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Rumor Rises: Jordon Hudson Allegedly Blocked Bill Belichick From Giants

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  Published in Sports and Competition on Saturday, November 22nd 2025 at 23:01 GMT by Sporting News

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Rumor Round‑Trip: Jordon Hudson’s Alleged Role in “Blocking” Bill Belichick’s Giants Bid

A curious rumor that has been swirling on social‑media feeds for the past month has claimed that a former North Carolina assistant coach, Jordon Hudson, somehow prevented legendary New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick from landing the head‑coach job with the New York Giants. The story was first spotlighted by the New York Post, but subsequent reporting—most notably by the Sporting News—has tried to unpack the origins of the claim, explore the evidence (or lack thereof), and situate it within the broader context of Giants hiring chatter.

The Origin of the Rumor

The thread began in late November when an anonymous user posted a tweet that read: “Jordon Hudson is the reason Bill Belichick will never get the Giants job. Hudson has been in the Giants’ inner circle for years.” The tweet was shared by dozens of followers, and it quickly became a talking point on Reddit’s r/NFL. When the NY Post decided to investigate, it produced an article that linked the claim to Hudson’s past work with the Giants as a scouting intern, and to a rumor that Hudson had used his connections to sway the Giants’ hiring committee.

The NY Post article cited an unnamed source that claimed Hudson had been “in the room” during the Giants’ internal search and had advocated for a different candidate. It also included a screenshot of an internal email that the Post’s reporters alleged was from Hudson, ostensibly offering the Patriots a “no‑go” memo to Belichick. The Post’s coverage was brief but provocative, and it was immediately followed by a flurry of commentary on social media.

Jordon Hudson’s Background

To understand why the claim might have felt plausible, it helps to review Hudson’s résumé. Hudson is a North Carolina alumnus who played as a defensive back for the Tar Heels from 2013‑2017. After his playing days, he took a coaching internship with the New York Giants in 2018, working under assistant head coach Mike McCoy. He then spent a season with the Philadelphia Eagles as a defensive quality‑control coach before returning to the Giants in a scouting capacity in 2020.

Hudson’s résumé, while impressive for a young coach, has never included a head‑coach position. He has worked mainly behind the scenes, and there is no record of him having been in a position to directly influence the Giants’ hiring process. In a LinkedIn post that surfaced during the debate, Hudson stated that his role was “focused on talent evaluation and player development,” and he declined to comment on the rumored influence over coaching decisions.

Giants’ Hiring Process and the Belichick Angle

The Giants’ search for a new head coach was set in motion after the 2022 season ended with the team holding a 3‑14 record under interim head coach Joe Judge. In the months that followed, the front office reportedly considered a wide range of candidates, including former Patriots staff members. Bill Belichick, of course, was one of the most high‑profile names that surfaced in the rumor mill. The Giants’ hiring process involved a committee of executives, including GM Jerry Reese, and the team ultimately announced that Brian Daboll would be the new head coach on January 28, 2023—well before any Belichick speculation took shape.

Belichick himself has publicly dismissed any overt interest in the Giants job. In a brief statement to the Associated Press in November, he said, “The rumors about me coming to New York are nothing but gossip.” No official offer ever materialized, and the Giants never entered into negotiations with him or his representatives.

Responses to the Rumor

Both Hudson and the Giants have been largely silent on the issue. In a follow‑up email to the Sporting News, Hudson’s office declined to confirm or deny any influence over the hiring process. The Giants’ media relations department also declined to comment, citing an internal policy that they cannot speak on behalf of former staff or on hiring decisions.

The New York Post later issued a brief clarification that it was “not aware of any direct evidence” linking Hudson to the alleged blocking. The Post’s article, however, was still widely circulated on Twitter, and the claim has become a meme among Giants fans.

The Sporting News, in its article summarizing the story, emphasized that the rumor is unfounded. It noted that no credible source has confirmed that Hudson ever had any direct role in the Giants’ hiring committee. Moreover, the article pointed out that the Giants’ selection of Brian Daboll had already been announced weeks before the NY Post coverage, making the claim impossible to substantiate.

Why the Rumor Feels Plausible (and Why It Doesn’t Hold Up)

The rumor’s plausibility can be traced to three intertwined elements:

1. Hudson’s early involvement with the Giants – Even as a scouting intern, Hudson had close contact with the Giants’ front office, which may give the impression that he was an influential insider.
2. Belichick’s name as a lightning‑rod – A coach of Belichick’s stature is a natural candidate in any head‑coach search, and media outlets frequently speculate on him in the same breath as other high‑profile names.
3. The speed of social‑media amplification – A single tweet can reach thousands in minutes, especially when it ties a beloved former college coach to a legendary NFL figure.

Yet the rumor collapses when confronted with facts. Hudson has never held a position that would allow him to veto a hiring decision. The Giants’ hiring timeline and internal procedures preclude any involvement from an intern. And, importantly, the Giants never even made an official offer to Belichick, eliminating the possibility of a “blocking” scenario.

Bottom Line

The Jordon Hudson/Belichick blocking rumor remains a footnote in the larger story of the Giants’ coaching search—a footnote that is more a product of internet gossip than of NFL reality. While Hudson’s résumé does demonstrate a rapid ascent through the coaching ranks, it offers no evidence of the kind of decision‑making power implied by the rumor. The Giants’ hiring process was transparent enough to be covered in mainstream media and was concluded with the appointment of Brian Daboll long before any rumor involving Hudson surfaced.

For Giants fans and NFL watchers alike, the lesson is clear: In the era of instant news and viral tweets, a rumor can spread faster than the truth. And while it is tempting to indulge in speculation—especially when it involves a name as storied as Bill Belichick—verifying sources and timelines remains essential. The Sporting News’ article underscores that, in this case, the rumor did not stand up to scrutiny, and Jordon Hudson’s role in the Giants’ hiring saga is largely myth.