potential interest in finding a way to play for Mike Tomlin.”



In the end, the Ravens fired Harbaugh, and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mike-tomlin">Mike Tomlin</a> decided to step away from the Steelers. Now, both AFC North teams are still searching for their <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/steelers-could-sign-dolphins-assistant-as-next-head-coach-to-succeed-mike-tomlin">next coach</a>. Nevertheless, Lamar in Pittsburgh would have been something incredible.



<h2>John Harbaugh could be next Giants head coach</h2>



John Harbaugh is very close to becoming the head coach of the New York Giants. Although multiple reports considered the move a done deal, there are still contractual details that have prevented everything from being official.


 

 


<h2>Why did John Harbaugh leave Ravens and choose Giants?</h2>



John Harbaugh left the Ravens because owner Steve Bisciotti was no longer satisfied with his work as head coach. Now, Harbaugh has decided to start fresh in another conference with a core of young players like Jaxson Dart, Malik Nabers, and Cam Skattebo.


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Earlier this week, reports emerged that the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-giants" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New York Giants</a> had signed John Harbaugh. However, the club has yet to confirm his arrival, creating speculation about whether the head coach will ultimately join the franchise.



Things are getting complicated for New York. The team has not been able to officially announce <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/john-harbaugh" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">John Harbaugh</a> as its new head coach, even though several reports indicate that the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/john-harbaughs-giants-contract-length-and-salary-how-much-will-the-hc-make-in-ny" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Giants and Harbaugh have already agreed to a contract</a>.



According to Adam Schefter, salary and contract length are not the issues. The NFL insider suggests the delay is due to “language” in the agreement. “There’s no derailment and nothing has changed,” one source said. Talks continue, and both sides are working to get it across the finish line.



<h2>The deal could still fall apart</h2>



The Giants have done everything possible to secure their new head coach, even <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/nfl-report-giants-used-unexpected-influence-to-convince-john-harbaugh-to-take-head-coaching-job" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">using an unexpected influence to convince John Harbaugh</a>. However, no official announcement has been made yet, and fans are starting to grow frustrated.



New York wants Harbaugh, and it appears the coach wants the Giants as well. Nevertheless, until the contract is officially signed, Harbaugh remains a free agent who could still be lured by another organization.



John Harbaugh is one of the most sought-after coaches in the NFL right now. If the Giants cannot finalize the deal soon, another franchise could step in and make a more attractive offer—financially or competitively—making it a preferable landing spot for him.


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<h2>Why would John Harbaugh prefer to coach the Giants?</h2>



The Giants have not been great in recent years, but they have not been terrible either. They reached the playoffs in 2022 under Brian Daboll’s guidance with a weaker roster, so the arrival of Harbaugh would significantly boost their chances of sustained success.



New York also has a solid young roster to work with. Harbaugh would have time to prepare a long-term strategy for the 2026 NFL Draft and build a stronger team around Jaxson Dart. Joining the Giants would give him the opportunity—and resources—to prove he is still one of the NFL’s top-tier head coaches.

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-giants" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New York Giants</a> have landed John Harbaugh as their new head coach for the 2025 NFL season. According to reports, the organization went to great lengths to convince him to take the job, even leaning on an unexpected voice to help seal the deal.



Although the official announcement has yet to be made, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/john-harbaugh" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">John Harbaugh</a> is set to become the Giants’ next head coach. The team interviewed him on Wednesday, flew him to New York on a private plane, and spared no effort in making a strong pitch for the position.



In a surprising twist, the Giants reportedly relied on an intriguing influence to help sway Harbaugh. According to the New York Post, Brian Daboll—who served as the Giants’ head coach in 2025—spoke directly with Harbaugh and was “extremely complimentary of the Giants,” helping portray the job as a prime opportunity for the veteran coach.



<h2>The Giants went all-in for John Harbaugh</h2>



When the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/ravens-fire-john-harbaugh-his-record-in-baltimore-and-potential-landing-spots" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Baltimore Ravens fired John Harbaugh</a>, he immediately became one of the most sought-after coaching candidates in the NFL. However, it was the Giants who moved quickly and aggressively to secure him before other teams could gain momentum.



Many analysts believe Harbaugh is an ideal fit for New York. The Giants have a solid roster foundation, and the front office views him as the leader who can help turn the team into a consistent contender in the NFC East.



According to NFL Media, quarterback <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jaxson-dart" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Jaxson Dart</a> was present during the meeting with Harbaugh, giving the coach a firsthand look at the player he would be working with on offense. Giants legends Tom Coughlin and Eli Manning also reportedly reached out to Harbaugh, offering additional insight and support in the recruitment process.


