# Harbaugh confident in Zvada

> Giants coach John Harbaugh says rookie kicker Dominic Zvada will become a good NFL kicker despite recent misses.
- Title: Harbaugh confident in Zvada · NBC Sports | Shortify
- Summary: Giants coach John Harbaugh says rookie kicker Dominic Zvada will become a good NFL kicker despite recent misses.
- Keywords: dominic zvada, john harbaugh, giants, kicker, rookie, field goals, nfl, NBC Sports
- Source: NBC Sports — https://nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/john-harbaugh-expresses-confidence-in-k-dominic-zvada
- Published: 2026-11-13T05:26:40.385+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: dominic zvada, john harbaugh, giants, kicker, rookie, field goals, nfl, sports
## Zvada's recent misses
Giants rookie kicker Dominic Zvada missed six field goals in nine games, including a 33-yarder on Thursday night.
## Harbaugh's confidence
After New York’s 24-21 loss to the Commanders, Giants coach John Harbaugh expressed confidence in Zvada’s ability to become a good NFL kicker.
## Harbaugh's statement
Harbaugh said, 'Yeah, we’re confident. You know, you can’t, as soon as a guy doesn’t make a play, I mean, start firing people left and right. Especially your kicker who’s a rookie.'

> Yeah, we’re confident,” Harbaugh said. “You know, you can’t, as soon as a guy doesn’t make a play, I mean, start firing people left and right. Especially your kicker who’s a rookie.
## Harbaugh's reassurance
Harbaugh emphasized Zvada will not be panicked over missed kicks, saying he will make 'a lot of kicks' and is 'really good, really talented.'
## Zvada's challenge
A kicker must make field goals, especially from distances that should be automatic, or tough questions will arise.
## What happens next
Zvada’s future with the Giants depends on whether he continues to miss field goals or improves his accuracy.
## Key takeaway

Giants coach John Harbaugh expressed confidence in rookie kicker Dominic Zvada's ability to succeed in the NFL after missing multiple field goals.