Charlotte Carroll of The Athletic first broke the news on social media, and Connor Hughes of SNY added that Roman had “talks with the Jets” before accepting the Giants gig, calling the hire a “great addition for Harbaugh.” Dan Duggan of The Athletic suggested the role will center on run-game coordination and serve as a complementary piece to OC Matt Nagy. Roman previously served as Harbaugh’s OC with Baltimore from 2019-22 and then with Jim Harbaugh for the past two seasons.
The Jets had identified Roman as one of three finalists for their offensive coordinator job, a role ultimately filled by Frank Reich. Still, several beat reporters noted that Roman or Darrell Bevell could land on Reich’s staff, given Reich’s quarterback-focused background and the Jets’ reported need to improve their historically struggling passing offense.
Roman’s decision to join the Giants appears influenced by the security and continuity offered by Harbaugh. Harbaugh recently signed a five-year, $100 million deal, and the Giants show a clear commitment to him. That stability stands in contrast to the Jets, where head coach Aaron Glenn’s five-year contract carries less certainty if results don’t materialize quickly.
Individually, Roman brings a rich run-game résumé. He helped San Francisco post top-five rushing offenses from 2011-14 and delivered one of the most productive run games during Lamar Jackson’s MVP season in 2019. With a long coaching career—spanning 31 years, including extensive work with Harbaugh brothers Jim and John—Roman is widely regarded for his expertise in developing the run game.
The move reshapes the Giants’ offensive staff and leaves the Jets to press on with their OC search. Roman’s track record and the role’s focus on the run game underscore a broader shift in how both teams are approaching offensive identity and stability for the 2026 season.
