Overview
- Charlie Bullen withdrew from remaining defensive coordinator searches, accepted a contract extension with the Giants, and added the defensive run-game coordinator title, per NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo.
- Bullen was a candidate for openings with the Browns and Cardinals and interviewed with the Cowboys, removing a sought-after option from multiple teams’ coordinator hunts.
- John Harbaugh’s staff will pair Bullen’s new responsibilities with Dennard Wilson serving as defensive coordinator and primary play-caller.
- During his interim stint late in 2025, the Giants’ run defense improved from 157.1 rushing yards allowed per game and 5.9 yards per carry to 116.8 yards and 4.0 per carry over the final stretch.
- Cleveland and Arizona must pivot to other candidates after Bullen’s decision, while he is expected to draw coordinator interest again in the next hiring cycle.