Giants Stick with Schoen and Daboll despite Disappointing Season
The New York Giants, despite a challenging 2023-2024 season marked by 14 losses and the departure of star running back Saquon Barkley, have reaffirmed their faith in General Manager Joe Schoen and Head Coach Brian Daboll. This decision was announced by team President John Mara in a press release on monday.
The Giants’ struggles were evident on the field, culminating in the third overall pick in the upcoming NFL draft. One of the most notable setbacks was the release of quarterback Daniel jones, who had been signed to a lucrative four-year, $160 million contract by Schoen following the 2022 season.This move proved to be a costly miscalculation, as Jones’ performance fell short of expectations, leading to his release after throwing eight touchdowns and seven interceptions, with the team holding a dismal 2-8 record at the time.Barkley, simultaneously occurring, thrived with division rival Philadelphia Eagles, rushing for over 2,000 yards.
Despite these challenges, Schoen and Daboll will embark on their fourth year with the Giants in 2025.
Coaching Carousel: Jaguars Make a Change, Dolphins Stand Pat
In contrast to the Giants’ decision, the Jacksonville Jaguars took decisive action, parting ways with Head coach Doug Pederson after a disappointing four-win season. The Jaguars missed the playoffs for the second consecutive year,failing to meet the lofty expectations set by owner Shad Khan.
Meanwhile, the Miami Dolphins opted for stability, retaining Head Coach Mike McDaniel and General Manager Chris Grier for the upcoming season. Interestingly, grier’s brother, also named chris, holds the same position with the San Jose sharks in the National hockey League.
The Hot Seat: Analyzing NFL Coaching Carousel Decisions
Welcome back, sports fans, to another edition of “Inside the Lines”! today, we’re diving headfirst into the recent coaching carousel chaos gripping the NFL, fueled by disappointing seasons and high expectations. Joining me is former Super Bowl champion and current ESPN analyst,Steve Smith Sr. Steve, thanks for lending your expertise!
Steve: Always happy to be here, [your Name].LetS break it down.
[Your Name]: Let’s start with the Giants. They’ve decided to stick with Schoen and Daboll despite a 14-loss season and the controversial Daniel Jones saga. Is this blind faith or a calculated risk?
Steve: I gotta say, I’m surprised. Retaining both after a 14-loss season, especially after releasing Jones after that massive contract, is a bold move. You’ve gotta be confident in Daboll’s system and Schoen’s ability to rebuild this team,especially with that #3 overall draft pick. I’m not saying it’s a bad decision, but the pressure is on next season.
[Your name]: absolutely. Watching Barkley thrive with the Eagles must have been gut-wrenching for Giants fans. Do you think schoen could have done anything differently with the Saquon situation?
Steve: Hindsight is 20/20. It’s easy to say now that letting Barkley go was a mistake. But at the time, with the contract he’d have demanded, it probably looked like a smart move financially.
Though,letting your star running back walk to a division rival? That stings. It’s a gamble, and it didn’t pay off.
[Your Name]: Contrasting the Giants’ decision,the Jacksonville Jaguars took a swift axe to Doug Pederson after only four wins. Was this the right call, or are they too fast to pull the trigger?
Steve: Look, shad Khan is a competitive owner who wants immediate results. Four wins are unacceptable for a team with the talent Jacksonville possesses.
Pederson didn’t get the job done. Sometimes, a change in leadership is needed to shake things up and ignite a spark.It’s a risk, but I understand Khan’s thinking.
[Your Name]: What about the Dolphins? Sticking with McDaniel and Grier after a playoff appearance seems logical. Isn’t consistency key in building a winning culture?
Steve: Absolutely. In today’s NFL, consistency is rare. With Tua improving, a solid coaching staff in place, and a nucleus of young talent, Miami seems poised for sustained success. Sometimes, patience is the best strategy.
[Your Name]: Hard to argue with that logic! Steve,what’s your takeaway from this coaching carousel madness? Are these decisions calculated or panicked?
Steve: it’s a mix of both.
Teams react based on their specific circumstances. Some, like the Giants, believe in their long-term plan. Others, like Jacksonville, are driven by immediate wins.
One thing is without a doubt, the pressure is on for these coaches and GMs to deliver next season.
[Your Name]: wise words,Steve. This coaching carousel is just getting started. We’ll be back next week to dissect another round of decisions.
And we want to hear from you! Do you agree with the Giants’ decision to stay the course? Or was a coaching change warranted in Jacksonville? Sound off in the comments below! Keep it respectful, folks.
We’ll see you next time on “Inside the lines”!
