John Harbaugh and Joe Schoen have already done plenty of work on the Giants’ roster, but there’s still room for a few more low-cost additions before the 2026 season kicks off.
New York has upgraded around a young core with a mix of veteran help and rookie talent, yet some spots still look unfinished. Free agency still offers a handful of bargain options, and a few of them make sense if the Giants want to keep building without spending much.
At linebacker, Kenneth Murray Jr. is the kind of flier that fits the moment. Tremaine Edmunds and Arvell Reese are a big step up from what the Giants used in 2025, but the depth behind them is thin.
Micah McFadden missed nearly all of the 2025 season with an injury, and rookie Jack Kelly is currently part of the backup mix. Murray didn’t play well with the Dallas Cowboys last season, but he’s been a solid starter for much of his career.
With his value sitting at an all-time low, he could be worth a minimum deal and a chance to compete for a reserve job in camp.
If the Giants want a more rugged linebacker to help with their run-defense issues, Elandon Roberts is another name to watch. He doesn’t offer much in coverage, but the 32-year-old still brings real power against the run and can plug gaps effectively. That makes him a possible “break in case of emergency” answer if last season’s problems in that area show up again.
There’s also a case for adding another running back, even with Cam Skattebo and Tyrone Tracy locked in as the top two. Devin Singletary is still on the roster, but Najee Harris could push for that third spot.
Harris is efficient when he’s running behind a clean line, and he’s a better pass protector than Skattebo or Tracy. He’s also coming off a torn Achilles, so the medicals would have to check out first.
If they do, he could be a smart bargain pickup for Big Blue.
On the defensive line, the Giants still have a depth question inside despite making a bunch of moves there already. There aren’t any splashy veteran options left in free agency, but Greg Gaines could still help as a rotational piece. That alone may be enough for a team that’s clearly still trying to finish the job.
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