John Harbaugh takes over as head coach for the New York Giants
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 10, 2026, 12:31 PM
Last updated Sep 10, 2026

The New York Giants enter the 2026 season under new head coach John Harbaugh, marking the latest attempt to stabilize a franchise that has employed eight coaches since 2011. The team features a revamped defense anchored by edge defenders Brian Burns and Abdul Carter, joined by newcomer Arvell Reese. Offensively, quarterback Jaxson Dart leads a unit facing questions regarding wide receiver depth due to the departure of Wan'Dale Robinson and the ongoing recovery of Malik Nabers. Tight end Isaiah Likely joins the roster as a potential primary target for the passing game. Expectations for the team focus on achieving consistent, methodical improvement over the coming season. Analysts project the Giants remain competitive within the playoff race despite uncertainty surrounding the receiving corps.
- •John Harbaugh joins as head coach after 18 years in Baltimore.
- •Edge defender Arvell Reese joins Brian Burns and Abdul Carter in the defensive front.
- •Wide receiver Wan'Dale Robinson departed for the Tennessee Titans.
- •Tight end Isaiah Likely arrives to bolster the receiving options for quarterback Jaxson Dart.
- •Malik Nabers enters the season continuing his recovery from an ACL injury.
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"John Harbaugh's arrival should end a coaching carousel. Will it make New York anything more than competent?
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