Jason Garrett as Giants OC Wouldn't Be the Disaster it's Being Treated As

Jason Garrett's exodus from Dallas was a rare one, in that his contract is expiring the same year Jerry Jones has chosen to move on from the longtime Cowboys head coach. Because of this, Garrett is already looking for work elsewhere, rather than taking a one-year hiatus like most veterans of his stature.

Based on initial rumblings, it seems a coordinator role could be in the wings for Garrett with New York Giants, should both sides choose to pursue the opportunity further.

Such a hire makes sense for a multitude of reasons, the first of which is most obvious: Garrett's been a successful OC in the past, and even molded an offense very similar to what the Giants are trying to build while at the helm in Dallas. Young quarterback? Check. Otherworldly talent at running back? Check. Is this an oversimplification? Absolutely.

Yes, the Giants are lacking Dallas' incredible offensive line and solid outside targets for Daniel Jones, but the point remains that Garrett has experience building an offensive system from scratch. Dak Prescott wasn't a Pro Bowl talent when Garrett found him. He was a dual-threat Mississippi State signal-caller whose NFL Draft stock plummeted in part due to questions about his throwing ability. Heck, neither was Tony Romo in his coordinator days! He was just an undrafted player you could dream on.

Add in that the Giants just hired a first-time head coach in Joe Judge, and it makes sense to have some experience on staff to show him the ropes. Garrett's reputation is stained at the moment, but overlooking his flaws as a leader of men while understanding his impressive offensive mind is key here.

Bringing Garrett on board would be smart for the Giants, and a rare win for Dave Gettleman.