NFL free agency begins Monday at noon ET with the opening of the “legal tampering” period. The official free agent signing period does not begin until Wednesday at 4 p.m. ET. To keep up with all the moves and rumors regarding the New York Giants, follow this Giants free agent tracker and the rest of our free agent coverage at Big Blue View.
What will the Giants do at quarterback? How will GM Joe Schoen, under fire after two poor seasons, navigate improving the roster while not making any ‘Hail Mary’ moves aimed solely at trying to keep his job?
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THE BUZZ
Friday, March 14
NFL world still waits on Aaron Rodgers
Here’s what you need to know. The Vikings are having discussions about what they want to do at quarterback and if they want Rodgers. Rodgers is giving them time and waiting to hear from Minnesota. The Vikings have yet to make a decision.We all wait.
— Dianna Russini (@diannarussini.bsky.social) 2025-03-14T17:53:13.428Z
— The Purple Persuasion (@TPPSkol) March 14, 2025.@AlbertBreer weighs in on Aaron Rodgers and the @Vikings.
Breer noted that “as of last night” the Vikings were discussing offering a deal to Rodgers but haven’t done so yet
“Maybe they’ll throw their hat in the ring”
: The Breer Report / YT pic.twitter.com/HtIWRJQ5Gu
— John Frascella (Football) (@NFLFrascella) March 13, 2025BREAKING:
Aaron Rodgers’ “stalling” and “posturing” for the limelight is turning some teams off their interest in him. They are realizing the complications he brings.
There is now a scenario where Rodgers is NOT a Steeler or Giant, per source. pic.twitter.com/bTD1yu16hF
Thursday, March 13
Giants host Joe Flacco, await Russell Wilson visit
Adoree’ Jackson goes to Philly
— Jordan Schultz (@Schultz_Report) March 13, 2025Breaking: Former #Giants CB Adoree' Jackson is signing with the #Eagles, I’m told.
Jackson has started 82 career games and adds experience and depth to Philadelphia’s secondary. pic.twitter.com/vEa4HmZkSt
Russell Wilson leaves Cleveland, headed to New Jersey
Quarterback Russell Wilson leaving Berea after meeting with the Cleveland #Browns. pic.twitter.com/qIDieCoxjm
— Ashly Holder (@AshNoelleTV) March 13, 2025
— Yahoo Sports (@YahooSports) March 13, 2025The Falcons may be trying to squeeze the Browns and Steelers by triggering Kirk Cousins' $10M salary for 2026, per @CharlesRobinson.
From Robinson:
"They know the Browns want to bring in another quarterback ... and Cousins would be the most familiar — having worked with head… pic.twitter.com/uHsdUynRew
What they’re saying as the Russell Wilson-Aaron Rodgers, Giants-Steelers quarterback drama unfolds
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) March 13, 2025A Steel City reunion: QB Mason Rudolph has agreed to a two-year, $8 million deal with $4.5 million to return to the #Steelers, sources tell me and @RapSheet.
Rudolph mulled multiple offers, including a return to the #Titans, but was motivated to head back to Pittsburgh. pic.twitter.com/wEC7gC7rgw
Wednesday, March 12
QB carousel is spinning again
Vikings considering Aaron Rodgers?
Vikings decision-makers are still evaluating their options at quarterback, including the possibility of signing Aaron Rodgers. The four-time MVP is intrigued by the idea of playing in Minnesota. For now, it’s a waiting game, sources tell @mikesilver and me. pic.twitter.com/CK2UqzL596
— Dianna Russini (@DMRussini) March 12, 2025
Russell Wilson to visit Browns ... and Giants
Sources: Free-agent QB Russell Wilson is scheduled to fly tonight to Cleveland to visit with the Browns on Thursday, before being scheduled to fly to New York on Thursday night to visit Friday with the Giants. pic.twitter.com/5mKkcqV4ja
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 12, 2025
A rare QB visit: #Steelers former starter Russell Wilson is scheduling a visit to the #Browns this week, per me and @TomPelissero. A potential option in Cleveland. pic.twitter.com/ktIMNoluy3
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 12, 2025
Source: Free-agent QB Marcus Mariota is returning to the Washington Commanders on a one-year deal. pic.twitter.com/7v9JPFbsJe
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 12, 2025
Justin Pugh on Giants’ guard options
I’d have to go buzz his film from last year but I feel like he’d be a plug and play, sleep well at night answer for any team looking for RG help. https://t.co/8emIlsv3kn
— Justin Pugh (@JustinPugh) March 12, 2025
I’d also mention Will Hernandez he was playing the best football of his career last year before injury. Come home Will!
— Justin Pugh (@JustinPugh) March 12, 2025
LB Dyontae Johnson signs ERFA tender
The Aaron Rodgers situation does not appear to be a money thing from the Giants perspective. They are just waiting for his decision. A resolution is expected today.
