New York Giants General Manager Joe Schoen speaks at a press conference during day one of the New York Giants training camp at Quest Diagnostics Giants Training Center in East Rutherford on Wednesday, July 23, 2025.
The New York Giants have announced the termination of head coach Brian Daboll, but the future of general manager Joe Schoen remains in question. In a statement released on Monday, co-owners John Mara and Steve Tisch confirmed that Schoen will continue in his role and lead the search for a new head coach. This statement has led to speculation among fans and insiders about Schoen’s long-term position with the team.
Despite Schoen’s current status, some analysts express skepticism about his job security. Longtime sports reporter Ian O’Connor from The Athletic stated that he does not believe Schoen’s position as general manager is guaranteed for next year. “Ownership will make the final call on the coach in January, when I’d expect Schoen to be reviewed again,” O’Connor commented.
The Giants are struggling significantly, holding the second-worst record in the NFL with just 11-33 since the start of the 2023 season. As noted by Dan Duggan of The Athletic, the team’s performance has raised questions about the effectiveness of both the coaching staff and management. This sentiment is echoed by Evan Roberts, a radio host on WFAN, who quoted play-by-play announcer Bob Papa as saying that “all bets are off” regarding Schoen’s future.
The Giants’ ownership seems to attribute the team’s poor performance, currently at 2-8 for the 2025 season, to coaching issues, particularly after the team squandered four double-digit leads during losses from Week 2 to Week 10. How the team performs under interim head coach Mike Kafka could be crucial for Schoen’s future.
Experts suggest that Schoen’s job is not secure, even as he leads the search for a new head coach. Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer mentioned that it is not guaranteed Schoen will be in charge during the upcoming draft. He highlighted examples from other NFL teams where general managers survived coaching changes and successfully paired with new head coaches, providing a glimmer of hope for Schoen.
In a report by Jeremy Fowler of ESPN, the decision to fire Daboll while retaining Schoen was unexpected among many in the league. Fowler indicated that the direction of the coaching search could play a significant role in determining Schoen’s future. If the new coaching candidate insists on bringing in their own general manager, it could create a challenging situation for the franchise.
As the Giants continue their season, Schoen may need to see improved results to solidify his position within the organization. With the NFL draft approaching in spring 2026, the pressure will mount for Schoen to deliver a winning roster and ensure his tenure remains intact.
