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New York Giants offensive coordinator Jason Garrett interviewed with the Los Angeles Chargers for their then-vacant head coaching job earlier this year, but was ultimately passed over.
With all other options having dwindled, it is now expected that Garrett returns to the Giants in 2021. However, there will be some changes, reports ESPN’s Jordan Raanan.
New York Giants offensive coordinator Jason Garrett is expected to return after a shaky season in which the team finished 31st in total offense and points scored, a source told ESPN.
Although Garrett will stay, there will be some changes to the Giants’ offensive staff, among them the possibility of internal alterations when it comes to the responsibilities of those currently on staff. Increased responsibility for quarterbacks coach Jerry Schuplinski, wide receivers coach Tyke Tolbert and tight ends coach Freddie Kitchens is possible.
Freddie Kitchens, you may remember, took over play-calling duties when Garrett had been stricken with COVID-19.
Tyke Tolbert, meanwhile, is a solid option for some power-sharing, but he’s beginning to draw interest for other roles throughout the league. Currently, the Minnesota Vikings have their eye on him as a possible offensive coordinator.
However things ultimately shake out, it would appear as if Garrett will make his way back to East Rutherford next season and resume his role as the team’s offensive coordinator. It is expected that they will get running back Saquon Barkley (knee) back, which would be a huge boost for an offense that was specifically build around him in the first place.
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