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5 offseason moves making Giants look like geniuses entering Week 6

The New York Giants are already getting serious returns on some of their biggest offseason decisions, and these five moves are looking better by the week.

Published: Tuesday, 13 October 2026 at 10:00 AM
5 offseason moves making Giants look like geniuses entering Week 6
Key Things to Know
  • Matt Sidney outlines five offseason decisions driving the New York Giants' 3-1-1 start atop the NFC East.
  • The writer highlights the hiring of head coach John Harbaugh following Brian Daboll's dismissal.
  • Free-agent signings Isaiah Likely and DJ Reader are credited with making major impacts.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Matt Sidney of GMEN HQ highlights five key offseason moves that have propelled the New York Giants to a 3-1-1 record atop the NFC East entering Week 6 of the 2026 season. Despite suffering season-ending injuries to starting quarterback Jaxson Dart and edge rusher Brian Burns, the team has shown resilience under new leadership.

The writer argues that hiring head coach John Harbaugh, signing tight end Isaiah Likely, and adding defensive tackle DJ Reader have paid immediate dividends. Sidney also praises the Giants for drafting linebacker Arvell Reese fifth overall and letting wide receiver Wan'Dale Robinson depart in free agency.

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