Can you even believe Kenneth Murray is still a free agent? That’s the real question facing the league right now as news drops that the Giants worked out the veteran linebacker on Monday. He wasn’t alone, with 17 other players getting a look, but Murray’s name on that list should make any football fan wonder what’s really going on in the NFC East, especially when a guy with his production is still searching for a home in late July.
Kenneth Murray: A Head-Scratching Free Agent Story
Seriously, this is wild. Murray, at just 27 years old, isn’t some fringe player. The man spent last season with the Dallas Cowboys, who actually traded for him from the Titans! He wasn’t just riding the pine either; Murray started a massive 16 games for Dallas in 2025. What did he do in those starts? Oh, just finished second on the team in tackles with a super solid 81. Only rookie fifth-round pick Shemar James beat him out, with 91 tackles. And it wasn’t just tackles, either. Murray racked up four tackles for loss, broke up two passes, notched a sack, and even snagged a fumble recovery. These are impact stats, people! Yet, despite all that, he’s been sitting out there on the market as a free agent since March. March! Why a guy who can contribute like that is still unsigned as teams head towards training camp is baffling, and the Giants taking a long look tells you they might be seeing a steal.
The Giants Are Scouring the Market, And Tyler Moore Is The Latest Target
It’s not just Murray on the Giants’ radar. They brought in a small army, 18 players in total, to try out this week. This kind of mass workout signals a team that’s really digging deep for any edge or depth they can find before the season ramps up. The big news beyond Murray is that the Giants are reportedly expected to sign former Iowa State tight end Tyler Moore. Moore is an undrafted free agent who previously tried out with the Panthers earlier in the spring, so he’s been on the grind, looking for his shot.
The list of other players trying to make an impression is extensive, showing just how many open spots or depth concerns the Giants might have. That list includes offensive tackle Jake Curhan, defensive tackle Marlon Davidson, tight end Zach Davidson, defensive tackle Daniel Ekuale, defensive tackle Folorunso Fatukasi, offensive tackle Luke Felix-Fualalo, defensive back Tony Grimes, quarterback Jake Haener, wide receiver Malik Heath, running back Kylin James, linebacker Chandler Martin, wide receiver Eric McAlister, defensive back Ahmaad Moses, offensive tackle Derek Simmons, tight end Scotty Washington, and defensive back Sam Webb. That’s a lot of talent hoping to catch on.
For Murray, this tryout is a huge opportunity to finally land with a team that can utilize his production. For the Giants, it’s a chance to add some serious veteran talent to their roster before things get too far along in the preseason. It’s a high-stakes moment for all these players, and for the Giants, it means they’re not content to sit back. They’re making moves and pushing for every ounce of talent they can get.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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