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John Harbaugh earns Coach of the Year consideration with Giants' success

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Last updated Oct 28, 2026

John Harbaugh earns Coach of the Year consideration with Giants' success
Summary

New York Giants head coach John Harbaugh is being recognized as a potential Coach of the Year candidate after leading the team to a 4-2-1 record through seven weeks. Despite injuries to key players, the Giants showed resilience, winning as 10.5-point underdogs against the Houston Texans in Week 7. ESPN analyst Dan Orlovsky praised the team's performance and Harbaugh's influence on their improved culture. With ten games still remaining, the Giants have a viable chance at winning their division under Harbaugh's leadership. Continued success could solidify his position as a front-runner for the award.

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  • •Giants are 4-2-1 after seven games this season.
  • •Team defeated the Texans in Week 7 as 10.5-point underdogs.
  • •Harbaugh is credited with significant cultural changes in the organization.
  • •The Giants have ten games remaining, with division title hopes.
  • •Dan Orlovsky endorsed Harbaugh as a Coach of the Year candidate.
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  • 6:55 PMYahoo Sports — Dan Orlovsky: Giants' John Harbaugh is Coach of the Year candidate
What they're saying
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Through seven weeks, Dan Orlovsky believes New York Giants head coach John Harbaugh is a 2026 Coach of the Year candidate.

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