Giants 2026 free agency tracker: Offseason moves, signings
NFL free agency has begun, and we're keeping track of every major signing, trade and release of the 2026 offseason, with analysis from our NFL Nation reporters and grades from our experts.
The new league year began March 11 at 4 p.m. ET, and the first round of the 2026 NFL draft begins April 23 on ESPN.
Here's a breakdown of every 2026 NFL free agent deal by the New York Giantsand how each will impact the coming season:
Isaiah Likely, TE
Likely joining Giants, coach John Harbaugh on three-year deal.
What it means: New York is adding a key target for young quarterback Jaxson Dart to offset the expected loss of wide receiver Wan'Dale Robinson. Likely comes from Baltimore, where he played under Harbaugh.
It's a scheme-defining move for the Giants. They are going to be using a lot of 12 personnel with two tight ends now with Likely and Theo Johnson on the roster. New York is betting on Likely taking his game to the next level with more opportunities as its "F" or move tight end who will be used all over the field.
Jordan Stout, P
Stout and the Giants have agreed to a three-year contract.
What it means:Stout is another player coming from the Baltimore-to-New York pipeline along with Harbaugh. He will reunite with Harbaugh and special teams coach Chris Horton. The addition of Stout is part of the overhaul of the Giants' specialists. Former punter Jamie Gillan will be cut and long-snapper Casey Kreiter is unlikely to return, sources told ESPN.
Kicker Graham Gano also appears likely to be a cap casualty. Stout is an upgrade, given he was an All-Pro punter this past season while averaging 50.1 yards per punt.
Tremaine Edmunds, LB
The Giants and Edmunds agreed to a three-year contract.
What it means: There is a new quarterback of the defense for Big Blue, replacing recently released Bobby Okereke. Edmunds is a respected veteran who has a track record of success.
The Giants weren't willing to trade for him, so they waited until he was released and then agreed to a deal after the start of free agency that includes $23.7 million guaranteed at $12 million per season. Edmunds started out last season strong, got banged up and sputtered down the stretch. But multiple sources who watched his tape said they believe he can still play at a high level despite this being his ninth professional season. He'll also become an instant leader.
Darnell Mooney, WR
The Giants are signing the wide receiver on a one-year deal worth up to $10 million, sources told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler on Saturday.
What it means: The Giants were able to add to the wide receiver room by adding the proven speedster. Mooney had almost 1,000 yards his first year in Atlanta, before the Falcons struggled with their passing game this past season.
The signing now gives the Giants depth at the wide receiver position with Malik Nabers, Darius Slayton and Mooney as outside threats. That is especially notable with Nabers coming back from a serious injury. Mooney, 28, should still have some good football left in him. It's also a move that takes away the need for the Giants to grab a wide receiver relatively early in the draft.
Jermaine Eluemunor, OL
The Giants will re-sign Eluemunor for three years.
What it means: The Giants retain their bookend tackles to protect Jaxson Dart, with standout Andrew Thomas on the left side and Eluemunor on the right. Eluemunor, 31, was one of the big free agent wins (two years for $14 million in 2024) of the Joe Schoen era.
The Giants were intent on keeping him. First, though, Eluemunor wanted to test the market, which worked to New York's advantage. A three-year deal at $13 million per season is a relative bargain for an above-average tackle. Eluemunor might not be a perfect fit in the team's new offense, but his pass protection should help keep Dart comfortable in the pocket.
Calvin Austin III, WR
The receiver signed a one-year deal worth up to $4.5 million, per ESPN's Adam Schefter.
What it means: Austin gets signed after New York lost slot receiver Wan'Dale Robinson in free agency. He also adds value as a returner. The Giants won't be using the slot receiver quite as much as in the past, but there will still be enough three-wide sets that it will be needed. Right now, Austin is probably the leader in the clubhouse to fill that role.
He gets inserted on the depth chart behind Malik Nabers and Darius Slayton, with Isaiah Hodgins, Gunner Olszewski, Jalin Hyatt, Beaux Collins and Ryan Miller some of the other options. In the slot, it's Austin, Olszewski, Dalen Cambre andXavier Gipson.
Evan Neal, OT
The Giants re-signed Neal to a one-year deal.
What it means: Surprise! Don't think many people envisioned a reunion between these two sides after the past few years. Neal was a first-round pick (seventh overall) in the 2022 NFL draft who struggled on and off the field. His pass block win rate of 82.9% would rank dead last among all qualifiers at tackle during that span.
But Harbaugh has given him a clean slate after he wasn't active for a single game last season. The coach is excited to work with the massive offensive lineman. Neal (6-7, 340 pounds) is expected to be back at guard, where the Giants currently have an opening on the right side for a starter.
Patrick Ricard, FB
Ricard to sign with Giants on a two-year deal.
What it means:From the day the Giants hired Harbaugh, it was inevitable they were going to add a fullback. Considering the fullback he had in Baltimore was a six-time Pro Bowl player who happened to be hitting the free agent market, it seemed obvious they would reunite. Ricard has the kind of physical, hard-nosed nature that Harbaugh likes. It will be fun to see the 300-pound fullback blocking for wrecking ball running backCam Skatteboin New York's new offense.
Jason Sanders, K
Sanders has agreed to a one-year contract.
