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Report: Giants GM Joe Schoen 'could be done' after 2026 NFL draft
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Giants GM Joe Schoen is in the final year of his contract as speculation grows about his future with the team. Following the hiring of head coach John Harbaugh, Schoen's influence in football operations has diminished significantly.
New York Giants general manager Joe Schoen enters the 2026 NFL draft in the final year of his contract, amid mounting speculation about his future with the franchise.
Since the organization fired former head coach Brian Daboll and hired John Harbaugh as his replacement, questions have swirled over Schoen's diminished influence in football operations.
Much of the front office now reports through senior vice president of football operations and strategy Dawn Aponte, who answers directly to Harbaugh. Schoen retains oversight of the scouting department but operates with reduced authority in a restructured hierarchy that places the head coach in a more prominent role.
The Giants have struggled under Schoen's tenure, posting a 22-45-1 record that has drawn sharp criticism from fans and observers alike. With the team holding the No. 5 overall pick and six other selections, this draft represents a critical juncture for evaluating his contributions to roster building.
Pat Leonard of the New York Daily News reports that it could be Schoen's last with the team, as many around the league speculate that he'll be ousted.
A few league sources speculate that “Schoen could be done after the draft,” as they bluntly put it in conversations with the Daily News.
Speculation intensified immediately after Harbaugh's arrival and has persisted through the offseason. While ownership has pushed back against narratives of a significantly weakened GM role, the upcoming draft and Schoen's pre-draft media availability on Tuesday have fueled debate over whether he will remain in his position or face a change once selections are finalized.
The outcome is expected to shape the Giants' direction for years to come.
This article originally appeared on Giants Wire: New York Giants GM Joe Schoen 'could be done' after 2026 NFL draft
Q&A
What is Joe Schoen's current contract status with the New York Giants?
Joe Schoen is entering the final year of his contract as the general manager of the New York Giants.
How has Joe Schoen's role changed with the hiring of John Harbaugh?
Schoen's influence has diminished, as much of the front office now reports to senior vice president Dawn Aponte, who answers directly to Harbaugh.
What is Joe Schoen's record as GM of the New York Giants?
Under Joe Schoen's tenure, the Giants have posted a record of 22-45-1.
