Hard to argue with any of these cuts
these cuts would have the giants going into 2026 with
no starting level guard
no middle linebacker
one quality receiver coming off major surgery
one running back with best one coming off major surgery
holes at CB safety and DL
And we are going to keep the same GM in charge of personnel
Saying all JS needs is better coaching is this year's equivalent to we are fine with better QB play.
2026 - (
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Half measures like this are literally "the Giants Way"
Half measures like this are literally "the Giants Way"
I could see keeping Runyan.
The rest are basically worthless right now...not just in 2026.
Yes. This list of 6 needs about 10-12 more names.
Cutting him would probably only save a quarter of a million.
Cutting Slayton would require the Giants to incur a $15.7M dead cap hit, with only $250,000 in cap savings as Angel Eyes said.
Cutting Slayton would require the Giants to incur a $15.7M dead cap hit, with only $250,000 in cap savings as Angel Eyes said.
But cutting Slayton also would create a roster spot for say someone who could actually CATCH THE BALL.
So there's that.
Nabers is returning from injury. Slayton is underperforming, Wan'Dale is a FA, and Hyatt sucks.
Wan'Dale might want $12M if not more per year and I'm not big on paying that kind of contract. That's why they need to draft a WR or two.
IOL and ILB both need 2 players
OL - I really think they almost have to let Elumenor walk and pencil in Mbow at RT.
As Sy said - as of last game the play level is substantially the same. Mbow will only get better and is a fraction of the cost.
OC- JMS gets another year. Too many other holes on the OL. We have to hope the flash of improvement before the concussion was not a mirage.
OG - 1 big ticket FA (cutting Runyon and letting Elumenor walk will give enough $ for legit starter - hopefully notably better player than Runyon)
Will sign 2-3 FA vets like last year?
Draft - need to hope to get another starter rounds 3-5?
ILB - the other big ticket FA (value for a good starter)
Draft - worth a high pick IMO?
Supposed a good draft for OL
Draft needs in order by need and position premium-ness
CB
WR
ILB
OG
But cutting Slayton also would create a roster spot for say someone who could actually CATCH THE BALL.
So there's that.
There’s an out in 2027 with only a $3M dead cap hit.
He’s a solid 4th WR who will have to play again next year
Example: Singletary. A total desperation, reactionary signing after Saquon walked. But why sign him to a three year contract?!? Why craft a contract for a replacement-level player that would have him be a $6+ million cap hit this year (and $6 million dead cap if was cut this year) and $1.25 million cap hit next year?!? For a guy that was instantly beaten out by a rookie former WR.
The list goes on with these mid-tier signings that add up to a big chunk of the budget taken up by players that give NO PRODUCTION. Like Chauncey Golston, $8.25 million dead cap hit in 2026.
Hudson, Gano, Golston, Singletary are replacement level at best and they will be total of of over $13 million dead cap in 2026.
I'm all for bringing in competition for his spot, but Olines need to be deeper than the starting 5. I'd rather have an over priced backup.
I'm all for bringing in competition for his spot, but Olines need to be deeper than the starting 5. I'd rather have an over priced backup.
Agreed, but he's have to take a pay cut.
Likely he's made an offer to stay - and he tests the market.
I think it's fair
Which is why I think we spend money in FA to replace him
I just looked for a list of guys who will be available I don't know how accurate this is
We should get our new DC and then figure out who fits best
Available ILBs? - ( New Window )
Kyzir White (Philadelphia Eagles),
Dre Greenlaw?
Prominent guards hitting free agency in 2026
Trey Smith (Kansas City Chiefs): Rated highly for his performance and still young, he is a prime candidate for a lucrative deal.
Wyatt Teller (Cleveland Browns): A high-level player, he is on the radar as a top free agent available in 2026.
Alijah Vera-Tucker (New York Jets): Has established himself as a strong guard and will be a key free agent target.
John Simpson (New York Jets): Another strong performer from the Jets who will be available for a new contract.
Other notable guards to watch
Joe Thuney (Chicago Bears): Has a high PFF grade and could be a top free agent depending on his contract situation.
Teven Jenkins (Cleveland Browns): Another strong guard who will be a free agent and could be a valuable addition for teams.
Not a chance he develops
Cutting Slayton would require the Giants to incur a $15.7M dead cap hit, with only $250,000 in cap savings as Angel Eyes said.
Didn't Slayton only get a 12m extension?
Well, if your starters aren't good, you cut them. That's how the NFL works. That's how you recycle cap space. Sure, it results in "dead cap"- but people forget- dead cap one year becomes a credit in next year's cap.
In the modern NFL, the idea isn't to spend all your cap space on one or two guys- you fill holes on the team as best you can and then move to the draft. Some positions are easier than others. You can find decent ILBs relatively cheap, but starting level CBs cost a ton.
Unfortunately, the Giants can't seem to develop DBs for some reason, nor can they develop IOLs. That means they have to go fishing in the deep end of the high salary FAs.
This just tells us that the Giants BADLY have to revamp their player development program because guys like Neal and Banks hurt if you can't develop them into even average starters.
Well, if your starters aren't good, you cut them. That's how the NFL works. That's how you recycle cap space. Sure, it results in "dead cap"- but people forget- dead cap one year becomes a credit in next year's cap.
In the modern NFL, the idea isn't to spend all your cap space on one or two guys- you fill holes on the team as best you can and then move to the draft. Some positions are easier than others. You can find decent ILBs relatively cheap, but starting level CBs cost a ton.
Unfortunately, the Giants can't seem to develop DBs for some reason, nor can they develop IOLs. That means they have to go fishing in the deep end of the high salary FAs.
This just tells us that the Giants BADLY have to revamp their player development program because guys like Neal and Banks hurt if you can't develop them into even average starters.
chuckleheads?
Example: Singletary. A total desperation, reactionary signing after Saquon walked. But why sign him to a three year contract?!? Why craft a contract for a replacement-level player that would have him be a $6+ million cap hit this year (and $6 million dead cap if was cut this year) and $1.25 million cap hit next year?!? For a guy that was instantly beaten out by a rookie former WR.
The list goes on with these mid-tier signings that add up to a big chunk of the budget taken up by players that give NO PRODUCTION. Like Chauncey Golston, $8.25 million dead cap hit in 2026.
Hudson, Gano, Golston, Singletary are replacement level at best and they will be total of of over $13 million dead cap in 2026.
With all due respect, Singletary was not a bad contract. He's a solid player and 6mio is an average contract.
Plenty of other contracts to point to, I'd argue MOST decisions by Schoen have been bad but I would put:
- Slayton contract
- Not taking the 5th year option on Jones.
- Letting Love & McKinney walk
- Golston (stuck with in 2026 as well)
- Hudson (at least cuttable after this season)
- Waller trade (and I didn't like it at time either)
- Glowinoski
I mean, pick your poison but Singletary is alright.