Isaiah Likely aims to validate Giants' decision to sign him
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 11:29 AM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
New York Giants tight end Isaiah Likely expressed his desire to prove his value after signing with the team. Likely joined the Giants following four seasons as the Ravens' second tight end, where he struggled for targets but built rapport with quarterback Lamar Jackson. Giants head coach John Harbaugh believes in Likely's potential impact on the team, referencing past success. Likely aims to show his breakout capabilities alongside Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart in a new offensive scheme that incorporates diverse coaching influences.
- •Isaiah Likely signed with the Giants to enhance their tight end position.
- •He previously played as the Ravens' second tight end behind Mark Andrews.
- •Head coach John Harbaugh expects Likely to be a significant offensive contributor.
- •Likely has expressed confidence in developing chemistry with quarterback Jaxson Dart.
- •The Giants' offense combines strategies from multiple experienced coaches.
- 11:29 AMYahoo Sports — Isaiah Likely wants to show Giants made ‘right choice’ by signing him
"The Giants signed Likely because of what John Harbaugh believes he can be, not what he has been.
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