Giants defensive coordinator Don “Wink” Martindale resigns

Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY SportsNew York Giants defensive coordinator Don “Wink” Martindale has resigned, per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport.

Martindale’s resignation comes mere hours after head coach Brian Daboll told reporters he expected the veteran coach back next season. The Giants regressed to 6-11 in 2023 after last year’s miracle playoff run. New York ranked 26th in points allowed at 23.9 per game and had only 19 takeaways on the season.

There were also whispers of tension between Martindale and Daboll during the season. The Giants also fired linebackers coach Drew Wilkins and special teams coordinator Thomas McCaughey. Of course, offensive line coach Bobby Johnson…