Giants' Harbaugh Praises Offensive Coordinator Nagy as 'Best Ever'

New Giants head coach John Harbaugh believes Matt Nagy could be the greatest offensive coordinator in NFL history.

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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New York Giants head coach John Harbaugh has high expectations for his new offensive coordinator Matt Nagy, declaring that he expects Nagy to become "the best offensive coordinator to ever coach the game." Harbaugh assembled an impressive coaching staff in New York, including former Titans head coach Brian Callahan as the team's new quarterbacks coach and passing game coordinator. The Giants are hoping their upgraded coaching staff can help turn the team into a winner again.

Why it matters

The Giants have struggled in recent years, but the hiring of Harbaugh and his bold proclamations about Nagy suggest the team is aiming to become one of the NFC's top contenders. Nagy's promotion to play-caller and the addition of Callahan to work with young quarterback Jaxson Dart could unlock the Giants' offensive potential.

The details

Harbaugh heaped praise on Nagy, saying "I expect Matt to be the best ever" and that the team is "shooting for" Nagy to become "the best offensive coordinator to ever coach the game." Nagy was previously the offensive coordinator in Kansas City, but was overshadowed by head coach Andy Reid calling the plays. Now Nagy will have the opportunity to be the primary play-caller in New York. The Giants also hired former Titans head coach Brian Callahan as their new quarterbacks coach and passing game coordinator, who will work closely with Nagy and second-year QB Jaxson Dart.

  • Harbaugh made the comments about Nagy in a recent interview.

The players

John Harbaugh

The new head coach of the New York Giants, who previously served as the head coach of the Baltimore Ravens.

Matt Nagy

The new offensive coordinator for the New York Giants, who previously held the same role with the Kansas City Chiefs.

Brian Callahan

The new quarterbacks coach and passing game coordinator for the New York Giants, who previously served as the head coach of the Tennessee Titans.

Jaxson Dart

The second-year quarterback for the New York Giants.

Todd Monken

The former offensive coordinator for the New York Giants.

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What they’re saying

“Of course. Of course. I expect Matt to be the best ever. I'm hoping he'll be the best offensive coordinator to ever coach the game; that's what we're shooting for.”

— John Harbaugh, Head Coach, New York Giants (The Athletic)

What’s next

The Giants will look to build on Harbaugh and Nagy's high expectations during the upcoming free agency period and NFL Draft as they aim to assemble a roster capable of competing for a playoff spot in 2026.

The takeaway

Harbaugh's bold declaration about Nagy signals the Giants' intent to be an offensive powerhouse in 2026. If Nagy can live up to the hype, the Giants could emerge as one of the NFC's most exciting teams and a potential playoff contender.