After being named assistant head coach and offensive coordinator, Mike Kafka has been promoted by the New York Giants. The reason behind this promotion is not clear, as rumors circulated that he was considering leaving East Rutherford. However, both Kafka and head coach Brian Daboll denied these rumors publicly.
Daboll has hinted that he may take on the responsibility of calling offensive plays in 2024, but Kafka’s expanded responsibilities are not yet clearly defined. Kafka himself stated that he is just trying to learn from Daboll and take on any tasks that come his way.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding his role, Kafka believes that his experience as an assistant head coach this offseason will help him in the future. He was involved in the interview process for hiring support staff, which gave him insight into how those decisions are made. As the offseason continues and the season approaches, Kafka expects his responsibilities to grow.
Regardless of how the 2024 regular season goes for Kafka, he is anticipated to be a sought-after candidate in the next round of coaching hires in 2025. His promotion to assistant head coach with the Giants reflects the potential many see in him as a future head coach in the NFL.
