In a surprising turn of events, the New York Giants are facing yet another shakeup in their coaching staff. The team, which has seen considerable changes in recent seasons, will need to find a new leader for their running backs after a key member of their staff has made an unexpected exit.
Joel Thomas, the Giants’ running backs coach who played a major role in the development of rookie Tyrone Tracy Jr. and the team’s rushing attack, has left the organization. After just one season, Thomas has decided to return to the New Orleans Saints, the team he was with for the previous nine seasons. His departure is a significant move, as he had been instrumental in shaping the future of the Giants’ backfield, especially in the wake of Saquon Barkley’s offseason departure.
Thomas’ return to New Orleans comes under the guidance of newly appointed head coach Kellen Moore, who has been making changes to his staff. Thomas was widely credited for his work with Alvin Kamara, helping him become one of the NFL’s elite running backs. Now, after just a brief stint with the Giants, Thomas is heading back to reunite with Kamara and bring his expertise back to the Saints’ locker room.
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For the Giants, Thomas’ exit leaves yet another coaching void. Head coach Brian Daboll has already been tasked with making several staff changes over the past two offseasons, and this latest departure only adds to the ongoing reshuffling. The team will now need to find a new running backs coach to continue the development of Tracy and the rest of the backfield.
As the Giants search for a replacement, New Orleans looks poised to benefit from the return of a coach who played a significant role in their recent successes. It’s a pivotal moment for both teams, as they now move forward with new coaching plans in place.
