Arvell Reese earns respect in Giants minicamp with standout play
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 8:05 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Arvell Reese has made a strong impression during New York Giants minicamp this week. The rookie linebacker, the No. 5 overall pick, is noted for both his on-field performance and his approach off the field. Teammate Brian Burns praised Reese's ability to work hard without drawing attention to himself, likening his early performances to a potentially game-changing presence alongside Tremaine Edmunds. Giants' coaching staff sees Reese as a future cornerstone of the franchise, emphasizing his speed and athleticism as vital attributes that could bolster their defense.
- •Reese is viewed as a starting inside linebacker for the Giants.
- •He signed a four-year rookie deal worth $47.8 million.
- •Reese has shown impressive athleticism, drawing comparisons to Micah Parsons.
- •Burns describes Reese and Edmunds as a 'scary' linebacker duo.
- •Reese emphasizes the importance of being violent on defense.
- 10:08 AMYahoo Sports — Giants' Arvell Reese embracing entry-level role as inside linebacker
- 8:05 AMYahoo Sports — How Arvell Reese is earning NY Giants' respect one play at a time
"Arvell Reese is standing out with NY Giants by what he has shown on and off the field. His pairing with Tremaine Edmunds at inside LB has been 'scary'
"New York Giants rookie LB Arvell Reese is off to a fast start and has drawn high praise from his teammates.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 10, 2026, 10:08 AMGiants' Arvell Reese embracing entry-level role as inside linebacker
New York Giants rookie LB Arvell Reese is off to a fast start and has drawn high praise from his teammates.
- Yahoo SportsJun 9, 2026, 8:05 AMHow Arvell Reese is earning NY Giants' respect one play at a time
Arvell Reese is standing out with NY Giants by what he has shown on and off the field. His pairing with Tremaine Edmunds at inside LB has been 'scary'
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