The New York Giants fired offensive coordinator Jason Garrett on Tuesday, ending his 26-game run with the team on a very sour note.
It was a decision that had to be made in an effort to save the future of head coach Joe Judge and quarterback Daniel Jones. It was also the sacrificial lamb needed to satisfy the fans, who were ready for a complete revolt.
In the aftermath of the firing, Garrett released a statement thanking the Giants organization and accepting full responsibility for their offensive failures.
“Today is certainly disappointing, but I want to say how truly grateful I am to the Mara and the Tisch families for giving me the opportunity to coach for their New York Giants. They represent all that is good about the NFL,” Garrett said in a statement. “I also want to thank the Giants’ coaches and staff for their hard work and their unwavering kindness to my wife Brill and me. This building is filled with great people who made our time here special. Most of all, I want to express my gratitude to the players that I’ve had the privilege to coach here. While the bottom-line results weren’t what we wanted, I’ll be forever inspired by their approach, their professionalism and the fight they demonstrated regardless of the circumstance.
“One of the things that motivated me to accept this position was the opportunity to help rebuild the Giants into a contending team. We knew there would be many challenges. My expectations for our offense were much greater than what our results have been, and I accept full responsibility for that.
“Know that I wish everyone with the Giants nothing but the best going forward.
“In gratitude, Jason Garrett.”
Although Garrett’s time as an offensive coordinator was a failure, it seems inevitable that he eventually lands another head coaching job. Perhaps even in the coming weeks and months.
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