Giants Cornerback Adebo Skips Voluntary Workouts, Raising Concerns

New head coach John Harbaugh seeks answers as the team's high-priced free agent addition from 2025 is absent to start the offseason program.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 12:37am

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The New York Giants' offseason program got off to an unexpected start as cornerback Paulson Adebo, one of the team's marquee free agent signings in 2025, did not report for the team's voluntary workouts. New head coach John Harbaugh expressed curiosity about Adebo's absence, noting the importance of establishing accountability and stability in the secondary, an area of concern for the Giants last season.

Why it matters

Adebo's absence is significant because the Giants' pass defense struggled in 2025, finishing 16th in the league. With the departure of Cor'Dale Flott and the one-year deal for Greg Newsome II, the secondary is in transition, making Adebo's presence and performance crucial. Harbaugh, known for building disciplined teams in Baltimore, is paying close attention to this early-offseason issue.

The details

Adebo, who signed a lucrative free agent contract with the Giants in 2025, had a disappointing first season in New York, allowing 48 receptions on 74 targets for 579 yards and two touchdowns. His tight-window and hawk rates both fell to career lows, underperforming the expectations that came with his big contract.

  • The Giants opened their voluntary offseason workouts on April 8, 2026.
  • Paulson Adebo was the only player who did not report to the team's voluntary workouts.

The players

John Harbaugh

The new head coach of the New York Giants, known for building disciplined teams in Baltimore.

Paulson Adebo

A cornerback who signed a major free agent contract with the Giants in 2025 but struggled in his first season with the team.

Cor'Dale Flott

A cornerback who left the Giants to sign with the Tennessee Titans.

Greg Newsome II

A cornerback who signed a one-year deal with the Giants.

Deonte Banks

A cornerback who returns to the Giants' secondary.

Andru Phillips

A cornerback who returns to the Giants' secondary.

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What they’re saying

“I respect Adebo's right to skip voluntary work, yet I want to hear the reasoning.”

— John Harbaugh, Head Coach, New York Giants

What’s next

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