New York Giants tight end Isaiah Likely stood out during the team’s second OTA session on Wednesday at the Quest Diagnostics Training Center, showcasing the playmaking ability that made him a key addition in free agency.
The standout moment came when Likely made a spectacular one-handed catch on a pass from quarterback Jaxson Dart over the middle, evoking comparisons to Michael Jordan’s iconic logo pose. This highlight play underscored Likely’s athleticism and early chemistry with the young signal-caller.
The play of the day was neither a touchdown nor a turnover, but tight end Isaiah Likely did his best Jordan logo impersonation to snag a Jaxson Dart pass with one hand over the middle.
Likely spent his first four seasons under Harbaugh in Baltimore, and the head coach has said his stats will only improve with the Giants based on what they will ask him to do. On top of that, Harbaugh said this week at the Giants Town Hall that the tight end room has the potential to be the best in the league.
Other notes from practice included tight end Theo Johnson scoring a red-zone touchdown on a Jameis Winston pass, cornerback Rico Payton returning an interception for a would-be touchdown, and wide receiver Calvin Austin III consistently gaining yards after catch.
Dart showed precision in threading passes during competitive periods.
With OTAs continuing, Likely’s early impressions reinforce expectations for a dynamic tight end room contributing to the Giants’ revamped offense under Harbaugh.
This article originally appeared on Giants Wire: Isaiah Likely dazzles in New York Giants’ second OTA practice
Reporting by Dan Benton, Giants Wire / Giants Wire
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