John Harbaugh promises Giants fans ‘a brand of football you will be proud of’ after finalizing deal: reports

John Harbaugh and the New York Giants are finalizing a 5-year contract for him to be their next head coach. Colin Cowherd reacts to the news, and asks if Harbaugh can turn the Giants around.

Fresh off of signing a contract that will reportedly pay him $100 million over five years to coach the NFL's  New York Giants, John Harbaugh vowed to give fans of Big Blue a team they can be proud of.

The two sides reportedly reached a handshake agreement Wednesday, but the contract was not completed until Saturday. The terms, which put Harbaugh on par with the Kansas City Chiefs' Andy Reid, were reported by The Athletic.

Harbaugh, 63, said he will help build a team that fans can be proud of. 

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Head coach John Harbaugh of the Baltimore Ravens walks the field before an NFL football game against the New England Patriots at M&T Bank Stadium. The game took place in Baltimore, Maryland, on Dec. 21, 2025. (Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images)

"It’s the New York Football Giants. I can’t wait to get started. I know how great our fans are, I’ve seen them close up enough. We are going to build a team that’s going to play a brand of football that you will be proud of," Harbaugh said, according to The Athletic. 

"Today is an exciting day. What a privilege it is to join the Maras and Tisch’s and the whole organization. I am so fired up about the players on this team. Looking forward to the great things we can accomplish together!" Harbaugh said, according to FOX Sports’ Jay Glazer.

Harbaugh will report directly to ownership, according to multiple reports.

The Baltimore Ravens stunningly fired Harbaugh last week after a highly successful 18-season run in which he posted a regular season record of