Giants' Theo Johnson emphasizes tight ends' role in passing game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 12:03 PM
Last updated Jul 3, 2026
New York Giants tight end Theo Johnson discussed the team's emphasis on utilizing tight ends more in the passing game. Johnson, entering his third year after being drafted in 2024, noted that both he and the newly signed Isaiah Likely will contribute significantly to the offense. With 859 receiving yards and six touchdowns combined over his first two seasons, Johnson aims to expand his production in 2026. Training camp is set to begin at the end of July, where the tight end group will look to further establish their roles.
- •Theo Johnson believes tight ends will play a vital role in the passing game.
- •Johnson has 859 yards and six touchdowns in his first two seasons.
- •Isaiah Likely joins the Giants as a new tight end option.
- •Training camp starts at the end of July.
- •The tight end group is expected to be a key focus for the Giants this season.
- 12:03 PMYahoo Sports — Giants' Theo Johnson: Tight ends will be 'huge part' of passing game
"New York Giants TE Theo Johnson reveals that he and the team's other tight ends will be featured prominently in the passing game.
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