New York Giants Retain GM Joe Schoen Amid Struggles, Emphasizing Stability
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The New York Giants have decided to keep General Manager Joe Schoen at the helm despite enduring their third consecutive losing season and a midseason coaching change that saw Brian Daboll fired. Owners John Mara and Steve Tisch announced their support for Schoen on Monday, underscoring the importance of continuity and stability as the franchise seeks to rebuild.
“The 2025 season has been deeply disappointing, and the results on the field have not lived up to the standard this organization and our fans expect,” Mara and Tisch said in a joint statement. “As previously stated, Joe Schoen will remain our General Manager and continue to lead our football operations and the search for our next head coach. Continuity and stability in the front office is important to our progress.”
Schoen, who was hired alongside Daboll in 2022, faced intense scrutiny after the Giants’ recent struggles. The decision to let star running back Saquon Barkley leave for division rival Philadelphia, where Barkley won a Super Bowl and earned Offensive Player of the Year honors in his first season, remains a particularly sharp point of criticism. Additionally, the team’s handling of quarterback Daniel Jones—signing him to a lucrative extension in 2023 only to release him the following season, after which he performed well with the Indianapolis Colts—has drawn questions about the front office’s personnel decisions.
Despite these setbacks, Schoen has been credited with drafting promising young talent that could shape the Giants’ future. Key acquisitions such as wide receiver Malik Nabers, running back Cam Skattebo, pass rusher Abdul Carter, and quarterback Jaxson Dart have injected hope into the organization. Dart, in particular, is viewed as a potential franchise cornerstone, celebrated recently after scoring a touchdown against the Raiders at Allegiant Stadium.
The Giants’ decision to retain Schoen aligns with a broader NFL trend where franchises prioritize front office stability to foster long-term success, even amid short-term disappointments. According to the official NFL site, the Giants are now focused on a comprehensive rebuild, balancing the development of young players with strategic leadership.
As the Giants embark on their search for a new head coach, Schoen’s role will be pivotal in shaping the team’s direction. The organization’s commitment to continuity is seen as a way to avoid the pitfalls of frequent leadership changes, which can disrupt progress and player development.
For fans and analysts alike, the 2026 season will be a critical test of whether the Giants’ faith in Schoen and their young core can translate into improved performance on the field. The team’s front office will be under close watch as they attempt to reverse years of underachievement and restore the franchise to playoff contention.
More broadly, the Giants’ situation highlights the challenges NFL teams face in balancing immediate results with long-term planning. As noted by the ESPN NFL coverage, the Giants’ leadership believes that maintaining a steady hand in the front office is essential to navigating this complex landscape.
With the NFL Draft and free agency periods approaching, Schoen’s decisions will be critical. The Giants will look to build around their young stars and address roster weaknesses to compete in the increasingly competitive NFC East, which includes formidable opponents like the Philadelphia Eagles and Dallas Cowboys.
For more on the Giants’ organizational decisions and NFL management strategies, the NFL Players Association and the NFL Communications provide ongoing updates and insights.
As the Giants prepare for the offseason, the message from ownership is clear: patience and stability are the keys to returning the franchise to its winning ways.
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