Monken had been Harbaugh’s preferred hire, but Cleveland’s unexpected head-coaching opening drew him away, leaving Harbaugh to reset the Giants’ offensive plan and the coaching interview process.
Brian Callahan is among the leading names in the mix. He was fired by the Tennessee Titans during the 2025 season, but previously enjoyed a successful five-season run as the Cincinnati Bengals’ offensive coordinator, a track record that makes him a strong candidate for Harbaugh’s vision.
Kliff Kingsbury is the other prominent contender. He most recently served as the Washington Commanders’ offensive coordinator before being fired earlier this offseason and brings a wealth of NFL experience, including his stint as Arizona Cardinals head coach, to the table.
According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, the Giants are conducting numerous virtual interviews and will narrow to finalists for in-person interviews, likely next week. The timeline for the Giants’ OC search appears to be in step with the Jets’ similarly structured process.
Ultimately, Harbaugh’s offensive philosophy will determine which candidate fits best, and both Callahan and Kingsbury are viewed as credible options to land the Giants’ OC job. As the process accelerates, second interviews could be on the horizon for the two candidates.
