Giants Lose Assistant Coach to Raiders

Harbaugh's first staff in New York sees a shakeup with the departure of Matt Robinson.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 7:36am

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The New York Giants' coaching staff is in flux as they bid farewell to one of John Harbaugh's trusted assistants. Matt Robinson, the Giants' assistant defensive line coach, has departed for the Las Vegas Raiders, marking a significant change in the team's personnel just two days after joining the staff.

Why it matters

Robinson's departure is a notable loss for the Giants, as he was expected to contribute to the team's defensive strategy under new head coach John Harbaugh. The Raiders, on the other hand, gain a valuable coach in Robinson, who previously worked with the team's new defensive coordinator Rob Leonard in Baltimore.

The details

Robinson, who had been with the Giants for just two days, was part of a staff that included 15 members with prior experience working under Harbaugh with the Baltimore Ravens. This transition highlights the dynamic nature of coaching staff movements in the NFL, where relationships and opportunities often drive personnel decisions.

  • Matt Robinson joined the Giants' coaching staff on April 10, 2026.
  • Robinson departed the Giants to join the Raiders on April 12, 2026.

The players

Matt Robinson

The Giants' former assistant defensive line coach who has departed to join the Las Vegas Raiders.

John Harbaugh

The new head coach of the New York Giants, who previously worked with Matt Robinson in Baltimore.

Rob Leonard

The new defensive coordinator for the Las Vegas Raiders, who previously worked with Matt Robinson in Baltimore.

Dennis Johnson

The Giants' defensive line coach, who has a strong connection with John Harbaugh.

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What’s next

The Giants will need to quickly find a replacement for Matt Robinson on their coaching staff as they prepare for the upcoming NFL season under new head coach John Harbaugh.

The takeaway

This coaching staff shakeup highlights the fluid nature of the NFL, where relationships and opportunities can lead to sudden personnel changes, even for a new head coach like John Harbaugh as he builds his first staff in New York.