Patricia Traina

Joined: Apr 23, 2024

Patricia Traina has covered the New York Giants for 30+ seasons, and her work has appeared in multiple media outlets, including The Athletic, Forbes, Bleacher Report, and the Sports Illustrated media group. As a credentialed New York Giants press corps member, Patricia has also covered five Super Bowls (three featuring the Giants), the annual NFL draft, and the NFL Scouting Combine. She is the author of The Big 50: The Men and Moments that Made the New York Giants. In addition to her work with New York Giants On SI, Patricia hosts the Locked On Giants podcast. Patricia is also a member of the Pro Football Writers of America and the Football Writers Association of America.

New York Giants draft picks Arvell Reese and Francis Mauigoa

Wideout Malachi Fields is currently the highest of the four Giants draft picks who signed their rookie deals before the start of rookie minicamp.

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Defensive tackle Elijah Chatman was among the four players cut by the Giants ahead of the upcoming rookie minicamp.

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Dec 14, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants helmets on the field before the game between the Giants and the Washington Commanders at MetLife Stadium.

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Former Chicago Bears defensive tackle Zacch Pickens

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Joe Schoen and John Harbaugh continue their aggressive defensive rebuild by snagging former third-round pick Zacch Pickens from the Chiefs.

Nov 23, 2024; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Brigham Young Cougars linebacker Jack Kelly (17) against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium.

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The New York Giants’ selection of BYU linebacker Jack Kelly in the sixth round could end up being one of the team’s biggest steals in this year’s draft.

Defensive tackle DJ Reader has agreed to terms with the Giants.

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New York lands veteran nose tackle DJ Reader after weeks of talks, adding a proven run-stopper and locker-room leader to stabilize a reshaped defensive front.

Apr 24, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants draft picks Arvell Reese and Francis Mauigoa pose for a photo during the introductory press conference at Quest Diagnostics Training Center.

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Before they hit the field for rookie minicamp, get to know the men behind the helmets—including an 9-time national BMX champ and a first-rounder who once made his own pads.

Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Ryan Williams

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A new 2027 NFL mock draft has the Giants taking a Crimson Tide playmaker at No. 11, but concerns over production and a massive hole on the defensive line suggest Big Blue should look elsewhere.

Jan 4, 2026; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants running back Devin Singletary (26) celebrates with New York Giants running back Tyrone Tracy Jr. (29) after scoring a touchdown during the fourth quarter against the Dallas Cowboys at MetLife Stadium.

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The Giants' ground game finished in the top-five league wide last year, but the numbers don’t tell the entire story. Here is how Big Blue is transforming the backfield to get back to "power football."

Apr 24, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants draft pick Arvell Reese, Head Coach John Harbaugh (left) and General Manager Joe Schoen (right) pose for a photo during the introductory press conference at Quest Diagnostics Training Center.

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From "skyscraper" receivers to a revamped athletic O-line, the Giants are ditching the "patchwork" approach to build a winner.

New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart will have some taller targets in the passing game to throw to.

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New data reveals why the Giants abandoned small, speedy receivers for larger pass catching targets, a strategy aimed at fixing a Jaxson Dart weakness.

New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers

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Malik Nabers opinionated nature are among the biggest questions surrounding the Giants in this week's mailbag.

New York Giants cornerback Deonte Banks had his option year turned down by the Giants.

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New York officially declined the fifth-year option for cornerback Deonte Banks.

Wide receiver Odell Beckham is keen on rejoining the New York Giants.

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How close are the Giants to a reunion with OBJ?

The New York Giants offseason program picks up the pace starting in May .

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Here is every key date and emerging storyline to watch as the Giants' offseason program rolls into the OTAs and minicamps.

Patricia Traina

Joined: Apr 23, 2024

Giants Unveil 2026 Rookie Draft Class Jersey Numbers

Giants Sign 4 Draft Picks Ahead of Rookie Minicamp

Giants Cut 4 Players to Clear Path for John Harbaugh’s Rookie Class

Why Odds Makers Believe John Harbaugh’s "Bully Ball" Giants Are Poised for a Massive 2026 Turnaround

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Giants Claim DT Zacch Pickens Off Waivers to Fuel Defensive Line Overhaul

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Our Favorite 2026 Giants Draft Pick, and Our Reasons Why

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Giants Solve Massive Defensive Line Hole With DJ Reader Signing

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BMX Titles to Bass Fishing: 7 Surprising Facts About the Giants’ 2026 Rookie Class

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Why a 2027 Mock Draft’s Plan to Help Jaxson Dart Falls Short for the Giants

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Why the NY Giants’ 2025 Top-5 Rushing Attack is Deceptive—and How They’re is Fixing It

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What the Draft Told Us About John Harbaugh’s Real Plan for the Giants

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The "Skyscraper" Strategy: Why Giants Are Surrounding Jaxson Dart With Massive New Targets

Is Malik Nabers Becoming a Headache? Burning Giants Mailbag Questions

Giants Make Decision on Deonte Banks’ Option Year

Joe Schoen Addresses Odell Beckham Jr.'s Status as Giants Continue to Weigh Reunion

From Arvell Reese’s Debut to the Harbaugh-led Practices: A Fan’s Guide to the Giants' 2026 Offseason Calendar