The New York Giants revamped their coaching staff after hiring head coach John Harbaugh, but retained general manager Joe Schoen. This was a surprising move, as many around the NFL believed that Harbaugh wanted to bring in his own general manager. However, Shawn's time in New York may soon be coming to an end.
There are those in the NFL who think Schoen could be fired as Giants general manager "this week," as Pat Leonard of NY Daily News Sports reports. New York is coming off a successful 2026 NFL Draft, and it's clear that Harbaugh's fingerprints are all over the selections.
Schoen only has one year left on his contract, but he may not reach the finish line. Harbaugh reports directly to New York ownership rather than to Schoen, creating a different power structure than previously established. This has limited Schoen's power in the organization, which is evident heading into the 2026 NFL Draft.
If the Giants move on from Schoen, it would allow Harbaugh to eventually bring in his own general manager. If not, Schoen will essentially have to take a one-year "trial" to see if he's a long-term fit next to Harbaugh in New York. However, that could all end if the Giants give their general manager a new contract extension.
Right now, it seems like everything is on the table for the Giants after the 2026 NFL Draft. Schoen can stick around and work with Harbaugh or New York can fire him. Despite what Harbaugh said was important, Schoen still had input on a successful 2026 draft class.
It remains to be seen what happens next, but this could end Shawn's tenure as Giants GM.
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