Feb. 21, 2026, 10:01 a.m. ET
The New York Giants may have won just seven games over the past two seasons, but many talking heads and experts have been hyping them up this offseason as a potential contender in 2026.
One analyst in particular, Tiki Barber, the Giants’ all-time leading rusher and Ring of Honor inductee turned radio host, is telling his listeners that the expectations for his old team have increased dramatically.
The leadership change is the main reason why sentiments are changing. The team finally hired a seasoned and proven head coach in John Harbaugh and reduced the authority of general manager Joe Schoen.
The continued development of second-year quarterback Jaxson Dart has also lifted everyone’s hopes. With a core of young stars including Dart, wide receiver Malik Nabers, running back Cam Skattebo, and linebacker Abdul Carter, the Giants headed in the right direction.
They could be in for a huge leap forward in 2026.
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