— Jordan Raanan (@JordanRaanan) March 12, 2025
Tuesday, March 11
Jason Pinnock leaving Giants for San Francisco 49ers
Daniel Jones agrees to terms with the Colts
Giants were in on Will Fries
There was a lot of action on Fries—the Colts were trying to bring him back, and the Patriots, Giants, Seahawks and Cardinals were also involved. https://t.co/S8gP2SDmRv
— Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) March 11, 2025
So, where will they pivot at guard?
As far as the Giants signing a right guard, at this point they think the prices are too high for what is out there.
— Paul Schwartz (@NYPost_Schwartz) March 11, 2025
We will see what develops.
I am becoming more and more convinced the Giants should bow out of the Russ/Rodgers bidding. Too much money for too little gain w/guys who are well past their best years. Sign a cheaper bridge/placeholder and make your big QB splash in the draft. #NYGiants
— Ed Valentine (@edvalentine.bsky.social) 2025-03-11T14:00:40.659Z
Giants miss out on free agent market’s top guard
— Jeremy Fowler (@JFowlerESPN) March 11, 2025Guard Will Fries is headed to the #Vikings for five years and $88 million, sources told ESPN.
One of the top interior linemen on the market is now off the board. pic.twitter.com/xL38oVQfNO
- Giants agree to terms with S Jevon Holland
Monday, March 10
Aaron Rodgers slipping away from Giants?
— Steelers Update (@SteelersUpdate1) March 11, 2025The #Steelers could have a deal in place with #Jets QB Aaron Rodgers as soon as tomorrow, per @ProFootballTalk.
However, the 41-year-old won’t be able to sign a deal until Wednesday when New York releases him. The #Giants are also still in play but would need to give Rodgers a… pic.twitter.com/3X8AdOAvPm
Russell Wilson’s market “flat”?
Russell Wilson's market beyond Giants considered "flat," per Charles Robinson.
— NFL NEWS (@fantasynflnews.bsky.social) 2025-03-11T00:48:50.402Z
Wide receiver option off the board
NFL News: Former #Chargers WR Josh Palmer, who has been a big name in free agency, lands with the #Bills. A new weapon for the MVP. It’s a 3-year deal worth $36M with $18M guaranteed - per Ian Rapoport
— Big Blue United (@bigblueunited.bsky.social) 2025-03-10T19:09:13.573Z
That is a LOT more money than I thought Josh Palmer would command.
Safety Talanoa Hufanga off the board
The Broncos and S Talanoa Hufanga have agreed to terms on 3-year contract worth up to $45M, including $20M guaranteed at signing, per me and @tompelissero.bsky.social
— Ian Rapoport (@rapsheet1.bsky.social) 2025-03-10T19:12:56.868Z
Hufanga had been considered a possible fit for the Giants.
CB Isaiah Rodgers off the board
Former Eagles CB Isaiah Rodgers reached agreement on a 2-year $15 million contract with the Minnesota Vikings. The deal includes $8M fully guaranteed. The deal was negotiated by Bryan Gavin and Ed Wasielewski of EMG Sports.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 10, 2025
The Giants were interested in Rodgers, but landed one of the best cornerbacks in free agency in Paulson Adebo.
Giants agree to terms with CB Paulson Adebo
The Giants are signing former Saints DB Paulson Adebo, per source.
— Dianna Russini (@diannarussini.bsky.social) 2025-03-10T16:56:30.133Z
A QB comes off the board
The Rams are re-signing QB Jimmy Garoppolo to a one-year, $11 million deal, per source.
— Dianna Russini (@diannarussini.bsky.social) 2025-03-10T16:46:38.093Z
Rodgers to Steelers?
Aaron Rodgers "getting close" to signing a deal with the Steelers, per Gerry Dulac.
— NFL NEWS (@fantasynflnews.bsky.social) 2025-03-10T16:39:09.161Z
That would be a big domino in the quarterback market.
Adam Schefter says that he is not as confident the Browns select a QB 2nd Overall, as he was earlier in this process.
— Big Blue United (@bigblueunited.bsky.social) 2025-03-10T16:38:09.241Z
If true, this could be good news for the Giants.
Defensive tackle B.J. Hill back to Bengals on 3-year, deal, per Schefter. Thought he might be in line for a return to the New York Giants. #NYGiants
— Ed Valentine (@edvalentine.bsky.social) 2025-03-10T16:35:50.491Z
Hearing Saints CB Paulson Adebo might be the leader for the Giants right now - for anyone here. Working on confirmation.
— (@artstapleton.bsky.social) 2025-03-10T16:30:01.000Z
I have been on the Paulson Adebo train for a while. Young, up-and-coming cornerback. Fits where the Giants are.
