The New York Giants are reportedly extending veteran guard Jon Runyan for two years, a $22 million deal that includes $21.5 million guaranteed for the 29-year-old. This move comes right on the heels of locking up backup quarterback Jameis Winston, showing the Giants are serious about solidifying their roster just before the season kicks off.
Runyan has been a starter at left guard for the Giants for the last two seasons. The reported deal, broken by ESPN’s Adam Schefter, means he’s set to continue in that role. He’ll be sandwiched between left tackle Andrew Thomas and center John Michael Schmitz, forming a crucial part of the offensive line that needs to protect young quarterback Jaxson Dart, who’s heading into his second NFL season.
Now, while continuity is definitely a good thing, that PFF stat from last season is still something to chew on. In 2025, Runyan allowed 31 total pressures, including two sacks, over 654 pass-blocking snaps. That’s a significant number, and it tells you protecting Dart is going to be a huge focus. Runyan might not be an All-Pro level player, but the Giants are banking on that familiarity to help them as they enter what’s being called an “interesting campaign” under a new regime. They’re clearly trying to shore things up, and every piece of that O-line puzzle matters.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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