The Shocking Rise And Abrupt Fall: Unpacking Brian Daboll's Final Record With The New York Giants
The tenure of Brian Daboll as the head coach of the New York Giants concluded with one of the most abrupt and dramatic mid-season firings in recent franchise history, a stunning twist given his initial success. As of December 22, 2025, the definitive record of Daboll’s time in East Rutherford is no longer a matter of ongoing speculation but a closed book, marked by an initial playoff surge followed by a steep, catastrophic decline that ultimately cost him his job.
The narrative of Daboll’s time with the Giants is a true roller-coaster, starting with an improbable playoff run that earned him the NFL Coach of the Year award in 2022. However, the subsequent seasons failed to build on that momentum, culminating in his dismissal during the 2024 season. This deep dive examines the final, official coaching record, the key turning points, and the legacy of his nearly four-year run.
Brian Daboll: Final New York Giants Coaching Biography and Record
Brian Daboll's journey to becoming a head coach was a long one, marked by numerous stops as an offensive coordinator and position coach, primarily known for his work in developing quarterback Josh Allen with the Buffalo Bills. His time with the New York Giants, alongside General Manager Joe Schoen, began with immense hope but ended in disappointment.
- Full Name: Brian Daboll
- Born: April 14, 1975 (Age 50 as of late 2025)
- Hometown: Welland, Ontario, Canada (Raised in Buffalo, New York)
- Alma Mater: University of Rochester
- Prior Head Coaching Experience: None (First NFL Head Coaching Job)
- Giants Tenure: January 28, 2022 – Mid-Season 2024
- Giants Regular Season Record: 20 Wins, 40 Losses, 1 Tie (.336 Winning Percentage)
- Giants Postseason Record: 1 Win, 1 Loss (.500 Winning Percentage)
- Giants Overall Record: 21 Wins, 41 Losses, 1 Tie (.341 Winning Percentage)
- Key Achievement: 2022 NFL Coach of the Year Award
- Successor (Interim): Mike Kafka
- Contract Status at Firing: Fired mid-way through a five-year contract signed in 2022
The 2022 Season: From Underdog to Coach of the Year
The 2022 NFL season stands as the undisputed high-water mark of the Brian Daboll era. Taking over a franchise that had suffered five consecutive losing seasons, Daboll immediately instilled a new culture and identity. The team, largely considered to be in a rebuilding phase, defied all external expectations.
A Stunning Playoff Berth
Under Daboll’s leadership, the Giants finished the 2022 regular season with a surprising 9-7-1 record. This was the franchise's first playoff appearance since 2016 and only their second since winning Super Bowl XLVI in 2012. The success was driven by a commitment to running the ball with Saquon Barkley and a remarkably efficient, mistake-free season from quarterback Daniel Jones, who played his best football to date.
- 2022 Regular Season Record: 9-7-1
- Playoff Success: Defeated the Minnesota Vikings in the Wild Card round (31-24)
- Playoff Exit: Lost to the eventual NFC Champion Philadelphia Eagles in the Divisional Round (38-7)
Daboll's ability to maximize the roster’s limited talent, particularly on offense, earned him the prestigious AP NFL Coach of the Year award, a rare feat for a first-year head coach. This success led to the controversial decision by General Manager Joe Schoen to reward Daniel Jones with a massive long-term contract, a decision that would later become a major point of contention.
The Steep Decline: 2023 and the Catastrophic Start to 2024
Following the emotional high of 2022, the New York Giants' performance under Daboll took a sharp, dramatic turn for the worse. The hope that the 2022 season was the start of a sustained run quickly evaporated, replaced by mounting losses, internal drama, and poor on-field execution.
The Disappointing 2023 Campaign
The 2023 season was plagued by injuries, particularly to Daniel Jones, who suffered a neck injury and later a season-ending ACL tear. The team struggled to find consistency at the quarterback position, cycling through backups like Tyrod Taylor and Tommy DeVito. The offensive line, a perpetual weakness, failed to improve despite significant draft capital invested. The team finished the year with a dismal 6-11 record, a significant step back from the playoff season.
The 2023 season also saw reports of internal friction and coaching staff turmoil, particularly surrounding the relationship between Daboll and his coordinators, including Offensive Coordinator Mike Kafka and Defensive Coordinator Wink Martindale, the latter of whom eventually departed the team.
The Mid-Season Firing in 2024
The beginning of the 2024 season proved to be the final straw for ownership. Despite entering the year with tempered expectations, the team's performance was unacceptable. The Giants started the season with a disastrous 2-8 record. This poor start, combined with the lingering issues from the previous year and the team’s inability to compete in the NFC East, led to the decision to relieve Daboll of his duties mid-way through his fourth season.
The firing was particularly shocking because it happened while General Manager Joe Schoen, who hired Daboll, was retained by the organization. This suggests that ownership and the front office felt the team's struggles were primarily a coaching and culture issue rather than a personnel one. The move highlighted the immense pressure in the New York market and the short leash given to NFL head coaches, even those who have delivered a playoff berth and a major award.
The Legacy and Future of the Daboll Era
Brian Daboll's legacy with the New York Giants is complex and contradictory. He is simultaneously the coach who broke a long playoff drought and the coach who was fired after presiding over one of the worst three-season stretches in recent Giants history.
The Impact of the Daniel Jones Contract
One of the most enduring entities tied to Daboll’s tenure is the huge contract given to Daniel Jones. Daboll's success in 2022 was inextricably linked to Jones's performance, which in turn justified the contract extension. When Jones struggled and was injured in 2023 and 2024, the contract became an albatross, severely limiting the team's salary cap flexibility and ability to build a competitive roster. This financial entanglement is a key factor in the team's rapid decline.
The Coaching Carousel and the Future
Daboll’s firing continues the New York Giants’ unfortunate trend of head coaching instability. He became the fifth head coach fired by the team in a span of just ten years. The organization now faces the challenge of finding a new leader who can replicate the cultural success of 2022 while also delivering sustained, long-term results—a task that Daboll ultimately could not complete.
The final record of 21-41-1, including the playoffs, will be the statistical marker of the Brian Daboll era. While the 2022 season will always be remembered as a moment of unexpected triumph, the overall body of work and the abrupt, mid-season dismissal cast a long shadow over what began as a promising new chapter for the Giants franchise. The immediate future rests with interim head coach Mike Kafka, but the search for a permanent solution will dominate the remainder of the season and the subsequent offseason.
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