The New York Giants have been active in retaining their own free agents, and the latest move all but confirms one thing: they’re set at tight end. Veteran Chris Manhertz is officially back on a one-year deal, meaning the Giants now have three tight ends under contract heading into the 2025 season.
Veteran TE Chris Manhertz reached agreement on a one-year deal to return to the New York Giants, per his agent @seanstellato. This will be Manhertz’s 11th NFL season.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 8, 2025
So, if you were hoping Big Blue would make a splash at the position in free agency or the draft, it’s probably time to let that dream go.
The Giants already have a pair of young tight ends in Daniel Bellinger and Theo Johnson. Bellinger, a former fourth-round pick, enters a pivotal fourth season after flashing as a rookie but struggling with consistency. Johnson, last year’s third-round pick, saw limited action but has the tools to develop into a legitimate pass-catching threat. Now, with Manhertz returning, the Giants’ tight end room looks set for 2025.
This also signals that any hope of the Giants making a move for one of the highly touted tight ends in this year’s draft is all but dead. While the 2025 class boasts some impressive prospects like Penn State’s Tyler Warren and Michigan’s Colston Loveland, the Giants clearly have bigger needs elsewhere. With three tight ends already locked in, it’s safe to assume that any additional resources will be spent on more pressing issues, like fixing the offensive line or, you know, finding a quarterback.
Chris Manhertz re-signing confirms Giants are set at tight end
Manhertz might not be a flashy name, but his role in this offense is clear. A blocking specialist, he played 342 offensive snaps and 165 special teams snaps last season, serving primarily as an extra lineman in heavy personnel packages.
His presence gives the G-Men stability at the position and allows Bellinger and Johnson to continue developing without the team needing to bring in any sort of outside competition or distractions.
More importantly, this move shows that general manager Joe Schoen has no intention of overhauling the tight end group. With the Giants facing far bigger roster concerns, spending draft capital or cap space on another tight end simply wouldn’t make any sense. They’ve got their veteran, their developing players, and a clear plan for 2025.
So, if you were holding out hope for a high-profile tight end signing or an early-round pick at the position, it’s time to shift your focus. The Giants have made their call, and the tight end room is officially closed for business.