Former New York Giants star running back Brandon Jacobs has voiced his strong approval of the team’s decision to retain head coach Brian Daboll and general manager Joe Schoen for the 2025 season. Speaking to TMZ Sports, Jacobs, a two-time Super Bowl champion with the Giants, argued against the frequent coaching changes that have plagued many NFL franchises. He believes continuity is crucial for long-term success, stating, “You can’t keep getting new coaches every three years.” He considers retaining Daboll and Schoen the right move, despite the team’s disappointing 9-25 record over the past two seasons.
Jacobs acknowledged the team’s struggles but pointed to Daboll’s success in leading the Giants to the playoffs in his inaugural season as evidence that the problems run deeper than coaching. He believes the franchise needs to identify and address fundamental issues hindering its performance. “You’ve got to try and find a bigger problem that’s going on with a franchise,” Jacobs explained. “Something is not gelling there, because you can see it.” He suggested the team should prioritize acquiring more players through draft-day trades to bolster their roster and improve their win-loss record more quickly.
However, Jacobs did express criticism of the Giants’ off-season decisions, specifically citing the departure of Saquon Barkley and the financial commitment to Daniel Jones as significant setbacks. He believes these choices significantly hampered the team’s potential. Overall, Jacobs remains confident in the long-term vision of Daboll and Schoen, emphasizing the need for a more holistic approach to improving the Giants’ performance beyond simply changing leadership.