The New York Giants began the procedural work of constructing their 2026 offseason roster, announcing the signings of seven players to reserve/future contracts on January 27, 2026. These signings are standard post-season moves, allowing players who were not on the active roster at the end of the season to remain with the organization and participate in offseason workouts, training camp, and compete for a spot on the 2026 team.
The list includes a mix of young players looking to make an impression and one recovering from a significant injury. The signees are: linebacker Swayze Bozeman, tight end Tanner Conner, edge rusher Trace Ford, offensive lineman Reid Holskey, safety Trey Dean, guard Jake Kubas, and wide receiver Bryce Ford-Wheaton. Ford-Wheaton's signing is particularly notable, as he is recovering from a torn Achilles suffered during 2025 training camp that caused him to miss the entire season. His inclusion on this list indicates the team still sees potential in the 2023 undrafted free agent and wants to monitor his rehabilitation closely.
Most of these players finished the 2025 season on the Giants' practice squad. They represent low-cost, high-potential depth at positions of need. For example, edge rusher Trace Ford and offensive linemen Holskey and Kubas will get extended looks to provide competition along the defensive front and offensive interior. These moves are the first of many expected this offseason as General Manager Joe Schoen and new head coach John Harbaugh begin to mold the 90-man roster that will report for training camp later this year.