Giants head coaching search: 15 potential candidates

The New York Giants have fired head coach Pat Shurmur, so here’s a look at 15 candidates who could replace him.

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Matt Eberflus

This is an interesting section because we could go with Nick Sirianni as an option as well, but let’s stick with Eberflus for now.

Indianapolis Colts offensive coordinator Nick Sirianni is a name we’ve seen connected to the Giants a bit — another offensive guy with a mind for quarterbacks — but what about Eberflus instead? If the Giants decided to lean more toward a defensive coach, which is clearly needed, Eberflus is arguably the best candidate of the bunch. He’s strict, coordinated and respected. The one thing that may go against Eberflus is his overall lack of experience (just two seasons as an NFL coordinator).