Giants Prepare for Return of $54 Million Free Agent Bust

New York Giants prepare for return of $54 million free-agent bust.

By Tony Adame · Heavy

Published: Saturday, 24 October 2026 at 3:37 PM

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New York Giants cornerback Paulson Adebo is set to be activated from injured reserve for Week 7.
Adebo missed five games after suffering an injury in the Week 1 win over the Dallas Cowboys.
With Greg Newsome out due to a concussion, Adebo is expected to return to the starting rotation.

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New York Giants cornerback Paulson Adebo is set to return from injured reserve ahead of a Week 7 matchup against the Houston Texans. Adebo, who signed a three-year, $54 million free-agent contract prior to the 2025 season, missed five consecutive games after sustaining an injury in Week 1 against the Dallas Cowboys. Giants head coach John Harbaugh confirmed on Friday that Adebo is ready to play.

Adebo could rejoin the starting defense immediately due to cornerback Greg Newsome being sidelined with a concussion. The veteran previously faced public criticism and lost his starting job to Deonte Banks during training camp before landing on injured reserve.

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