New York Giants assistant general manager Brandon Brown has taken another significant step toward a potential promotion.
The Las Vegas Raiders conducted an in-person interview with Brown for their vacant general manager position, as reported by CBS Sports’ Jonathan Jones. This marks Brown’s second interview with the organization, indicating he’s a top contender for the job.
At just 35, Brown has rapidly established himself as one of the NFL’s brightest front-office talents. Since joining the Giants in 2022 as Joe Schoen’s assistant GM, he’s played a key role in shaping New York’s roster. Before his time with the Giants, Brown spent five years with the Philadelphia Eagles, serving as the director of pro scouting and later as director of player personnel. His contributions helped build the Eagles’ Super Bowl-winning roster in 2017.
Brandon Brown is among the finalists for Vegas Raiders GM
The Raiders have been thorough in their search, with Brown among the top candidates alongside Chargers assistant GM Chad Alexander and others. Brown’s resume includes college recruiting, scouting, and high-level personnel management.
For the Giants, Brown’s potential departure would leave a void in their front office. As one of the few executives with a stellar track record, losing him would be a blow to their infrastructure. However, the NFL’s Rooney Rule offers a silver lining: the Giants would receive compensatory third-round picks in each of the next two drafts if Brown secures the Raiders job.
Still, it’s hard to ignore the tension between Brown’s fast rise and his current position under Joe Schoen. Take last offseason, for instance. Schoen’s controversial decision to let Saquon Barkley walk to the Eagles—a move that still haunts Giants fans—seemed like a choice rooted entirely in Schoen’s philosophy. Reports suggested Brown wasn’t aligned with the decision, further emphasizing his limited influence in New York.
Even if Brown returns to the Giants, his potential impact is muted under Schoen’s leadership. It’s a frustrating reality for someone of Brown’s caliber, whose vision and expertise might shine brighter in a more prominent role. Had Brown been the GM, the Giants might have avoided some of their recent blunders and charted a more competitive course.
While losing Brown would sting, the compensatory picks offer the Giants an opportunity to regroup. With their roster far from championship-ready, those selections could lead to franchise-altering talent—players like rookie standout Dru Phillips, who has already made a significant impact.
As Brown’s star continues to rise, his next destination might be Las Vegas. For the Giants, it’s another reminder of the value of developing talent—and the consequences of failing to capitalize on it.