The New York Giants are planning to interview former Buccaneers offensive coordinator Mike Sullivan for their vacant job, according to NFL.com.
Giants coaching rumors: Mike Sullivan to interview for OC position
New York could bring back a familiar face for its vacant offensive coordinator job.
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Long-standing coordinator Kevin Gilbride retired earlier this month, necessitating a search for his replacement. Sullivan was in the running for several head coaching jobs following a 7-9 season with the Buccaneers in 2012, but ultimately returned to the organization for Schiano’s final year.
Sullivan is a rare coach with experience on both sides of the ball. A defensive back in his playing days, he coached linebackers and secondary at Army before making the jump to the NFL, where he started as a quality control assistant with the Jacksonville Jaguars. His career took a turn at this point, and Sullivan began focusing on offense before eventually winding up in New York.
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