In a surprising turn of events, despite another tough season and a coaching change, the New York Giants will continue to have Joe Schoen at the helm as general manager.
This decision came from owners John Mara and Steve Tisch on Monday, following months of speculation that the team might opt for a different direction after firing head coach Brian Daboll midway through the season.
“The 2025 season was very disappointing, with the on-field results not meeting the expectations of our organization and fans,” Mara and Tisch expressed in their statement.
They added, “Joe Schoen will remain as general manager and will lead football operations and the search for our new head coach. It’s crucial for us to have continuity and stability in the front office as we move forward.”
Both Schoen and Daboll were brought on board in 2022, but the latter was let go last month after suffering a third consecutive loss with the team. Schoen himself also faced scrutiny for significant missteps during his time, making him a target of criticism as the regular season drew to a close.
One major point of contention has been the decision to let running back Saquon Barkley sign with division rival Philadelphia, where he had an impressive season, winning a Super Bowl and snagging Offensive Player of the Year honors in his first year there.
Schoen signed quarterback Daniel Jones to a hefty four-year, $160 million extension in 2023, but that contract was released this season, with Jones now potentially playing for the Indianapolis Colts.
On a more positive note, Schoen has played a key role in some noteworthy draft picks, which many believe could shape the organization’s future success. Players like Malik Nabors, running back Cam Skatebo, pass rusher Abdul Carter, and potential franchise quarterback Jackson Dart are among the most significant additions during his tenure.
In concluding their statement, Mara and Tisch mentioned, “We have faith in our core of young talent, which we can build upon for future success.”
So far, under Schoen’s leadership, the Giants hold a record of 22-45-1, with just one playoff appearance.
