What happened: D.J. Reader will earn $6.25 million this season if he plays all 17 games, per @RapSheet. The deal is structured as a two-year, $12.5 million base with up to $15.5 million in reachable incentives. The agreement was confirmed after Reader's pre-trade visit to the team.
NFL·TRANSACTION·May 5, 2026 02:55 PM ET
D.J. Reader's Giants deal pays $6.25M for 17-game season
Giants land veteran DT at value price.
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