The New York Giants assembled one of the NFL’s most experienced coaching staffs under John Harbaugh. If that experience leads to success, it may not be long before other teams come calling.
The New York Giants didn’t just hire a new head coach this offseason, they assembled one of the most experienced coaching staffs in the NFL.
Under John Harbaugh, New York has surrounded its players with former head coaches, accomplished coordinators, and longtime NFL veterans. On paper, it’s exactly what Giants fans have been hoping to see for years.
But it also raises an interesting question.
If the Giants are successful in 2026, could this coaching staff get picked apart?
A Coaching Staff Loaded With Experience
It’s not often you find this many accomplished football minds working under the same roof.
The Giants have built an offensive staff featuring names like Matt Nagy, Greg Roman, Brian Callahan, and several assistants with coordinator or head coaching experience. Every coach brings a different perspective, making this one of the deepest staffs in the league.
That’s a credit to John Harbaugh.
Great coaches tend to attract great coaches, and Harbaugh has done exactly that.
The downside?
Success usually comes with opportunities elsewhere.
If New York’s offense takes a major step forward, it wouldn’t be surprising to see other NFL teams pursue members of this staff for coordinator or head coaching jobs.
That’s a good problem to have.
Greg Roman May Be the Real Offensive Architect
While Matt Nagy carries offensive coordinator experience, it’s hard not to look at Greg Roman as one of the biggest influences on this offense.
Roman has built physical, run-first offenses throughout his NFL career, and his fingerprints could be all over what the Giants want to become.
Rather than one coach calling all the shots, this feels more like a collaborative offensive brain trust.
If everyone can work together, the Giants could benefit from having multiple experienced voices in the room instead of relying on one play-caller.
The Jason Garrett Comparison
Giants fans have seen experienced assistants before.
When Jason Garrett joined Joe Judge’s staff, many questioned whether bringing in a former head coach would create tension. In hindsight, that situation feels much different.
Joe Judge was a first-time head coach still finding his footing.
John Harbaugh, meanwhile, has won at every level and commands immediate respect inside an NFL building. His experience allows him to empower talented assistants without worrying about conflicting personalities.
That leadership could be one of the biggest reasons this staff works.
The Giants Remain One of the NFL’s Biggest Wild Cards
One of the biggest reasons there’s so much excitement surrounding this team is the unknown.
Every offseason, fans try to predict wins and losses based on the schedule, but none of that means much before training camp.
Injuries happen. Young players emerge. Teams that look great on paper disappoint, while others exceed expectations.
The Giants are one of the league’s biggest wild cards entering the 2026 season because nobody truly knows what this offense will look like under John Harbaugh and this revamped coaching staff.
Expect the Giants to Lean on the Running Game
Everything points toward a more physical offensive approach.
John Harbaugh and Greg Roman have consistently built offenses around establishing the run, controlling the clock, and wearing defenses down.
That’s one reason it wouldn’t be surprising if the Giants add another running back before the regular season.
Cam Skattebo is working his way back, but there are still questions about the depth behind him. Adding another veteran to the room would provide insurance while reinforcing the physical identity this coaching staff appears to be building.
Final Thoughts
There’s plenty of excitement surrounding the New York Giants heading into the 2026 season, but there are still more questions than answers.
Can this experienced coaching staff unlock the potential of the roster?
Will the offense quickly establish the physical identity John Harbaugh and Greg Roman are known for?
Those questions won’t be answered until the games begin, but one thing is clear: this Giants team is built differently than we’ve seen in recent years.
If Harbaugh’s vision comes together, New York could finally have the culture, coaching, and physical identity fans have been waiting for.
And if that happens, Giants fans may have to worry about other teams trying to hire away some of the very coaches who helped make it happen.
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