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5d ago

Giants Decline Deonte Banks’ Fifth-Year Option

The decision reflects a cornerback room reshaped by recent signings, including Paulson Adebo, Greg Newsome.

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New York Giants cornerback Deonte Banks (2) returns a punt for a touchdown in the second half against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
New York Giants player Deonte Banks runs the ball as Minnesota Vikings player Ivan Pace Jr. tackles him.

Overview

  • The Giants, who declined the cornerback’s fifth-year option Friday, avoid guaranteeing about $12.63 million for 2027.
  • Banks is now set to play the 2026 season on a $2.6 million base salary with free agency possible next spring.
  • New York’s recent additions at cornerback, Paulson Adebo and Greg Newsome, help explain the reduced commitment to Banks.
  • Drafted 24th in 2023, Banks has 45 games and 35 starts with 28 passes defensed and two interceptions, with no picks since his rookie year.
  • In the NFL, a first-rounder’s fifth-year option locks in a preset salary for the following year, so declining it keeps cap flexibility and shifts the decision to after the season.