Giants Sign Darnell Mooney to One-Year Contract

Receiver boost for young QB Jaxson Dart

Mar. 14, 2026 at 10:52pm

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The New York Giants have signed veteran wide receiver Darnell Mooney to a one-year contract worth up to $10 million. Mooney, who is coming off an injury-plagued 2025 season with the Atlanta Falcons, will look to bounce back and provide a receiving threat for young Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart.

Why it matters

The Giants are looking to build around Dart and have added several new pass-catchers this offseason, including Mooney, Calvin Austin, and Isaiah Likely. Mooney's deep speed and big-play ability could make him a valuable weapon if he can stay healthy.

The details

Mooney, 28, had a breakout 2021 season with the Chicago Bears, recording 81 catches for 1,055 yards and five touchdowns. However, his production dropped significantly in 2025 with the Falcons as he dealt with a broken collarbone and hamstring injury, finishing with just 32 receptions for 443 yards and one score. The Giants are hoping Mooney can regain his 2021 form and provide a reliable downfield threat for Dart.

  • Mooney signed his one-year contract with the Giants on March 14, 2026.

The players

Darnell Mooney

A 28-year-old wide receiver who has spent the first six seasons of his NFL career with the Chicago Bears and Atlanta Falcons.

Jaxson Dart

The Giants' young starting quarterback, entering his second season in the NFL.

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What they’re saying

“Darnell Mooney is only one year removed from 64 catches for 992 yards and five touchdowns with the Falcons. The Giants are hoping he can regain that form and provide a big-play threat for Jaxson Dart.”

— Ryan Dunleavy, Author

What’s next

The Giants will look for Mooney to develop chemistry with Dart during the offseason program and training camp as they prepare for the 2026 NFL season.

The takeaway

The Giants are making a calculated gamble on Darnell Mooney, betting that he can bounce back from an injury-plagued 2025 season and provide a much-needed boost to their passing attack. If Mooney can recapture his 2021 form, he could be a valuable addition for a Giants team looking to build around their young quarterback.