What it means: The overhaul of the Giants' specialists is almost complete. Sanders, if healthy, is the team's new kicker. Jordan Stout agreed to terms on Day 1 of the negotiating window to be the punter. Sanders is a former All-Pro kicker. Stout was an All-Pro punter this past season. Clearly, upgrading the team's specialists was a priority for new coach Harbaugh. But Sanders, 30, is coming off a year when he did not kick because of a hip injury. New York does haveBen Saulson the roster as a contingency after he made all eight of his field goal attempts as a rookie.
Isaiah Hodgins, WR
Hodgins to re-sign on a one-year deal.
What it means: Hodgins returns after rejoining the Giants midway through last season. He's a trustworthy receiver who fits the profile as a physical player who can block on the edges in the offense New York plans to run under Harbaugh. It's a one-year deal that won't cost the Giants much either, while giving them a contingency at the position after losing Robinson to the Titans. Still, don't be surprised if New York still looks to add another wide receiver in the second or third wave of free agency.
Ar'Darius Washington, S
Washington to sign a one-year deal with the Giants.
What it means: Washington will replaceDane Belton as a versatile defensive back who contributes on special teams. He also has a connection to Harbaugh and Horton from their time together with the Ravens.
Washington returned late last year after sitting out most of the season because of an Achilles injury. The hope is that he flourishes more than a year removed from the injury. And he can be used all over the field in different roles in new defensive coordinator Dennard Wilson's defense.
Greg Newsome II, CB
Newsome and the Giants agree to a one-year deal.
What it means: The Giants needed to add at least one veteran at the cornerback spot after Cor'Dale Flott chose the Tennessee Titans. Newsome is a start. It's a low-risk deal at one year for $8 million that could be worth up to $10 million, a source told ESPN. Newsome has talent. He was a first-round pick for the Browns in 2022 and played flashy his first two professional seasons. The past two years have been a struggle, though, and he was eventually traded to the Jacksonville Jaguars last year. New York is betting on a bounce-back season under Wilson, who is known to be good with defensive backs.
Micah McFadden, LB
McFadden re-signs on a one-year deal.
What it means: A return for McFadden on a prove-it deal. This seemed inevitable despite outside interest, including from the crosstown rival Jets, after he missed most of last season with a foot injury. McFadden re-signed for one year and $3.75 million with an additional $2 million available in incentives. Not bad for a player who had 100-plus tackles the two seasons before the injury. It gives the Giants two proven veterans at the inside linebacker spots and keeps open the possibility of drafting Sonny Styles at No. 5. Neither McFadden nor Edmunds is a long-term answer at the position, as of now.
Aaron Stinnie, G
The Giants re-signed Stinnie on a one-year deal.
What it means: Stinnie provides depth on the offensive line. He's a trusted backup at guard with some center flexibility and will be a welcome returning player to the locker room. He's a respected veteran who is popular among his teammates.
Considering the Giants don't have a starting right guard yet, this at least gives them a viable option, just in case. Expect the team to still add at the position here in free agency with a plethora of quality veteran options still available. New York is waiting for some of the deal prices to drop, and a return of Greg Van Roten also remains a possibility.
Jason Pinnock, S
Pinnock and the Giants agree to a one-year deal.
What it means: Pinnock returns to the Giants after one season in San Francisco. The Connecticut native spent the first four years of his career in New York with the Jets and Giants. So he considers this a return home. Pinnock will be another option in what should be a secondary littered with competition. It's not out of the realm of possibilities Pinnock or recent signing Ar'Darius Washington beats out an incumbent (namely Tyler Nubin and Dru Phillips) for a starting job. At the very least, it adds to the Giants' depth, which was a problem last season.
Joshua Ezeudu, G
The Giants andEzeudu agree to a one-year deal.
What it means: Evan Neal and now Ezeudu are returning despite not playing a single snap for the team last season. Ezeudu, who wasn't activated from injured reserve despite being healthy early in the season, had other options too. But he chose to remain in New York and get a fresh start under Harbaugh.
The third-round pick in 2022 has bounced between guard and tackle his first few seasons in the league. It will be interesting to see what the new coaching staff envisions. New York still has a glaring hole at right guard.
Elijah Campbell, CB
The Giants and Campbell agree to a one-year deal.
What it means: The Giants continue to address special teams. That is where Campbell brings the most value. He was a core special teams player for the Dolphins, with 21 special teams tackles on his résumé. Campbell (5-11, 200 pounds) has played in 68 career regular-season games for the Jets and Dolphins. He has made just three starts.
His primary role under Harbaugh appears to be special teams. Join the party.
Cam Jones, LB
The Giants agreed to terms on a one-year deal with the linebacker.
What it means: The Giants added another player whose primary role will likely be on special teams. Jones has played 670 special teams snaps over his first three professional seasons -- two with the Chiefs, one with the Jets. He has been on the field for just 160 defensive snaps. It only adds to the Giants' focus on improving their special teams this offseason under Harbaugh. Jones has 17 total special teams tackles since going undrafted in 2023 out of Indiana.
Zach Triner, LS
The long-snapper has agreed on a one-year deal with the Giants.
What it means: The overhaul of the Giants' specialists is complete. They added Triner to replace Casey Kreiter, who left and signed with the Arizona Cardinals earlier this offseason. Harbaugh also brought in punterJordan Stouton a record deal to replace Jamie Gillan and signed former All-Pro kicker Jason Sanders to take over for Graham Gano.
Triner played in one game last season for the Commanders. He was the Bucs' long-snapper for most of the previous six years. This signing doesn't completely eliminate the possibility the Giants add a long-snapper from this year's draft class as well.
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