Joe Schoen: Goal is a turnaround like Bears, Patriots had in 2025

The New York Giants' General Manager, Joe Schoen, addressed the media as he prepares to enter his fifth season with the team, despite a challenging record of 13-38 over the past three years. Schoen remains with the organization following the mid-season firing of head coach Brian Daboll. During his press conference, Schoen highlighted the successes of the Bears and Patriots, who both reached the playoffs after hiring new head coaches without changing their general managers.

Schoen emphasized the significance of acquiring quarterback Jaxson Dart in last year's draft and noted the excitement among potential head coaching candidates to work with Dart. Dart, heading into his second season, aims to replicate the achievements of Patriots quarterback Drake Maye and Bears quarterback Caleb Williams, who have both found success in their sophomore NFL seasons. Schoen referred to these teams as examples of how new coaching leadership can facilitate a rapid turnaround, with Maye currently in the MVP race and Williams having a strong season.

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