Long before Dave Gettleman announced his retirement, there was speculation that Kevin Abrams would be a favorite to land the New York Giants’ general manager job.
Even before the dust settled on Gettleman’s retirement on Monday, a report surfaced that Abrams was first up to interview for the position.
Giants are expected to interview assistant general manager Kevin Abrams for their general manager vacancy, according to a league source
— Aaron Wilson (@AaronWilson_NFL) January 10, 2022
As it turns out however, that may not be the case at all.
During Monday’s rush to request interviews, the Giants seemingly passed over Abrams. In fact, Art Stapleton of USA TODAY reports that Abrams is not even considered a candidate to replace Gettleman after twice interviewing for the job over the years.
My understanding on the Giants' search: Kevin Abrams is not a candidate to succeed Dave Gettleman as general manager with the Giants, per source.
Obviously things can change, but that's where things stand right now. https://t.co/aP0ynCQrgl
— Art Stapleton (@art_stapleton) January 10, 2022
That, of course, will come as music to the ears of Giants fans. Although Abrams has served as more of a cap guy, there has been a desire for a fresh start in East Rutherford brought about by an outside hire.
With Abrams out of the GM picture, it really does appear as if Giants co-owners John Mara and Steve Tisch intend to hire from outside of the organization and get a new, fresh set of eyes on things. And that is precisely what needed to happen.
