Giants' Free Agency: Hits & Misses Over Last Decade

0:00You're listening to NFL News today. Subscribe now for fast daily updates on your team. The New York Giants have limited salary cap room, but plans to get active in free agency under new head coach John Harbaugh. As fans dream up targets, it's worth looking back at the team's best and worst free agent moves over the last 10 years. Hits like cornerback Janores Jenkins and recent offensive linemen stood out, while several receiver and tackle signings bombed hard. Here this decade, Jenkins signed a big five-year deal, worth $62,500,000, and delivered right away. He made the Pro Bowl, grabbed 12 interceptions, and helped the Giants reach the playoffs for the first time since their Super Bowl run. Later, linebacker Marcus Golden came cheap at $3,750,000, and led the team with 10 sacks in his one strong year. Even still cringe over the misses, though. Offensive tackle Nate Sotter got $62,000,000 over four years, but couldn't fix the shaky

1:01line. Why receivers Golden Tate, Kenny Gala Day, and Darius Sladen also flopped, despite hefty guarantees, totaling underwhelming stats and eating of cap, space amid fan frustration. Those bad deals hurt the team's rebuild, leaving the offense exposed and morale low during back-to-back last place finishes. Meanwhile, steady performers like Tackle's Dermain-Eleway Munor and Guard Greg Van Rotten brought reliability on modest contracts last year, snapping over. 2,700 combined plays with few mistakes. Now Elua Munor and Van Roten hid free agency again, giving the Giants tough choices. According to reports, officials hope Harbaugh brings smarter spending to avoid past pitfalls and build around young talent. Thanks to our sponsor for helping bring you this episode. Podcasts hit different when the sound comes from your pillow. Once you try it, it just makes sense. S-O-L-I-SOLYPILLOW.COM