Giants Release Linebacker Okereke, Free Agency Buzz

0:00For the NFL, it's March 4th. Here's what's happening. The New York Giants have released linebacker Bobby Okareki, giving him an early jump on finding a new team. This move happened on Wednesday after reports surface the night before. Now he can sign with another club right away, even before the new league year kicks off next week. Okareki spent the last three seasons with the Giants. He started 46 out of their 51 games during that time. His stats include 385 tackles, five and a half sacks, four interceptions, seven four spumbles, and three fumble recoveries. Fans and analysts see this as a cap space play for the Giants. Okareki's departure clears room on the roster without tying up future assets. It also means team shopping for linebackers have a proven starter available now. One key detail here is that his release won't count toward compensatory draft picks. Those are based on free agent comings and goings but cuts like this fall outside the formula. As free agency heats up, keep an eye on Okareki. He's young, productive, and ready to join a

1:05contender right away. Expect quick interest from around the league. This story is made possible by our sponsor. Press play. Put your head down. The sound is already there. S-O-L-I-SoliPillow.com.