The New York Giants are thin at the linebacker position, which makes former third-round pick from 2018, Malik Jefferson, an enticing option on the market. The Cincinnati Bengals cut Jefferson after appearing in 12 games during his rookie season, but the change in the coaching staff and defensive scheme forced them to part ways with the second-year player.
Jefferson is a hard-hitting linebacker that recorded ten tackles in the 12 appearances last season. So far this preseason, he has tallied nine tackles and has flashed promise.
The Giants currently have Alec Ogletree, Tae Davis, and Ryan Connelly as their preferred linebackers.