Following the firing of head coach Brian Daboll, speculation has been rampant about who will be the next leader of the New York Giants and Jaxson Dart’s development. A top priority for the organization will be finding a coach who can develop rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart, which naturally led some to suggest a reunion with his college coach, Lane Kiffin. However, recent comments from Dart’s father have poured cold water on that idea.
Jaxson Dart’s Dad On Lane Kiffin
During an appearance on the “Bleav in Ole Miss” podcast, Jaxson’s father, Brandon Dart, shared a recent text exchange he had with Kiffin about the Giants rumors. Kiffin’s response was a humorous but clear indication that he has no interest in leaving the college ranks for the Big Apple.
According to Brandon Dart, Kiffin first sent a smirk emoji before messaging, “It’s too cold in New York for me.” While said in jest, the comment effectively shuts down any serious consideration of a Kiffin-to-the-Giants move. The former Oakland Raiders head coach seems content to remain at the college level, where he has found immense success.
A Strong Relationship Remains
Despite Kiffin’s lack of interest in the job, Brandon Dart made it clear that the bond between his son and his former coach remains incredibly strong. He described Kiffin as one of his son’s “most trusted allies,” highlighting that the two maintain constant communication and that Jaxson often seeks his advice.
“I don’t think we could have asked for a more special coach relationship between our family and our son, so we’re very, very grateful for coach Kiff,” Brandon Dart shared. This close relationship is what made the idea of a reunion so appealing to fans, as the chemistry between a head coach and a young quarterback is a critical ingredient for success.
The Giants Look Elsewhere
With Lane Kiffin seemingly out of the running, the Giants’ front office will continue its search for the right candidate to lead the team and mentor their promising young quarterback. The connection between the next head coach and Dart will undoubtedly be a major factor in the final decision. While the idea of a reunion with Kiffin was an intriguing storyline, his humorous rejection of the notion means New York will have to look in a different direction to find the right fit for the future. For now, the Kiffin-to-Giants talk appears to be nothing more than entertaining offseason speculation.
