Giants Offseason Rumors Heat Up: Ja’Marr Chase, Myles Garrett & More

The latest episode of *2 Giants Goofballs: New York Giants News & Updates* dives into all the biggest headlines surrounding the Giants as the offseason rumor mill heats up. Ja’Marr Chase sent social media into a frenzy after his cryptic tweet about Eli Manning, leading to wild speculation that the superstar receiver could have discussed joining the Giants. This comes just days after reports surfaced that the Giants are planning to pursue a top offensive weapon this offseason. But is this all just a case of fans grasping at straws?  

The Giants' offensive line remains a major topic, and one name to watch is Will Fries. The Staten Island native has improved every season with the Colts, and despite missing time in 2024 due to injury, his early-season performance graded among the league’s best. Could he be a solution for the Giants' struggling O-line? Meanwhile, former Giants receiver Brandon Marshall had high praise for the organization but also questioned their handling of Saquon Barkley’s departure. He acknowledged the reality of the business side but made it clear that letting a generational talent walk is a tough pill to swallow.  

At the East-West Shrine Bowl, quarterback prospects Shedeur Sanders and Michael Penix Jr. had a fun exchange with a Giants fan, playfully asking him to choose between them. With quarterback rumors swirling around Big Blue, it was a lighthearted moment that got fans talking about the team’s draft strategy. Meanwhile, Eli Manning showed off his signature humor, joking that he enjoys the Hall of Fame debate because it keeps him in the news. With the Hall of Fame class set to be announced on February 6th, the two-time Super Bowl MVP remains a hot topic.  

In coaching news, Mike Kafka may be sticking around. The Saints are reportedly zeroing in on Kellen Moore as their top choice, leaving Kafka in limbo. After interviewing twice for the head coaching job, including an exhausting nine-hour second interview, Kafka’s future remains uncertain. If he stays, what does that mean for the Giants' offense heading into 2025?  
The biggest bombshell of the week is Myles Garrett’s trade request. The Browns star pass rusher wants out, and his departure could shake up the entire draft board. With Cleveland picking just ahead of the Giants, could they pivot to a full rebuild and target a quarterback? Would they draft Abdul Carter as a potential replacement for Garrett? Or is this all just a leverage move for a bigger contract? The situation could have major implications for the Giants’ offseason plans.  
Finally, Tiki Barber had a strong message for Tom Brady and Kevin Burkhardt ahead of the Super Bowl. He warned them not to continue hammering the Giants over their decision to move on from Saquon Barkley, saying it’s already been played out. With Burkhardt being an Eagles fan and Brady still carrying scars from two Super Bowl losses to the Giants, their comments last week struck a nerve.  
With free agency and the draft approaching, the Giants have plenty of tough decisions ahead. Will they make a splash move for a top weapon? Is Myles Garrett’s situation something to monitor? And what does the future hold for Mike Kafka? Stay tuned as