The New York Giants are bringing in a seasoned offensive mind to their coaching staff, adding former Ravens and Chargers offensive coordinator Greg Roman. It’s a move that signals a clear intent: the Giants are looking to reshape their offensive identity with a coach who’s known for building physical, run-heavy attacks that wear down defenses.
Roman, 53, has been around the NFL block more than a few times. He got his start back in 1995 with the Carolina Panthers as an offensive line assistant, and from there, he’s carved out a career rooted in physicality and power football. His path has taken him through stops in Houston, Baltimore, San Francisco, Buffalo, and most recently, Los Angeles with the Chargers.
If there’s one thing Roman brings to the table, it’s a clear offensive philosophy. During his time with the 49ers (2011-2014), he helped engineer one of the league’s most dynamic ground games, leaning on Colin Kaepernick’s dual-threat ability and a bruising run scheme that gave defenses fits.
That same blueprint followed him to Buffalo, where he took over as offensive coordinator in 2015. But his stint with the Bills ended abruptly just a few weeks into the 2016 season.
He found his footing again in Baltimore, first as a senior assistant and tight ends coach in 2017, and eventually as offensive coordinator starting in 2019. That’s where Roman really made waves again-designing an offense around Lamar Jackson that took full advantage of Jackson’s rare athleticism and vision. The Ravens ran wild under Roman, leading the league in rushing and redefining what a modern NFL offense could look like when built around a mobile quarterback.
Roman signed an extension with Baltimore in 2020, but by 2023, both sides agreed it was time to move on. He didn’t stay unemployed for long.
The Chargers brought him in as OC ahead of the 2024 season, reuniting him with Jim Harbaugh. Under Roman, the Chargers offense was solid-finishing 12th in both total yards and rushing yards per game, 18th in passing, and 20th in scoring.
Not elite, but certainly respectable, especially given the injuries and inconsistencies that plagued L.A. throughout the year.
Now, he brings that wealth of experience to New York. The Giants have struggled to find offensive consistency in recent seasons, and Roman’s arrival could point to a shift toward a more ground-and-pound identity-something that fits well with the team’s current personnel and the cold-weather games they'll face late in the season.
It’s worth noting that the Giants have also been connected to Darrell Bevell, another veteran offensive coach with a long NFL résumé. Bevell, 56, started his coaching career with the Packers back in 2000 and has served as offensive coordinator for the Vikings, Seahawks, Lions, and Jaguars. He even stepped in as interim head coach in Detroit and Jacksonville when those teams made midseason changes.
While Bevell’s future remains uncertain, the addition of Roman alone is a significant development for the Giants. He brings a clear vision, a proven track record of building successful rushing attacks, and the kind of no-nonsense, detail-oriented approach that could help stabilize a Giants offense that’s been searching for answers.
There’s still a lot to unfold this offseason, but one thing is clear: with Greg Roman now in the building, the Giants are laying the groundwork for a more physical, identity-driven offense. And if history is any indication, that could be exactly what this team needs to get back on track.