Is the Giants General Manager Nearing the End of His Tenure?
The New York Football Giants have changed nearly every aspect of the organization this offseason, bringing in new faces across multiple positions. The franchise has made it clear that it wants the rebuild to move forward rather than backward. That effort has also extended to the front office. Many roles have shifted, yet one position remains unchanged: general manager Joe Schoen. However, as the season approaches and Big Blue attempts to evolve into something more competitive than it has been in recent years, Schoen appears to find his role within the organization shrinking.
Since the hiring of new head coach John Harbaugh, Schoen has reportedly taken on a more limited role. Harbaugh has indicated that Schoen’s primary responsibility this season will center on scouting. This year’s NFL Combine could be pivotal for Schoen as he looks to reestablish his value to the organization. In addition to the Combine, he will also play a key role in draft decisions that could shape the franchise’s future. The coming months may ultimately define how much authority he retains moving forward.
When Schoen was hired in 2022, he inherited a difficult situation. He was tasked with cleaning up salary cap issues, reshaping a flawed roster, and restoring credibility to the franchise. Early in his tenure, many observers urged patience as he attempted to stabilize the organization. Now, that patience appears to be wearing thin. Giants owner John Mara has shown signs of frustration, and after multiple seasons of limited progress, the pressure surrounding Schoen has intensified. His job security may already be in question before the season even begins.
Schoen has had moments of success, particularly in last season’s draft, which many viewed as his strongest class to date. He has added promising foundational pieces and high-profile acquisitions over the years. Even so, the roster often feels incomplete. Offensive line instability has persisted, and the quarterback strategy has shifted multiple times, creating uncertainty about the team’s long-term direction. There may have been a blueprint in place, but it has yet to fully materialize into sustained competitiveness.
Free agency decisions during his tenure in East Rutherford have also drawn scrutiny. Efforts to retain or replace key contributors have not consistently produced positive results. One of the most criticized moves was allowing former running back, Saquon Barkley, to depart. Large contracts handed out during transitional years, including the deal given to former quarterback Daniel Jones. are now being evaluated under a harsher lens. That contract, in particular, is often cited as a move that may have warranted another year of evaluation, especially considering the team has reached the playoffs only once since Schoen took over as general manager.
In a results-driven league, close losses and rebuild narratives eventually give way to a straightforward question: where are the wins? From 2022 through 2025, Schoen’s record as general manager stands at 22–45 with one playoff appearance. MetLife Stadium has witnessed too many Sundays defined by inconsistency. For a franchise built on toughness and postseason resilience, extended mediocrity is difficult to accept. When fans begin openly questioning direction, ownership listens, and much of the scrutiny has landed squarely on Schoen.
The Giants have cycled through head coaches and general managers over the past decade. Historically, the head coach is dismissed first, followed by the general manager not long after. Schoen could face a similar trajectory if results do not improve. Should the team fail to secure franchise-altering talent or demonstrate meaningful progress, ownership may determine that a new voice is necessary in the war room. The NFL rarely grants extended timelines for rebuilds, particularly in major markets. If the upcoming season mirrors recent frustrations, Schoen’s tenure with Big Blue could quietly reach its conclusion.
