Overview
- The Athletic’s Dianna Russini reported an initial Giants list that includes Packers DC Jeff Hafley, Colts DC Lou Anarumo, Seahawks OC Klint Kubiak, Commanders OC Kliff Kingsbury and Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman.
- Prediction markets and Sports Illustrated reporting have elevated Hafley as an early favorite, but no interviews or hiring decisions have been announced.
- Freeman has never coached in the NFL and is under an extension through 2030, with a departure expected to require a substantial buyout reported around $40 million.
- General manager Joe Schoen is leading the search following Brian Daboll’s in-season firing, and Mike Kafka remains the interim head coach.
- Rams DC Chris Shula has drawn external buzz, but he is not on the reported short list as New York weighs both defensive and offensive coordinators along with one college option.