EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. – Tom Coughlin, who led the Giants to a pair of Super Bowl victories, oversaw the development of Eli Manning into the best quarterback in team history and became one of the most influential figures in the 91-year history of the franchise, today announced he is stepping down as head coach.
“I met with (co-owners) John Mara and Steve Tisch this afternoon, and I informed them that it is in the best interest of the organization that I step down as head coach,” Coughlin said. “I strongly believe the time is right for me and my family, and as I said, the Giants organization.