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While the prospect of Pierce returning to the Giants holds sentimentality, it also faces criticism based on his lack of experience as a defensive coordinator at the NFL level. There are several highly qualified candidates in the market that could fit the Giants' needs more appropriately.
Some potential candidates under consideration include:
Robert Salah: Former head coach of the Jets and a highly regarded defensive coordinator for the San Francisco 49ers.
Lou Anarumo: Former defensive coordinator of the Bengals who has ties to the Giants and is known for his innovative defensive strategies.
Dennis Allen: The successful defensive coordinator for the Saints who has a proven track record of turning around defenses.