The New York Giants are a punchline in the NFL, and even Bill Belichick isn’t immune to the jokes.
As they wallow at 2-5 after a humiliating 28-3 loss to the Eagles, the team is 8-16 since their brief playoff run in 2022. With heads on the chopping block, coach Brian Daboll and GM Joe Schoen could be out if they don’t turn things around quickly, starting with their Monday night matchup in Pittsburgh.
But could Belichick be the savior they need in 2025? Let’s dissect this idea.
First off, would Belichick even consider the Giants? Sure, he got his start there in the ’80s, but he’s driven by one thing: winning another Super Bowl and breaking Don Shula’s records. At 73 next season, he’s just 15 wins shy of passing Shula in overall victories and 27 in regular season wins. However, the Giants’ roster is a mess—does Belichick think he can win right away in East Rutherford? If not, he might find a better shot in Dallas.
Of course, the Cowboys come with their own challenges, particularly with Jerry and Stephen Jones controlling the operations. If Belichick wants full authority, a team like Jacksonville might be more appealing.
Now, let’s consider this: Would co-owners John Mara and Steve Tisch actually grant Belichick full control? Given the dismal state of the Patriots, largely due to Belichick’s questionable personnel choices, that’s a risky proposition.
What if he just wants to coach? It’s hard to believe he’d want to work with Schoen, especially after publicly criticizing him. Belichick would likely demand Schoen’s firing before even considering the role.
Moreover, if a top GM candidate knows Belichick is coming in, they’d think twice. Why would they want to work for a coach who may not want to share power? The best GM prospects will have better options.
In summary, while the Giants could very well fire Daboll and Schoen, a Belichick return isn’t guaranteed. Mara and Tisch will need to seriously evaluate the prospect of letting him steer the ship, especially with the Patriots’ current struggles fresh in their minds.
