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Giants Bring Back Safety Jason Pinnock on One-Year Deal

The veteran returns on a cap-friendly Veteran Salary Benefit to compete for a rotational role in John Harbaugh’s remade secondary.

Overview

  • Multiple outlets report Pinnock agreed to a one-year contract, with the Associated Press citing a person with knowledge as the move awaits formal announcement.
  • The deal is reported as a Veteran Salary Benefit worth about $1.215 million with an approximate $1.075 million 2026 cap charge.
  • Pinnock played for the Giants from 2022 to 2024, then appeared in all 17 games with seven starts for the 49ers in 2025 after winning a camp job before a Week 6 benching while managing a heel issue.
  • He joins a safety room led by Jevon Holland and Tyler Nubin, with recent addition Ar'Darius Washington in the mix after Dane Belton departed for the Jets.
  • The move fits a broader secondary overhaul under coach John Harbaugh and coordinator Dennard Wilson, which has also included adding cornerback Greg Newsome.