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Jaxson Dart Says Giants Will Be 'Physical, Violent' Under New Coach John Harbaugh

The comments underscore a run-focused scheme built around new coaches, veteran signings, plus draft help.

Overview

  • Dart, speaking to ESPN on Wednesday, said Harbaugh drives a daily message of toughness and vowed the Giants will play a physical, violent brand across offense, defense, and special teams.
  • He described the offense as versatile and really explosive, with Matt Nagy coordinating and input drawn from Greg Roman and Brian Callahan to tailor the system to his skills.
  • To fit that style, the Giants added tight end Isaiah Likely, fullback Patrick Ricard, and receivers Darnell Mooney and Calvin Austin, and drafted tackle Francis Mauigoa and wideout Malachi Fields.
  • Receiver Malik Nabers and running back Cam Skattebo are working back from 2025 injuries, and their availability for the start of 2026 remains a key variable in how quickly the offense clicks.
  • Harbaugh arrived in January after 18 seasons leading the Ravens, and the 4–13 Giants are treating his hire and the offseason overhaul as a reset aimed at a tougher, run-leaning identity.