C. BREAKING — John Harbaugh reveals the four words Andy Reid told him before taking the New York Giants job — “change can be good” — a statement that now feels loaded after what reid built in kansas city
ohn Harbaugh shared this powerful piece of advice during his introductory press conference as the head coach of the New York Giants on January 20, 2026.
After an 18-year tenure with the Baltimore Ravens, Harbaugh’s transition to New York was heavily influenced by his long-time friend and mentor, Andy Reid. Harbaugh revealed that Reid—who famously transformed the Kansas City Chiefs into a dynasty after being let go by the Philadelphia Eagles—offered him a simple four-word mantra: “Change can be good.”
Key Takeaways from Harbaugh’s Revelation:
- The Blueprint for Success: Harbaugh explicitly stated his desire to replicate Reid’s “second act.” Reid joined the Chiefs in 2013 and has since won three Super Bowls; Harbaugh remarked, “How about we sign up for that deal right now… Let’s do that.”
- A “Man of Few Words”: Harbaugh characterized Reid as succinct but impactful, noting that those four words helped him embrace the move to a “big stage” like New York after his dismissal from Baltimore.
- Focus on the Quarterback: Much like Reid’s success is tied to Patrick Mahomes, Harbaugh expressed immense excitement about working with the Giants’ young signal-caller, Jaxson Dart, noting that the team will be built entirely around his skill set.
- Brotherly Advice: Harbaugh also mentioned receiving encouragement from his brother, Jim Harbaugh (head coach of the Chargers), who told him that walking into a room with a fresh team and a new start would be “fired up.”
Harbaugh joins the Giants as their 21st head coach, replacing Brian Daboll, who was fired in November 2025. With a five-year contract in hand, Harbaugh is looking to bring the same “relentless brotherhood” to New York that defined his nearly two-decade run in Baltimore.
Watch John Harbaugh’s introductory Giants press conference
This video provides the full context of Harbaugh’s comments regarding Andy Reid’s advice and his vision for turning around the New York Giants.
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