Sunday’s NFL matchup between the New York Giants and the Tennessee Titans will feature a notable reunion of coaching staff who switched teams during the offseason. Brian Daboll, the Giants’ head coach from 2022 to 2025, is now calling offensive plays for the Titans, while Dennard Wilson, the Titans’ defensive coordinator from 2024 to 2025, has moved to the Giants to oversee their defense.

The coaching changes occurred in the wake of the Titans hiring Robert Saleh as their head coach, who chose not to retain Wilson. Wilson then accepted a position with the Giants, where Brian Callahan, the former Titans head coach, now serves as the quarterbacks coach. This exchange of staff has created a unique dynamic for Sunday’s game, with both Daboll and Wilson facing their former teams.

Wilson expressed respect and gratitude for his former team despite the move. “I knew it was time to move on. I’m happy where I’m at. I love being a Giant, and I’m not looking back,” Wilson said. He also emphasized the ongoing connections he maintains with players, citing frequent communication with Titans defensive lineman Jeffrey Simmons and others.

Daboll, meanwhile, remained guarded when discussing the upcoming game and his connections to his former organization. Describing his approach, he said, “I’ve faced a lot of former teams before. I have a ton of respect for the people in that organization. Very grateful for the opportunity that the Mara and Tisch families gave me, but it’s about our players and getting ready for a game.” Daboll declined to elaborate further, avoiding what is commonly known as bulletin-board material.

On the players’ side, some who were drafted by Daboll during his tenure with the Giants have noted a personal distance since his departure. Running back Cam Skattebo and wide receiver Malik Nabers, both young talents who flourished under Daboll’s leadership, acknowledged losing contact with their former coach. Nabers, in particular, expressed appreciation for Daboll’s impact. “Dabes is my guy,” he said. “Drafted me here, had a good relationship.”

As the Titans and Giants prepare to face off, the intertwined coaching and player narratives highlight the shifting landscapes common in professional football and add an intriguing subplot to the matchup.