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<h2>Will Jaxson Dart remain the Giants’ QB1?</h2>



The Giants selected Jaxson Dart in the first round of last year’s NFL Draft. While he showed promise during his rookie season, injuries significantly impacted his performance and availability, raising questions about his long-term status as the team’s starting quarterback.



Stability at the quarterback position is crucial, and Dart’s health will be a major factor moving forward. If he can stay healthy, the Giants appear ready to continue developing him as QB1. However, if injuries remain an issue, the team could begin exploring alternative options sooner rather than later.

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According to Ian Rapoport, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-giants">Giants</a> have signed John Harbaugh to a five-year contract. While the financial details have not been officially disclosed, Rapoport reports that Harbaugh is now among the highest-paid head coaches in the league. Jordan Schultz informed that the contract is worth around $100 million.



As of today, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/andy-reid-salary">Andy Reid’s salary</a> makes him the highest-paid coach in the NFL, earning approximately $20 million per year with the Kansas City Chiefs. He is followed closely by Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton, who reportedly makes around $18 million per season, according to Sportico.



<h2>What was Harbaugh’s contract in Baltimore?</h2>



Harbaugh still had two years left on his Ravens contract, having signed an extension in March 2025 to keep him in Baltimore through 2028. The deal reportedly paid him $17 million per season. Therefore, the Ravens owe him $34 million after his firing.



<h2>A familiar face joining Harbaugh in New York?</h2>



Schultz reports that Harbaugh let the Giants know he’d like to continue working with Todd Monken, who was his offensive coordinator with the Ravens. Monken has already interviewed for head coaching openings, but a reunion with Harbaugh appears to be on the cards, probably to continue working as an OC but in New York.


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With both John Harbaugh and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mike-tomlin" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Mike Tomlin</a> out of the AFC North, many fans have begun to wonder whether Tomlin could make a stunning move to replace Harbaugh. Now, the Baltimore Ravens have made their stance clear on the potential arrival of the former <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Pittsburgh Steelers</a> head coach.



On Tuesday, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/mike-tomlin-leaves-steelers-what-was-his-record-and-for-how-many-years-did-he-coach-pittsburgh" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Steelers confirmed that Mike Tomlin had parted ways with the organization</a>. Shortly after his exit, rumors began to swirl about his next destination, with the Ravens emerging as an unexpected and controversial possibility.



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ravens</a> owner Steve Bisciotti was informed of Tomlin’s departure during a press conference and was asked whether the team would pursue him for the vacant head coaching position. His response left many intrigued across the league.



“Holy s***, Mike, wouldn’t that be awesome?” Bisciotti said when asked whether Tomlin could be a candidate for Baltimore. “Only if John (Harbaugh) takes the Pittsburgh job. Wouldn’t that be interesting? I don’t know—maybe what happened last week (with the Steelers eliminating the Ravens) that disqualified him.”



<h2>Jokes aside, could Tomlin become the Ravens’ head coach?</h2>



With <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/john-harbaugh" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">John Harbaugh</a> and Mike Tomlin leaving the Ravens and the Steelers, respectively, many fans are wondering whether either coach could remain in the AFC North and take over a team they battled year after year.



After joking, Bisciotti shifted to a more serious tone and spoke candidly about his respect for Tomlin. “Good for Mike. I don’t know—talk to him,” the owner added. “I love Mike. I’ve admired Mike for 18 years, and that’s really shocking that he did it that way. That’s kind of crazy.”


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However, according to reports, Tomlin plans to take a year away from the NFL. He is expected to work as a TV analyst during the 2026 season, with a potential return to coaching in 2027 if he decides to continue his career, but with <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/mike-tomlins-predicted-next-job-after-steelers-exit-with-one-nfl-team-already-ruled-out" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one team already ruled out</a>.



With Tomlin’s departure, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/mike-tomlin-parts-ways-with-steelers-full-list-of-pittsburgh-head-coaches-in-franchise-history" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Steelers’ head coaching history will soon add a new name</a>. The AFC North is set to look very different in 2026—but could Harbaugh or Tomlin ultimately choose to stay in the division, just on opposite sidelines?



<h2>Is Arthur Smith an option to replace Mike Tomlin?</h2>



The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/who-are-steelers-hc-candidates-to-replace-mike-tomlin-in-pittsburgh" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Pittsburgh Steelers have already begun their search for new head coach candidates</a> to replace the historic Mike Tomlin, but the answer may come from within the organization rather than outside it.



According to reports, offensive coordinator Arthur Smith has emerged as a potential internal candidate to replace Tomlin. Smith is also expected to draw interest from other teams with head coaching vacancies, meaning Pittsburgh may need to act quickly if it wants to keep him in the building.

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