March 16, 2026, 7:02 a.m. ET
The New York Giants entered the 2026 offseason with clear priorities, and they aggressively attacked the first wave of free agency under head coach John Harbaugh and general manager Joe Schoen.
Key additions included tight end Isaiah Likely for a reliable receiving threat, cornerback Greg Newsome to bolster the secondary, wide receivers Darnell Mooney and Calvin Austin III to rebuild the passing attack after losses like Wan’Dale Robinson, and fullback Patrick Ricard to add physicality and blocking prowess in the run game.
These moves addressed several pressing needs and injected veteran talent, but the roster still craves more depth across the board—particularly along the offensive line, on the defensive front, and potentially at skill positions.
With limited cap space remaining and the market shifting to value deals, the second wave offers intriguing opportunities to round out a competitive group.
Here are seven remaining free agents the Giants could target.
Expert NFL picks: Exclusive betting insights only at USA TODAY.OG Wyatt Teller
The Giants remain without a right guard (Evan Neal does not count), and they must address the position ahead of the 2026 NFL draft. They’ve been reported to have interest in Wyatt Teller, with some NFL insiders suggesting the two sides even briefly discussed a contract. Whether that’s accurate or not, Teller is among the best guards remaining unsigned, and it seems like a perfect match for the Giants.
OG Kevin Zeitler
If Teller proves too costly, the Giants could pivot and target guards like Greg Van Roten or Daniel Faalele, an ex-Raven they reportedly have some interest in. They could also turn to the familiar face of Kevin Zeitler, who played well during his time in East Rutherford and remains a consistent, steady option at the position.
DT D.J. Reader
Similar to guard, the Giants have a glaring need at defensive tackle. They’ve been unable to find a solution outside of nose tackle Dexter Lawrence, leaving the defense vulnerable to the run. D.J. Reader is a proven run-stuffer with a solid resume, who could come in and immediately shore up a leaky D-line. A short-term deal would be ideal given his age (32 in July).
CB Trevon Diggs
After several injury-plagued seasons in which he underperformed, Trevon Diggs is a potential buy-low option at cornerback — an area the Giants need reinforcements. He looked awful in his final days with the Dallas Cowboys, but some of that could have been his displeasure with the organization. Either way, Diggs remains available as a potential team-friendly, low-guarantee option.
CB Mike Hilton
The Giants have a solid slot corner in Dru Phillips, but every position on the roster needs depth and competition. Following Phillips’ second-year regression, Harbaugh could look to beef up the room with a player like Mike Hilton, who excels against the run. He could also come cheaply after appearing in just two games last season (both as practice squad elevations) and missing time due to a shoulder injury.
LB Bobby Wagner
Yes, the Giants just signed Tremaine Edmunds. Yes, Bobby Wager will turn 36 in June. However, even if the Giants intend to target a player like Sonny Styles in the draft, they are one injury to their inside linebackers away from Darius Muasau playing meaningful snaps. Even with Micah McFadden, who is returning from a season-ending foot injury, providing some level of insurance, the team needs more run-stopping depth. Wager is still very productive and would bring culture-setting veteran leadership to the locker room.
LS Jacob Bobenmoyer
The Giants have completely revamped their special teams unit under Harbaugh, which should come as no surprise given his expertise in the area. They have added punter Jordan Stout and kicker Jason Sanders, while allowing long-snapper Casey Kreiter to exit via free agency. With an obvious roster need, Jacob Bobenmoyer could be an ideal solution as a return to the Raiders appears off the table.

