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Giants Hire John Harbaugh for 'Hard Reset' After Losses

2/5/2026

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Summary

Story summary

John Harbaugh is hired as head coach of the New York Giants, a move Giants legend Carl Banks calls a 'hard reset' rooted in his Ravens pedigree.
Banks says Harbaugh will set a strong standard after 11 losing seasons since the 2011 Super Bowl.
With the No. 5 pick, Banks recommends Carnell Tate, Ohio State wide receiver, to bolster talent around second-year quarterback Jaxson Dart.

History

Historical Context

The New York Giants won Super Bowl XLVI on February 5, 2012, defeating the New England Patriots 21–17, marking their fourth championship. Despite this success, the team faced a challenging period, enduring 11 losing seasons. In 2026, they hired John Harbaugh as head coach, reflecting a trend of NFL teams seeking experienced leaders to revitalize performance and develop talent.

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Story summary

John Harbaugh is hired as head coach of the New York Giants, a move Giants legend Carl Banks calls a 'hard reset' rooted in his Ravens pedigree.
Banks says Harbaugh will set a strong standard after 11 losing seasons since the 2011 Super Bowl.
With the No. 5 pick, Banks recommends Carnell Tate, Ohio State wide receiver, to bolster talent around second-year quarterback Jaxson Dart.

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