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Joe Schoen
GM since Jan 2022(4 years, 4 mo)
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On the Contract Value Index, Joe Schoen's front office has been significantly overpaying relative to production (F Contract Value Index). That ranks 9th of 32 on Sentiment among graded GMs. Reaction to the front office’s moves has been negative (D- Sentiment), drawn from current news and social signal. The crowd-sourced Fan Verdict currently sits at F.
About Joe Schoen
Background and career path of the New York Giants general manager.
Path to the role
Schoen played quarterback and wide receiver at Division III DePauw, captaining the team as a senior, before starting his NFL career as a scouting assistant with the Carolina Panthers in 2001. He scouted for the Miami Dolphins and rose to director of player personnel, then spent five seasons as assistant general manager of the Buffalo Bills alongside Brandon Beane and Brian Daboll. The New York Giants hired him as general manager in January 2022 — their first GM hired from outside the organization since 1979.
Philosophy & notable moves
Schoen rebuilt a Giants roster in need of young talent, drafting cornerstones like Kayvon Thibodeaux, Deonte Banks and receiver Malik Nabers. His tenure has navigated quarterback uncertainty and difficult cap decisions, including the high-profile contract negotiations that shaped the team's direction. He learned roster construction in Buffalo's well-regarded front office before getting his first GM job.
Fun facts
- He was the Giants' first general manager hired from outside the organization since 1979.
- He played both quarterback and wide receiver at Division III DePauw University.
- He spent five years as the Buffalo Bills' assistant GM before getting his first GM job.
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Tenure
League Comparison
#9
Sentiment Rank
of 32 GMs
#10
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51 moves
Contract Value
F
Poor contract value
OverpayFair ValueGreat Value
The New York Giants have been paying a premium this season, with several contracts that outpace the expected production level. Across 41 contracts, 7 grade out as good value and 5 look like overpays based on comparable deals around the league. The best bang-for-the-buck deal was Lucas Patrick (A-) at $1.5M/yr. The priciest commitment relative to production was Elijah Campbell (D-) at $1.4M/yr — the safety market may have been richer than the on-field return suggests. Cap flexibility could become a concern if these contracts don't produce at the expected level.
Public Sentiment
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Below-average reception
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New York Giants' 2026 moves under Joe Schoen have drawn significant criticism from fans and media alike. Of 51 graded moves, 18 landed well with the fanbase, 21 drew mixed reactions, and 12 were viewed negatively. The standout move was bringing in Khalid Kareem (C), which generated the most positive buzz. The most questioned decision was the Evan Neal signing (F), which drew the sharpest criticism. The fanbase remains split — some moves look promising while others need time to prove their worth.
Draft History (During Tenure)
Elite drafter — 91% hit rate (Rds 1-3)2026 Draft
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About this general manager
Joe Schoen is the general manager of the New York Giants, in his 4th year as the lead executive. FanVerdicts covers every NFL GM and the full body of moves they've made — and asks fans to render the verdict. Cast your Fan Verdict on Joe Schoen, see where the crowd lands, and argue the call. FanVerdicts brings its own read too — the contract value of the deals they signed, the performance of the players they assembled, and the sentiment around recent moves — as one honest input alongside the crowd's. Where FanVerdicts has weighed in so far: Contract Value Index F, Performance F, Sentiment D-, Fan Verdict F.
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