Some New York Giants players reportedly did not expect owner John Mara to retain head coach Brian Daboll following a 3-14 record in 2024. According to

Some locker room members privately sang different tunes early into the offseason about the Giants' retention of Brian Daboll and Joe Schoen.

Giants co-owner John Mara said in late October he expected to bring Brian Daboll back, and he stayed true to his words despite mounting pressure.