After spending the last three seasons with the Kansas City Chiefs, Matt Nagy is set to take on a new challenge in 2026 as the offensive coordinator of the New York Giants, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. The move reunites Nagy with another Andy Reid disciple, new Giants head coach John Harbaugh, as the two look to rebuild an offense around a promising young core.
From a fantasy football perspective, Nagy’s track record is… complicated. He has shown flashes of creativity and adaptability, but sustained offensive success has been harder to come by. That makes his fit in New York one of the more fascinating coordinator hires heading into the 2026 season.
Nagy’s Offensive History: What the Numbers Say
Nagy first rose to prominence in Kansas City, where he worked under Andy Reid as quarterbacks coach before being promoted to offensive coordinator in 2017. That Chiefs offense ranked sixth in points scored, which helped launch Nagy into the head-coaching ranks.
His tenure with the Chicago Bears started strong. In 2018, Nagy guided Chicago to a 12–4 record, a top-10 scoring offense, and a playoff berth with Mitchell Trubisky earning a Pro Bowl nod. From a fantasy standpoint, Trubisky averaged between 13.5 and 18.8 fantasy points per game under Nagy, aided by 421 rushing yards in his breakout season.
But the wheels came off quickly. Chicago’s offense fell to 29th and 22nd in points scored over the next two seasons, the run game stagnated, and Trubisky failed to develop as a passer. Nagy’s inability to establish a consistently efficient rushing attack or elevate multiple pass catchers ultimately led to his firing in 2021.
After returning to Kansas City, Nagy served as quarterbacks coach and then offensive coordinator for Patrick Mahomes. While Mahomes won MVP in 2022, the Chiefs’ offense declined steadily afterward, ranking 15th, 15th, and 21st in points scored during Nagy’s three-year OC run. Kansas City ultimately replaced him with Eric Bieniemy following a disappointing 2025 season.
Fantasy Football Impact
Jaxson Dart QB
The biggest fantasy winner from this hire could be Jaxson Dart. Dart is coming off an encouraging rookie campaign, finishing as an Offensive Rookie of the Year finalist despite a chaotic season in New York.
In 14 games, Dart completed 63.7% of his passes for 2,272 yards, 15 touchdowns, and five interceptions, while adding 487 rushing yards and nine rushing touchdowns. That dual-threat profile gives him a fantasy ceiling Nagy has never fully worked with before.
Stylistically, Dart is closer to Trubisky than Mahomes, and that matters. Nagy historically leaned into quarterback mobility when possible, and if he embraces Dart’s legs rather than trying to rein them in, Dart could settle in as a high-end QB2 with weekly QB1 upside. The concern is durability and whether Nagy can design an offense that protects Dart from unnecessary hits.
Cam Skattebo RB
The Giants’ backfield is another tricky projection. Cam Skattebo profiles as a physical, downhill runner, but Nagy’s history with rushing efficiency is not inspiring.
In Chicago, Jordan Howard averaged just 3.7 yards per touch in Nagy’s best offensive season despite 250 carries, and the Bears often leaned on a committee approach. Nagy preferred pairing a traditional runner with a pass-catching back, as seen with Howard and Tarik Cohen.
That opens the door for a split workload in New York, especially if Tyrone Tracy or another receiving-oriented back is involved. The silver lining is Dart’s rushing ability, which should create lighter boxes and wider lanes. Skattebo’s fantasy value likely caps as an RB2 unless Nagy proves he can finally sustain an efficient ground game.
Malik Nabers WR
For fantasy managers, the most encouraging sign is Malik Nabers. Nagy has consistently funneled targets to a true alpha receiver when one is available.
Allen Robinson thrived under Nagy in Chicago, posting:
- 98 receptions, 1,147 yards, 7 TDs (2018)
- 102 receptions, 1,250 yards, 6 TDs (2019)
That usage bodes extremely well for Nabers, who already commands elite target share talent-wise. Nabers should remain a locked-in WR1 in fantasy formats, with volume once again driving his production.
The concern comes behind him. Nagy has never supported multiple 100-target or 700-yard receivers in the same season. That puts players like Wan’Dale Robinson (if re-signed) and tight end Theo Johnson squarely on the fantasy fringe. Outside of Nabers, the Giants’ pass catchers project as matchup-dependent flex options at best.
Final Fantasy Outlook
Matt Nagy’s arrival in New York is neither a slam dunk nor a death sentence for fantasy managers. His history suggests:
- A fantasy-relevant quarterback, especially one who can run
- Heavy usage for a true WR1
- Mediocre rushing efficiency
- Limited secondary pass-catcher upside
If Nagy can adapt his system to Jaxson Dart’s mobility and build an offense that lasts, not just flashes, the Giants could quietly become a fantasy-friendly unit. If not, expect volume-driven production with weekly volatility.
For now, fantasy managers should feel best about Malik Nabers, cautiously optimistic about Jaxson Dart, and skeptical of consistent RB or secondary receiver value.
One Andy Reid disciple is joining another in East Rutherford, and the fantasy fallout will be one of 2026’s most intriguing storylines.
