Giants Sign Former 1,000-Yard Receiver Darnell Mooney

One-year deal worth up to $10 million brings veteran wideout to New York

Mar. 15, 2026 at 9:07am

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The New York Giants have agreed to sign former Atlanta Falcons and Chicago Bears wide receiver Darnell Mooney to a one-year contract worth up to $10 million. Mooney, a six-year NFL veteran, recorded a 1,000-yard season with the Bears in 2021 before joining the Falcons in 2025.

Why it matters

The Giants are looking to bolster their receiving corps after losing leading receiver Wan'Dale Robinson to the Tennessee Titans in free agency. Mooney provides veteran experience and a proven track record of production, having recorded over 1,000 receiving yards in a season.

The details

Mooney, who was drafted by the Bears in the fifth round in 2020, recorded 443 receiving yards and one touchdown for the Falcons in 2025. His best season came in 2021 with the Bears, when he finished with 1,055 receiving yards. The Giants are hoping Mooney can recapture that form and provide a reliable target for quarterback Daniel Jones.

  • Mooney agreed to sign with the Giants on March 15, 2026.
  • Mooney will enter his age-29 season in the NFL with the Giants in 2026.

The players

Darnell Mooney

A six-year NFL veteran wide receiver who previously played for the Chicago Bears and Atlanta Falcons, and is now joining the New York Giants on a one-year contract.

Wan'Dale Robinson

The Giants' leading receiver last season, who departed for the Tennessee Titans in free agency this offseason.

Daniel Jones

The Giants' starting quarterback, who will be looking to Mooney as a reliable target in the passing game.

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What’s next

The Giants will look to integrate Mooney into their offense during the offseason program and training camp, with the goal of him being a key contributor in the 2026 season.

The takeaway

The Giants are making a savvy move to add a former 1,000-yard receiver in Mooney, who can help offset the loss of Wan'Dale Robinson and provide a reliable target for quarterback Daniel Jones as the team looks to improve its passing attack in 2026.