Story byDan Benton, Giants WireWed, January 21, 2026 at 11:45 AM UTC·1 min readAs new head coach John Harbaugh begins assembling his staff after leaving Baltimore for East Rutherford, the New York Giants front office has made its preferences clear on key holdovers. The Athletic's Dan Duggan reports that the organization has strongly recommended retaining offensive line coach Carmen Bricillo. Bricillo, hired in 2024, dramatically improved a unit that had long been considered one of the NFL's worst, fostering cohesion and strong play from a revamped group. His work earned widespread praise, making him a fan favorite and a priority for continuity. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementAdding to the endorsements, Harbaugh's father, Jack, told USA TODAY's Art Stapleton that he urged his son to keep Bricillo, jokingly insisting on it. However, Harbaugh may consider importing Ravens offensive line coach George Warhop, with reports indicating the Giants plan to interview the veteran assistant. Ultimately, staff decisions rest with Harbaugh as he blends his Baltimore roots with holdovers from Big Blue. Tight ends coach Tim Kelly, who served as offensive coordinator late in 2025, also reportedly received a Giants endorsement. This article originally appeared on Giants Wire: Giants have 'strongly recommended' John Harbaugh keep Carmen Bricillo.
