John Harbaugh Search For an OC After Browns Hire Todd Monken

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New York Giants' Search for an Offensive Coordinator

The New York Giants have sparked significant excitement with the potential hiring of Harbaugh. However, the position for offensive coordinator remains open, adding a layer of intrigue around the team's next moves. Originally, Todd Monken was a prime candidate for the role, but his unexpected appointment as the Cleveland Browns' head coach has left a vacancy that the Giants are keen to fill.

Sources close to the Giants have spotlighted Davis Webb, a former third-string quarterback for the team and a coach's son, who retired and quickly moved into coaching. Webb is seen as a promising talent for the offensive coordinator role especially after his proactive approach as a player, where he would organize extra practice sessions for backups. This illustrates his deep understanding and dedication to the game.

Meanwhile, other names like Cliff Kingsbury and Shane Day are also being considered. Kingsbury, noted for his handling of the Commander's effective running game last season, proves to be a versatile candidate contrary to the belief that he only focuses on the passing game. Shane Day, currently the quarterbacks coach for the Chargers and praised for his expertise with quarterbacks and the run game, is also a potential candidate, though considered more of a long shot compared to Webb.

Amid these deliberations, it's reported that Harbaugh intends to retain Chad Hall, an assistant aiming for a dual role potentially covering both receivers and quarterbacks, depending on who ultimately fills the offensive coordinator position. As the search continues, it seems this might be a thorough process, potentially extending over the coming week.

The Giants' coaching search has clearly become a focal point of interest, suggesting a careful and strategic approach to building a strong coaching team for the upcoming seasons.