Giants consider center competition after Schmitz misses practice
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 12:37 PM
Last updated Oct 9, 2026
Bryan Hudson earned his first NFL start for the New York Giants as John Michael Schmitz missed practice due to a family commitment. Giants coach John Harbaugh indicated that Schmitz's absence was not a permanent change, keeping lineup decisions open. Hudson performed well in pass protection but showed weaknesses in run blocking during his start. Both players are expected to be evaluated fairly to determine the best option for the upcoming game against Washington.
- •Bryan Hudson started in place of John Michael Schmitz due to a family commitment.
- •Harbaugh described the switch as not a long-term decision.
- •Hudson's first start showed strong pass protection but weak run blocking.
- •Giants plan to fairly evaluate both centers for the next game.
- 12:37 PMYahoo Sports — John Michael Schmitz shouldn’t get his Giants job back by default
"Bryan Hudson got his first NFL start because John Michael Schmitz missed practice while his family welcomed a baby. That […]
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