The New York Giants have reportedly reached agreements with All-Pro punter Jordan Stout and tight end Isaiah Likely, pending physical examinations. These signings could add valuable depth to the Giants’ roster as they prepare for the upcoming season.
Shared Background in Baltimore
Both Stout and Likely were selected in the fourth round of the 2022 NFL draft by the Baltimore Ravens, under head coach John Harbaugh. Their time in Baltimore helped develop their skills at the professional level, preparing them for new roles with the Giants.
Isaiah Likely’s On-Field Contributions
Standing 6-foot-4 and weighing 245 pounds, Likely has displayed consistent performance across 63 regular-season games, recording 135 receptions for 1,568 yards and 15 touchdowns. He has also participated in five postseason contests, where he totaled two touchdown receptions.
In 2025, Likely appeared in 14 games—starting six—putting up 27 catches for 307 yards and a touchdown. His contributions came during a season when Baltimore’s rushing offense excelled, ranking first in yards per rush (5.3), second in rushing yards per game (156.6), and third in rushing touchdowns (23). The Ravens also maintained top rankings in yards per play and points per game.
Record-Setting Seasons and Milestones
In 2024, Likely reached a career-high six touchdowns and became the second-fastest tight end in Ravens history to reach double-digit receiving touchdowns, doing so in just 34 games behind Mark Andrews, who achieved this in 28 games. That year, Baltimore’s tight ends combined for a league-high 18 receiving touchdowns, contributing to an offense rated number one in yards per game and efficient in red zone scoring. The team also set a franchise record with 7,224 net yards, showcasing its offensive dominance.
Likely’s rookie year was historic, becoming the first Ravens tight end to record touchdown catches in back-to-back games, a sign of his potential early impact in the NFL.
Impact on the Giants’ Future
Adding both Jordan Stout and Isaiah Likely provides the Giants with experienced players familiar with high-level competition and success. These acquisitions are likely to strengthen New York’s special teams and offensive options, reflecting a strategic effort to build a more competitive squad. The completion of their physicals will finalize their transitions to the Giants, marking significant steps for the team heading into the next season.
