Giants to Cut 3 Veteran Players to Clear Salary Cap Space

Kicker Graham Gano, RB Devin Singletary, and OT James Hudson among players on the chopping block for the Giants this offseason

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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The New York Giants are looking to clear salary cap space this offseason by releasing several veteran players, including kicker Graham Gano, running back Devin Singletary, and offensive tackle James Hudson. The moves are part of a larger roster overhaul under new head coach John Harbaugh, as the Giants look to bounce back from a 4-13 season in 2025.

Why it matters

The Giants made a number of big free agent signings last offseason that did not pay off, leaving them with less flexibility heading into 2026. By cutting these high-priced veterans, the team can free up significant cap space to address other roster needs and build around their new coaching staff.

The details

Gano, the Giants' highest-paid kicker, has struggled with injuries the past three seasons, appearing in just 45% of games. Singletary is the team's third-string running back making starter-level money, while Hudson was benched early last season after a disastrous performance. Cutting these three players would save the Giants over $15 million in cap space.

  • The Giants are expected to release these players in the coming weeks, ahead of the start of free agency in March 2026.

The players

Graham Gano

A 38-year-old veteran kicker who has landed on injured reserve in each of the last three seasons, appearing in just 45% of the Giants' games since 2023.

Devin Singletary

A 28-year-old running back who is the Giants' third-string RB but is making starter-level money on a $16.5 million contract.

James Hudson

An offensive tackle who was benched early in the 2025 season after committing four penalties on one drive, and only played one offensive snap the rest of the year.

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What they’re saying

“We must clear out some of this dead weight if we want to be competitive in 2026. These are tough decisions, but they're necessary to get this team back on track.”

— Joe Schoen, Giants General Manager (Giants.com)

What’s next

The Giants will look to fill these roster spots through free agency and the 2026 NFL Draft, as they continue to rebuild the team under new head coach John Harbaugh.

The takeaway

The Giants are making tough but necessary roster moves this offseason, cutting high-priced veterans in order to create salary cap flexibility and build a more competitive team for the future under their new coaching staff.