The New York Giants’ search for an offensive coordinator is heating up-and it’s centered around a familiar name. Todd Monken, who worked under John Harbaugh in Baltimore, is widely believed to be one of the top candidates to join Harbaugh once again, this time in New York.
But there’s a wrinkle. Monken isn’t just in the mix for coordinator gigs-he’s also very much in play for a head coaching job.
According to reports, he’s set for a second in-person interview with the Cleveland Browns, a clear sign he’s one of the finalists for that position. That second interview is scheduled for Tuesday, and it puts the Giants in a bit of a holding pattern.
For Harbaugh and the Giants, Monken would be a natural fit. Their shared history in Baltimore means there’s already a strong foundation of trust and philosophical alignment.
Monken’s offensive mind helped shape some of the Ravens’ most efficient and creative attacks in recent seasons. Bringing that to New York, especially with a young and intriguing offensive core, could be a game-changer.
But if Monken gets offered the Browns job? That’s a different conversation.
Head coaching opportunities in the NFL are rare, and even rarer for offensive coordinators looking to make the leap. Monken has been in that conversation before, but this might be his best shot yet.
And while the Browns’ situation comes with its fair share of challenges-roster questions, internal dynamics, and the pressure of expectations-it’s still a top job in the league.
If Monken chooses Cleveland, Harbaugh will have to pivot quickly. The Giants’ offense is in a critical development phase, with rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart at the center of it all.
Surrounding Dart with the right coaching staff is key to unlocking his potential. Add in wide receiver Malik Nabers, running back Cam Skattebo, and a handful of other promising young pieces, and it’s easy to see why this job could be attractive to a play-caller like Monken.
There’s also the long game to consider. If Monken were to take the Giants coordinator role and succeed-especially by developing Dart into a franchise QB-his stock could soar even higher. Sometimes, the best path to a head coaching job is proving you can elevate a young offense and build something sustainable.
Still, timing is everything in the NFL. Monken may decide that now is the moment to take the leap, even if the Browns’ situation isn’t perfect. The league doesn’t hand out head coaching offers often, and when they come, you’ve got to be ready.
We could have clarity on Monken’s decision as early as next week. For now, it’s a waiting game-for the Giants, for the Browns, and for one of the more respected offensive minds in the league.