The New York Giants have made a bold move by signing Jordan Stout, formerly of the Baltimore Ravens, in a deal that is expected to span three years with a $12 million total value. Stout, who earned first-team All-Pro honors and his first Pro Bowl selection last season, arrives in New York as the highest-paid punter in the NFL, with an average annual salary of $4 million. This signing is set to enhance the Giants’ special teams unit, addressing a long-standing area of concern.
Comparing Performance: Stout’s Impact Versus Jamie Gillan’s Record
Stout’s entry into the Giants’ roster signals the end of Jamie Gillan’s four-year tenure with the team. In the 2025 season, Gillan played all 16 games, recording 55 punts and 40 kickoffs, but his statistics ranked near the bottom in multiple categories. Gillan placed just 28.8% of his punts inside the 20-yard line, placing him 29th among NFL punters. His net average was 36.9 yards, which ranked 30th, while opposing teams started their drives an average of 27.8 yards from the goal line after his punts—31st in the league.
In contrast, Stout led the NFL last season with a 44.9-yard net average and placed 45.3% of his punts inside the 20-yard line, securing a top-ten ranking at seventh in the league. Additionally, the Ravens’ punt coverage unit limited opponents’ starting positions to a 22.5-yard average, ranking ninth league-wide. These figures indicate a clear upgrade for the Giants’ special teams.
Financial Details and Cap Implications of the Stout Signing
Financially, the switch from Gillan to Stout involves a notable increase in salary. Gillan, who signed a three-year extension in 2025, averaged $2.66 million annually, whereas Stout’s contract marks a $1.5 million yearly rise for the Giants’ punting position. Despite Gillan being owed $800,000 in guaranteed money for 2026, the Giants are positioned to save roughly $1.171 million on their salary cap after accounting for a $2.133 million dead money charge, assuming a pre-June 1 release.
This financial maneuver provides the Giants with a valuable upgrade at punter without imposing a significant cap burden, balancing enhanced on-field performance with fiscal prudence.
The Broader Significance of Stout Joining the Giants
Although the punter represents just one part of the special teams unit, Jordan Stout’s acquisition addresses a key weakness that the Giants have faced in recent seasons. His elite punting ability promises to improve field position battles, a subtle but critical component that can influence game outcomes. Moving forward, the team and fans alike will watch closely to see how Stout’s presence translates to improved special teams performance and overall game management in the NFL.
BREAKING: The #Giants and former #Ravens P Jordan Stout have agreed to a 3-year, $12.3M deal that makes him the highest paid punter in the NFL, per multiple sources.
John Harbaugh had Stout in Baltimore and now has him with the Giants. pic.twitter.com/C6qh2mGRhj
— Jordan Schultz (@Schultz_Report) March 9, 2026
