Isaiah Likely signs three‑year deal with New York Giants

Tight end Isaiah Likely joined the New York Giants on a three‑year, $40 million free‑agency contract announced on March 9. The former Baltimore Ravens player had been projected as the team’s next primary tight end after the Giants moved him out of a backup role behind Mark Andrews.

The Giants anticipate Likely will become a key target for quarterback Jaxson Dart, with analysts likening his potential impact to a “young Travis Kelce” on the New York offense. In Baltimore, Likely recorded 135 receptions for 1,568 yards and 15 touchdowns over 63 games, but saw limited action in 2025 after the Ravens re‑signed Mark Andrews to a three‑year, $39 million extension.

Giants officials expect the move to give the offense a versatile tight end who can stretch the field, contribute in the red zone, and aid the passing game by drawing linebackers and safeties away from other receivers.