Will the New York Giants’ linebacker room be smaller in 2026?
The Giants’ core of linebackers in 2025 included outside linebackers Brian Burns, Kayvon Thibodeaux, Abdul Carter, inside linebacker Bobby Okereke, as well as Micah McFadden. A foot injury sustained in Week 1 of the 2025 season sidelined McFadden for the rest of the year. Darius Muasau was named the Giants’ starter in his place.
New York also played several backups, including Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles and Zaire Barnes.
McFadden will enter free agency on March 11. The four-year veteran will be free to sign with any of the 32 teams in the league in the open market.
Let’s take a look at McFadden’s contract situation, in addition to his most recent level of play, with just over one month left until free agency begins:
Did Micah McFadden play for the Giants in 2025?
Micah McFadden played in only one game for the Giants in 2025.
McFadden injured his ankle in the Giants’ 21-6 loss to the Washington Commanders in Week 1.
How well did Micah McFadden play last season?
McFadden had three tackles in 2025. The Indiana product played 11 defensive snaps on the year.
How much did the Giants sign Micah McFadden for on his last deal?
McFadden signed a four-year, $4.015 million deal with the Giants in 2022.
What type of free agent will Micah McFadden be in 2026?
McFadden will be an unrestricted free agent in 2026.
This article originally appeared on Giants Wire: Giants LB Micah McFadden: Contract status, 2025 performance review
Reporting by Matt Legros, Giants Wire / Giants Wire
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