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Giants Fire Coach Daboll, Seek New Leadership Amid Turmoil

1/5/2026

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The New York Giants fired head coach Brian Daboll and are searching for a new head coach led by general manager Joe Schoen.
Interim coach Mike Kafka, former NFL head coach Mike McCarthy, and defensive coordinators Lou Anarumo and Jeff Hafley are candidates.
Brian Flores, the Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator, is a strong candidate, but past NFL disputes may complicate the hire; the team aims to develop rookie Jaxson Dart.

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Story summary

The New York Giants fired head coach Brian Daboll and are searching for a new head coach led by general manager Joe Schoen.
Interim coach Mike Kafka, former NFL head coach Mike McCarthy, and defensive coordinators Lou Anarumo and Jeff Hafley are candidates.
Brian Flores, the Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator, is a strong candidate, but past NFL disputes may complicate the hire; the team aims to develop rookie Jaxson Dart.