Nice deal for ex-Giant offensive lineman
The #Buccaneers have agreed to terms on a three-year, $22 million deal with G Ben Bredeson, sources tell me and @Sara_Walsh. Bredeson started 17 games for Tampa last season. Gets $12.5m guaranteed now in a deal done by Joe Panos and Justin Schulman of @AthletesFirst. pic.twitter.com/uYV5EM58Lf
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) March 10, 2025
In my view, the Giants never should have let Ben Bredeson leave last offseason.
— Jordan Raanan (@JordanRaanan) March 10, 2025As of Sunday evening, the Giants were waiting on Aaron Rodgers, per sources. He was assessing all his options with the negotiating window set to open today at noon.
Rodgers is expected to talk with the Seahawks and the Steelers are also an option.
Sunday, March 9
Davante Adams is not coming to the Giants with Aaron Rodgers
Sources: Davante Adams to the #Rams. He gets a 2-year deal worth $46M with $26M guaranteed. He wanted to stay on the West Coast.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 9, 2025
Another suitor for Sam Darnold?
— Dianna Russini (@DMRussini) March 9, 2025The Steelers are expected to make an offer to pending free agent Sam Darnold, per source.
Many around the league believe Darnold will wind up in Seattle, but Pittsburgh is doing its due diligence on any potential options ahead of the new league year.
Aaron Rodgers has options
— Dianna Russini (@DMRussini) March 9, 2025The Seahawks are expected to talk with Aaron Rodgers about their QB vacancy, per source.
Rodgers is free to meet with interested teams as the QB carousel continues to spin on the eve of free agency. pic.twitter.com/WjfQfz7hgr
After speaking to people around the league, the Aaron Rodgers thing hardly seems like a slam dunk at this point. The Giants are not the most desirable situation.
— Jordan Raanan (@JordanRaanan) March 9, 2025
- NFL free agency 2025: New York Giants expected to pursue Eagles’ cornerback
Justin Fields headed to free agency?
— Sportskeeda Pro Football (@SKProFootball) March 9, 2025The Pittsburgh Steelers and QB Justin Fields are not close to a deal that would bring Fields back to Pittsburgh before the start of free agency, leading to growing sentiment that he will test the market.
Saturday, March 8
The negotiating window has not started, but there are already things going on that could impact the Giants.
Kirk Cousins wants trade, might not get one
— Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) March 7, 2025Sources: QB Kirk Cousins asked for, and got, a meeting with Falcons owner Arthur Blank on his future. Blank and Cousins had that meeting Wednesday night—the QB wants to go to a place where he can start in 2025.
The Falcons brass has said it'd do what's best for the team at QB.
Sam Darnold to Seattle?
— Jordan Schultz (@Schultz_Report) March 8, 2025Sources: The #Seahawks, after trading Geno Smith to the #Raiders, have shifted their primary focus to Sam Darnold. He is their No. 1 option, and there is mutual interest on his behalf as well.
It is highly unlikely that Darnold returns to the #Vikings, according to multiple… pic.twitter.com/otbTOj3hTh
Unrestricted free agents
Edge Patrick Johnson [Signed with Eagles]
S Jason Pinnock [Signed with 49ers]
CB Greg Stroman
KR/WR Ihmir Smith-Marsette [Re-signed with Giants]
KR/WR Gunner Olszewski
LB Ty Summers
DT Armon Watts
QB Tim Boyle
S Elijah Riley
OT Chris Hubbard
LB Matthew Adams
G Aaron Stinnie [Re-signed with Giants]
LS Casey Kreiter [Re-signed with Giants]
TE Chris Manhertz [Re-signed with Giants]
Edge Azeez Ojulari
CB Adoree’ Jackson [Signed with Philadelphia Eagles]
G Greg Van Roten [Re-signed with Giants]
P Jamie Gillan [Re-signed with Giants]
LB Isaiah Simmons
QB Drew Lock
WR Darius Slayton [Re-signed with Giants]
Restricted free agent
DT Timmy Horne
Exclusive rights free agents
S Jonathan Sutherland
Edge Tomon Fox [Re-signed with Giants]
CB Divaad Wilson
LB Dyontae Johnson [Re-signed with Giants]
QB Tommy DeVito [Re-signed with Giants]
C Jimmy Morrissey [Re-signed with Giants]
Giants free agent signings
- Giants sign CB Paulson Adebo | Instant Analysis
- Giants sign DT Roy Robertson-Harris
- Giants sign swing tackle James Hudson III
- Linebacker Chris Board joins Giants
- Edge defender Chauncey Golston agrees to terms
- Safety Jevon Holland agrees to terms
- Offensive tackle Stone Forsythe agrees to terms
- Giants add special teamer Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles
- Veteran defensive tackle Jeremiah Ledbetter joins Giants
