The recent dismissal of Brian Daboll from the Giants has sparked considerable speculation about his next career move, particularly regarding potential head coaching opportunities.
Currently, the Titans are on a quest for a new head coach following the midseason firing of Brian Callahan. This raises the question: Could Brian Daboll, whose tenure with the Giants ended prematurely, become a candidate for this position?
While it might seem unlikely at this moment, Daboll is set to interview with the Titans this Friday, marking his first known interview in this hiring cycle for either a head coaching role or an offensive coordinator position, as reported by NFL Network.
Looking ahead, it increasingly seems that Daboll may find himself stepping into an offensive coordinator role rather than a head coach in 2026. This could happen either in the NFL or at the collegiate level, where he previously achieved success as Alabama's offensive coordinator, leading them to a national championship in 2017. One intriguing spot to keep an eye on is the Eagles, who might consider letting go of Kevin Patullo after a lackluster season. Should Daboll join the Eagles, it would create an interesting narrative, especially if the Giants decide to hire a prominent coach like John Harbaugh to take over.
Daboll's time with the Giants came to an end after a disappointing 2-8 start in 2025, and his records of 3-14 and 6-11 in the prior two seasons reflect a troubling trend after a promising start in 2022 when he led the team to a wild-card playoff win and earned the NFL Coach of the Year award. Unfortunately, things took a downturn for him in East Rutherford.
At 50 years old, Daboll is not past the point of being considered for another head coaching opportunity. However, he may need to rebuild his reputation first by excelling in an offensive coordinator position once again. His previous work with quarterback Josh Allen in Buffalo from 2018 to 2021 continues to make him an attractive option for teams seeking a new coach, such as the Titans, who are working to develop Cam Ward, the top pick from last year’s draft.
Interestingly, the Giants had aspirations to trade up to select Ward, but the Titans held the No. 1 spot and chose him instead. Consequently, the Giants acquired Jaxson Dart at No. 25 after moving up in the draft. Both quarterbacks demonstrated their talent during their rookie seasons, leaving fans curious to see who will emerge as the better player in the long run.
Daboll's challenges as a head coach during 2023-25 were more related to his leadership style and game management than his ability to devise effective plays for talented quarterbacks like Dart or Ward. This factor will certainly be on the minds of the Titans' management as they evaluate his candidacy.
Additionally, it's worth mentioning that the Giants are scheduled to host the Titans in the 2026 season, which could add further intrigue to the ongoing narrative surrounding Daboll's career.
