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ENOUGH IS ENOUGH: After 10 Consecutive Loss, Head Coach Brian Daboll Has Been FIRED By NY Giants With Immediate Effect As Officially Confirmed.
ENOUGH IS ENOUGH: After 10 Consecutive Loss, Head Coach Brian Daboll Has Been FIRED By NY Giants With Immediate Effect As Officially Confirmed.
In a decisive move following a franchise-record tenth consecutive loss, the New York Giants have terminated Head Coach Brian Daboll, effective immediately. The announcement comes on the heels of a disheartening 34-7 defeat to the Atlanta Falcons, which dropped the Giants to a 2-13 record for the season.
Daboll, who was appointed as the Giants’ head coach in 2022, initially led the team to a 9-7-1 record and a playoff victory over the Minnesota Vikings in his first season. However, the subsequent seasons saw a significant decline, with the team finishing 6-11 in 2023 and currently standing at 2-13 in 2024. The recent loss to the Falcons marked the nadir of this downward trajectory, setting a new low in the storied 100-year history of the franchise.
The game against Atlanta was particularly demoralizing. Rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr., in his first career start for the Falcons, completed 18 of 27 passes for 202 yards, leading his team to a commanding victory. The Giants’ offense, under the direction of quarterback Drew Lock, struggled throughout, managing only a single touchdown early in the game. Lock completed 22 of 39 passes for 210 yards but was plagued by turnovers, including two interceptions returned for touchdowns and a fumble.
The defensive unit, which had shown promise earlier in the season, appeared overmatched and fatigued, allowing the Falcons to convert 8 of 14 third-down attempts. Notably, rookie wide receiver Malik Nabers was a rare bright spot, setting a franchise record for receptions by a rookie with 97 catches on the season, despite committing several penalties during the game.
Fan discontent had been mounting over the course of the losing streak. In a dramatic display of frustration, some supporters went so far as to hire planes to fly over MetLife Stadium with banners urging the team’s ownership to make sweeping changes. One such banner read, “We Won’t Stop Until You Fire Everyone,” underscoring the escalating pressure on the organization’s leadership to take decisive action.
The decision to part ways with Daboll reflects the organization’s acknowledgment of the need for a new direction. General Manager Joe Schoen, who has been under scrutiny alongside Daboll, stated, “We are grateful to Brian for his contributions over the past three seasons, but we believe it is in the best interest of the franchise to move forward with new leadership.”
The Giants now face the challenge of identifying a successor who can revitalize the team and restore its competitive standing in the league. Speculation has already begun regarding potential candidates, with names like Brian Flores, currently the defensive coordinator for the Minnesota Vikings, being mentioned as a possible replacement.
As the season draws to a close, the Giants are set to host the Indianapolis Colts in their final home game. The organization and its fan base will be looking for signs of resilience and a commitment to rebuilding a team that can once again contend for championships.
In the interim, offensive coordinator Mike Kafka is expected to assume the role of interim head coach for the remainder of the season. The Giants’ ownership has expressed confidence in Kafka’s ability to lead the team through this transitional period and has emphasized the importance of finishing the season with professionalism and determination.
The dismissal of Brian Daboll marks the end of a tumultuous chapter in Giants history. The focus now shifts to the future and the steps the organization will take to rebuild and reestablish itself as a formidable force in the NFL.
