In a surprising turn of events, both the Jacksonville Jaguars and New York Giants have decided to retain their general managers, Trent Baalke and Joe Schoen, respectively, despite disappointing seasons in 2024. Observers within the NFL are expressing disbelief at Baalke's retention, with many questioning how he survived two coaching changes and why he wasn't held accountable for the team's poor performance.
The Giants announced Schoen and head coach Brian Daboll will return, which aligns with owner John Mara's earlier comments indicating he didn't foresee any offseason firings. This contrasts with the franchise's historical trend of quick coaching changes.
The Jaguars, under Baalke's leadership, managed only a 4-13 record, failing to meet owner Shad Khan's expectations of being a playoff contender. Despite some talent, Baalke's decisions in free agency have come under heavy scrutiny, and questions loom regarding the team's direction moving forward.
