Jake Curhan, a name that should ring a bell for anyone who’s been screaming their lungs out at Lumen Field, just worked out for the New York Giants on Monday. Yeah, you heard that right! Our guy, the massive 6-foot-6, 316-pound offensive lineman who spent three seasons in the Emerald City with our very own Seattle Seahawks from 2021 to 2023, is officially on the free-agent hunt, and the Giants decided to take a serious look. For a veteran hog molly like Curhan, every opportunity is gold, especially as training camps ramp up across the league.
Curhan’s Grind Since Leaving Our Seahawks
It’s always interesting to track where our former players end up, and Curhan’s journey since his time in Seattle has been a testament to the NFL grind. After donning the blue and green, he actually played for the Chicago Bears during the 2024 season. Then, the Carolina Panthers scooped him up off the Arizona Cardinals’ practice squad on October 1, 2025. That’s how quickly things can change in this league, going from a practice squad to contributing for a team that made the playoffs! Curhan was a part of that 2025 Panthers playoff squad, which speaks volumes about his resilience and ability. He appeared in 13 games for them last season, getting significant time on the field. Out of those 13 outings, he even got one start, anchoring the right guard spot. And get this: that lone start came in Week 13, and he helped pave the way for a Panthers’ win over the Los Angeles Rams. Talk about making your opportunity count!
The Free Agent Hustle and What’s Next
Now, at 28 years old, Curhan is facing the brutal reality of being a veteran free agent. As Mike Kaye of The Charlotte Observer pointed out, he’s one of the last few guys from that 2025 Panthers playoff team still looking for a gig. Think about the pressure: while most guys are already integrated with their new teams or settled into camp, Curhan is still out there, proving he’s got the size and experience to contribute. It’s a constant battle to stay in this league, and every workout is an audition for your career. He isn’t the only one in this position from that Panthers squad; inside linebacker Krys Barnes is also unsigned as training camps kick off. This time of year, with camps starting, the window for getting picked up can feel like it’s shrinking fast. The Giants giving him a workout isn’t a guarantee, but it is a clear sign that teams are still looking for experienced, powerful offensive linemen like Curhan. We know what he brought to our line during his tenure, and if he can bring that same tenacity to New York, he could be a steal for them.
So, will Jake Curhan find a new home with the Giants and continue his NFL journey? Or will he remain one of the few tough veterans still out there looking for a spot? For a guy who’s been through the Seahawks system and helped a team to the playoffs, you gotta root for him. We’ll be keeping an eye on this one, hoping our former hog molly gets another shot to dominate the trenches. Go Hawks!
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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