Giants Eye Marcus Freeman as Coaching Prospect
As the Giants search for a new head coach, Marcus Freeman has emerged as a strong candidate. The Notre Dame head football coach expressed appreciation for the consideration, but emphasized that it serves as a reminder of the good things he has going on in South Bend.
Following the dismissal of Giants’ coach Brian Daboll, Freeman’s name surfaced as a favorite within the organization. He discussed this on a recent episode of the podcast “Blue Rush,” showcasing how he is viewed positively by the team.
In a roundtable discussion with the Post ahead of the release of Season 2 of the documentary series “Here Come the Irish,” Freeman reflected on the Giants’ current struggles. He described it as “humiliating” for such a prominent team to be in their situation, yet recognized that it reinforces the value of what he’s built at Notre Dame.
“I’m grateful to even be mentioned by an organization like that. There’s immense history with the Giants,” Freeman noted. He added that this acknowledgment serves as a thank you, reminding him to appreciate his position. “If I hadn’t had this success, my name wouldn’t be in that conversation,” he added.
This season has been a stark contrast for both programs. The Fighting Irish, now ranked No. 10 in the College Football Playoff Top 25, have surged to a 10-game winning streak after starting 0-2. In contrast, the Giants are facing a dire situation at 2-11, having lost seven games in a row, all while cleaning house mid-season with the firing of coach Daboll.
Freeman has made notable strides since taking over from Brian Kelly at the end of the 2021 season. With a 43-12 record to his name, he has led the team to a bowl game every year and even reached the College Football Playoff national title game last season.
“Success at Notre Dame is humbling. When your name comes up in discussions about major programs like the Giants, it keeps me grounded,” Freeman reflected. “If you don’t appreciate what you have, you risk losing it.”
Meanwhile, Giants general manager Joe Schoen assured reporters that the team will support interim head coach Mike Kafka as they evaluate the future of the coaching staff beyond 2026. “Was everything perfect? No,” he admitted, but remained confident in his staff and their ability to revitalize the franchise.
