Isaiah Likely enters 2026 season as projected breakout star for Giants

The New York Giants anticipate tight end Isaiah Likely will emerge as a key receiving threat for quarterback Jaxson Dart this season. Likely signed a three-year, $40 million contract with the team in March after playing four seasons with the Baltimore Ravens. ESPN projections identify him as a potential breakout candidate, noting his adaptability against both man and zone coverage schemes. During training camp sessions in Sulphur Springs, West Virginia, coaches reported a strong rapport between the tight end and the starting quarterback. While wide receiver Malik Nabers remains the primary target, the team expects Likely to serve as a high-volume receiver throughout the 2026 campaign.

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