Harbaugh’s Impact
Steve Beuerlein, a former Dallas Cowboys quarterback turned analyst for the team’s national radio network, recently outlined why he believes the New York Giants will be a competitive force in the 2026 season.
Central to his optimism is the recent hiring of John Harbaugh, the veteran coach who spent 18 years guiding the Baltimore Ravens to twelve playoff appearances, six AFC North titles, four AFC Championship games and a Super Bowl victory in 2013.
The Giants have endured three consecutive losing seasons before Harbaugh’s arrival, a stretch that left the franchise searching for stability and identity.
Beuerlein points to the emergence of young talent, notably quarterback Jaxon Dart and versatile playmaker Cam Skattebo, as evidence that the roster is poised for rapid improvement.
While two NFL.com insiders have projected modest records of 7‑10 and 6‑11 for New York, both expect the team to finish behind the Dallas Cowboys, whose own forecasts sit at 11‑6 and 9‑8. Beuerlein, however, argues that the combination of Harbaugh’s credibility and the club’s developing core could defy those pessimistic expectations.
If the predictions hold, the Giants could shift from perennial underachievers to a legitimate contender, reshaping the narrative around the franchise heading into the next campaign.