Giants sign Isiah Likely to $40 million deal ahead of 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 6:27 PM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
The New York Giants have signed tight end Isiah Likely to a three-year, $40 million contract as part of their active offseason. Likely, previously with the Baltimore Ravens, is expected to fill a crucial role in the Giants' offense, especially with questions about wide receiver Malik Nabers' recovery from a torn ACL. Likely's performance has shown promise in prior seasons, and expectations are high for a breakout year. The team aims to enhance their passing game and offensive efficiency as they prepare for the upcoming season.
- •Isiah Likely's deal is worth $40 million over three years.
- •Malik Nabers' recovery raises Likely's importance in the offense.
- •Likely had a strong 2024 season with 477 yards and six touchdowns.
- •His signing contributes to the Giants' revamped roster under head coach John Harbaugh.
- •Potential for Likely to lead in receiving while Nabers is sidelined.
- 6:27 PMYahoo Sports — Giants' $40 million free-agent signing dubbed one of the best value moves of the offseason
"A $40 million free-agent signing by the New York Giants is receiving a ton of praise and has even been dubbed one of the best value moves of the 2026 NFL offseason.
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