dq. Right After Firing Brian Daboll, Giants Secretly Sent an Unbelievable Contract Offer to Coordinator Matt Nagy – But Nagy’s Decision Has Left Chiefs Nation Stunned
The New York Giants made headlines across the NFL after reportedly offering Kansas City Chiefs Offensive Coordinator Matt Nagy a three-year, $27 million deal to become their next head coach following the firing of Brian Daboll. But in a stunning move, Nagy turned it down — choosing loyalty, legacy, and the red and gold over money and opportunity.
According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Giants viewed Nagy as the “ideal candidate” to rebuild their struggling offense after a disappointing 2–8 start. The offer included full personnel control and one of the highest salaries for a head coach in the league. Yet Nagy, who has spent most of his coaching career under Andy Reid and helped shape Patrick Mahomes into a generational talent, declined within hours of receiving the proposal.
When asked about his decision, Nagy was humble but firm. “New York is a great organization, and I’m grateful for the interest,” he said. “But Kansas City is family. What we’ve built here means more than any contract. We still have work to finish.” His response spread like wildfire, instantly earning admiration from Chiefs fans and players alike.
Inside sources told ESPN that Nagy and Andy Reid share a deep mutual respect, with Reid reportedly telling ownership that Nagy is “the heartbeat of our offense.” The Chiefs’ system, which Nagy has refined with innovative misdirection runs and short-pass spacing, has powered two Super Bowl titles (LVII, LVIII) and kept Mahomes among the league’s elite despite roster turnover.
As news of Nagy’s decision broke, the NFL world praised his loyalty. Even a Giants executive admitted off-record: “It’s rare to see someone turn down $27 million just to stay true to his team.” For Kansas City, that loyalty may be worth more than any trophy — and for Matt Nagy, it proves once again that the dynasty built on trust isn’t done writing its story yet.
