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Social media reacts to Tom Coughlin stepping down

Published: Jan 04, 2016 at 07:01 AM

On Monday, Tom Coughlin stepped down after 12 years as the coach of the New York Giants. Having won two Super Bowls during his time, the news inspired a hefty reaction around the league on social media. Read what people had to say about Coughlin's decision.

A Giant Career #ThanksTC pic.twitter.com/GiDWrXVi8w
— New York Giants (@Giants) January 4, 2016

💔💔🙈🙈
— Prince Amukamara (@PrinceAmukamara) January 4, 2016

TC is an exceptional coach and an even better person. It’s been a honor to play for a HoF coach. Thank you Coach Coughlin
— Geoff Schwartz (@geoffschwartz) January 4, 2016

It has been one of the greatest honors of my life and career to be lead by Tom Coughlin, my life will forever be changed. #legacy #NFL#gmen
— Josh Brown (@Kickingitwith3) January 4, 2016

I had the honor to play for a legend. Thank you coach Coughlin
— Justin Pugh (@JustinPugh) January 4, 2016

Coach Coughlin taught me how to be a professional with respect, class and focus. I am eternally thankful. I'll be at the HOF ceremony. 🏆🏆
— Nat Berhe (@NatBerhe) January 4, 2016

Thank you Tom Coughlin for demanding the very best from myself/teammates every single day. Respect is not given, it's earned #NYG 2xSBChamps
— David Diehl (@davediehl66) January 4, 2016

It was an honor to be a part of the shining legacy that Coach Coughlin created for himself and for our team.
— Andre Williams (@drewill44) January 4, 2016

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