When a team fires its head coach, it’s rarely a quiet affair. But what happens when the General Manager, hired alongside that coach, remains in place? That’s the question swirling around the New York Giants after they parted ways with Brian Daboll last month, leaving Joe Schoen to lead the search for his replacement. This decision has sparked intense debate, especially since both Schoen and Daboll were brought on board in 2022. At his bye week press conference (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=niw_OXi5C7c), Schoen addressed the elephant in the room, acknowledging his shared responsibility for the team’s struggles. “My hand’s in it just like Brian’s is,” he admitted, while emphasizing that the decision to fire Daboll was ultimately made by ownership. Schoen’s stance? “Control what I can control.”
But here’s where it gets controversial: Schoen insists he’s grown into the role since his arrival, claiming he’s a better GM today than he was two years ago. He openly admits his decisions haven’t all been home runs—“the chances of me batting a thousand are long gone,” he quipped—but argues he’s learned from his missteps. “I’m not going to make the same mistake twice,” he assured, pointing to players like Jaxson Dart, Malik Nabers, Brian Burns, and Andrew Thomas as evidence of his successes. These talents, he believes, are the foundation for a brighter future.
And this is the part most people miss: Schoen isn’t just resting on past achievements. He’s doubling down on his confidence in the team’s process. “There are pieces in place,” he declared. “I have faith in our ability to find the next coach to lead this organization. I know we’re going to get it right.” Bold words, especially given the doubts surrounding his track record. But Schoen seems determined to prove the skeptics wrong, starting in 2026 and beyond.
Here’s the real question: Can Schoen truly turn things around, or is he overestimating his ability to rebuild the Giants? Is keeping him the right move, or should the organization have cleaned house entirely? Let us know your thoughts in the comments—this is one debate that’s far from over.
