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Harbaugh Confirms Rex Ryan Talks, Picks Dennard Wilson to Lead Giants Defense

He frames the overhaul around quarterback development with a long-term vision of building a team worthy of a New York Super Bowl parade.

Overview

  • John Harbaugh said he spoke "at length" with Rex Ryan about the Giants' defensive coordinator vacancy during his staff search.
  • Harbaugh selected Dennard Wilson for defensive coordinator, a choice bolstered by a strong recommendation from Ravens coach Jesse Minter and Wilson’s recent Titans and Ravens work.
  • The coaching staff is largely set with Matt Nagy as offensive coordinator and play-caller and Brian Callahan overseeing quarterbacks and the passing game for second-year QB Jaxson Dart.
  • Harbaugh retained and elevated Charlie Bullen on defense, maintaining continuity after Bullen served as interim coordinator in 2025, with reports of outside interest in him.
  • Harbaugh publicly set an ambitious standard, citing Tom Coughlin’s description of a New York title parade and declaring he is "consumed" with building a team that earns it, while saying he expects Nagy to be "the best ever."