Brian Daboll Joins Titans as Offensive Coordinator, Reunites with Robert Saleh

Former Giants coach cites 'right fit with the right people' in Tennessee

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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Brian Daboll, who was recently fired as head coach of the New York Giants, has joined the Tennessee Titans as their new offensive coordinator. Daboll cited his existing relationship with Titans head coach Robert Saleh, as well as the team's young nucleus of talent, as key factors in his decision to take the job in Tennessee.

Why it matters

Daboll's hiring represents a reunion with Saleh, who was previously the head coach of the New York Jets. The two coaches overlapped in New York for several seasons, and Daboll's offensive expertise could help the Titans improve on an inconsistent 2025 campaign. Daboll's departure from the Giants also raises questions about the state of that franchise after a disappointing stretch following a playoff appearance in 2022.

The details

Daboll, who was fired by the Giants in November, had drawn interest from several teams this offseason, including the Raiders, Bills, and Eagles. However, he ultimately chose to join the Titans, citing his relationship with Saleh and the team's young talent as key factors. Daboll and Saleh worked together in New York, with Daboll serving as the offensive coordinator for the Giants one year after Saleh became the Jets' head coach.

  • Daboll was fired by the Giants in November 2025 after a 2-8 start to the season.
  • Daboll interviewed for the Raiders' head coaching job before they hired Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak.
  • Daboll was also reportedly considered for the Bills' head coach position and the Eagles' offensive coordinator job.

The players

Brian Daboll

Former head coach of the New York Giants, who was recently hired as the offensive coordinator for the Tennessee Titans.

Robert Saleh

Head coach of the Tennessee Titans, who previously served as the head coach of the New York Jets.

Cam Ward

Young quarterback for the Tennessee Titans, who Daboll cited as a key factor in his decision to join the team.

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What they’re saying

“It felt like the right fit with the right people. I obviously have a relationship with Robert [Saleh], dating back to the New York days. His vision of what he wants to do and how he wants to do it, Mike [Borgonzi] and the vision he has, and then ultimately Cam [Ward] was a big factor. I have a lot of confidence in this young man … and I look forward to working with him.”

— Brian Daboll, Titans Offensive Coordinator (nypost.com)

“I am very happy to be where I'm at, and to be a part of this football team as the offensive coordinator. This is the place I want to be. And I look forward to working with this young nucleus, working with Robert, and doing the best job I can do as the offensive coordinator.”

— Brian Daboll, Titans Offensive Coordinator (nypost.com)

What’s next

Daboll and Saleh will work to implement their offensive vision and develop the Titans' young talent, including quarterback Cam Ward, in the upcoming offseason and 2026 NFL season.

The takeaway

Daboll's move to the Titans represents a fresh start for the veteran coach, who is reuniting with Saleh in an effort to help revitalize the Titans' offense and build around their promising young core. The partnership between the two coaches, who have a history of success together, could pay dividends for Tennessee as they look to bounce back from a disappointing 2025 campaign.